Welcome to my second blog in the series on 'Design Tips'. Ideas and inspiration you can use in your own gardens. Last month, we looked at...

It's back to school - with some theories! There are two key theories I follow in creating beautiful Plan B designs: - The Landscape...

In 2021, the NEW Plan B blog will publish monthly design tips for you to follow with your own gardens. Some months will feature tips for...

It just has to be ...

This month I have chosen Snowdrops.

1. Apple Tree Pruning - Now is the time to take care of your apple trees. It is important to remove damaged or diseased branches, any...

"Boyd, whilst you are here this week, can you cut the grass"? Those that know me quite well, recognise that I am a thinker, a reflector,...

Welcome to 2021 everyone. 2020 was very much a hard year, so here's hoping to a brighter 21. Anyway, here's my top 5 jobs for the month....

Photinia (Red Robin) For a shrub that performs well all year, providing great structure in the garden, and then in Spring you get the...

Welcome to 2019. I spent a little time over the holiday period reviewing my Garden Design portfolio. It has grown over the past 5 years,...

"Green fingers are made, not born: success comes to all, with practice" (Nigel Colborn) Well Nigel, I have had a fair amount of practice...

Hydrangea With so many varieties, the Hydrangea is a perfect plant for summer. Check out this variety in my very own garden. Hydrangea...

Here's your top 5 for July. 1. The grass! After a very busy few months with cutting the grass, this prolonged hot and dry weather will...

This month we have the lovely Japanese flowering crab apple. Such beautiful flowers in May that will brighten up any part of the garden....

As the weather improves, I expect you will all start to enjoy your garden more, so here are a few tips to help you out. 1. National...

Another specimen from my own garden, this month's treasure is Kerria Japonica. Produces a stunning yellow display in April. What's your...

I have had several reminders that this months blog is late. No excuses, it just is! Anyway, down to business. 1. FREE Plants! Has your...

A personal favourite of mine that is making a bit of a resurgence in the plant word. Camellia This beauty is in my own garden where I am...

1. It's Snow Joke! The 'Beast from the East' has met Portuguese Emma and we have a lovely blanket of snow this week. This will delay...

A new feature for the Plan B blog. One plant for each month of the year - one that is in its 'best show' that month and provides colour...