Guest post by Sarah Gerhardt When people ask about gardening tools, they are often hoping for a definitive list: the best secateurs, the best spade, the best rake. The reality is that tools are extremely personal. Your choice of tools depends on the kind of work you do, where you work, your physicality and any limitations. It is also shaped…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Pheasant berry, (Leycesteria formosa) more commonly known as Himalayan Honeysuckle, is a hardy evergreen shrub suited to Scotland’s cool, wet climate. Native to the Pacific Northwest but widely naturalised in the UK, pheasant berry has become popular in woodland gardens, food forests and wildlife friendly landscapes. It is valued for its glossy evergreen leaves,…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Garlic chives (*Allium tuberosum*), also known as Chinese chives, are a hardy perennial herb that thrives in Scotland’s cool, damp climate. Valued for their mild garlic flavour, edible flowers and pollinator friendly nature, garlic chives are a versatile addition to herb gardens, raised beds, food forests and kitchen courtyards. Planting garlic chives during Winter…
Guest post by Sarah Gerhardt Winter is a great time of year to give certain trees and shrubs, as well as some climbers, a careful prune. Now that many plants are dormant and have dropped their leaves, you can clearly see their structure, which makes pruning a lot easier. Not all plants are suitable for winter pruning, but for those…
The Caley Hort Yearly Seasonal Tasks Garden Guide Gardening doesn’t follow the clock, but it does follow the seasons — and if you lean into what each month brings, the work becomes easier and more rewarding. This isn’t a rigid schedule or a long list of chores. It’s a practical guide to assist you throughout the year — the jobs…
For lots of us, the day doesn’t really start until the kettle’s boiled and the first coffee is in hand. That quiet moment over a mug feels like a daily ritual – a reset before everything else begins. But once the cup is emptied, the story usually ends with a soggy puck of grounds going straight in the bin. In…
Hazel trees (Corylus avellana), also known as cobnuts, are hardy, versatile trees that thrive in Scotland’s temperate climate. They are prized not only for their delicious hazelnuts but also for their ecological benefits, such as providing shelter for wildlife and enhancing soil fertility. Winter planting of hazel trees offers several advantages: the trees are dormant, reducing transplant shock and the…
Guest post by Katrina & Clayton Gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa) are one of Scotland’s most reliable fruit bushes, offering tart, juicy berries that can be eaten fresh, baked into pies or made into jams and preserves. Hardy and adaptable, gooseberries thrive in the cool, damp Scottish climate and are well suited to Winter planting. Planting in Winter allows the roots to…
Guest post by Sarah Gerhardt December might feel slow outdoors, but it’s actually one of the most exciting months for bringing the garden inside. Responsibly foraged foliage and branches can be used to make eco-friendly decorations that enhance your indoor space both visually and with their fragrance. In this blog post, we will look at a few different ideas for…
The garden might look like it’s sleeping, but under your boots, there’s a quiet hum of life. Worms wriggle, microbes munch, and roots reach out through the cold — everyone still doing their bit. While we huddle indoors with a hot cuppa, nature’s underground team is clocking in for the night shift, quietly preparing the soil for spring. It’s easy…
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