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Best Plants for Terracotta Trough Planters
Terracotta trough planters are a versatile choice for patios, pathways and garden walls, offering plenty of room to create a beautiful planted display. Their long, low shape works particularly well...
How to Keep Dahlias Flowering for Longer in Pots
Dahlias are at their best in late summer, bringing colour to pots and gardens when many other plants are beginning to fade. With a little regular care, you can encourage...
ARS Tools 150th Anniversary Competition
You may have noticed a new name among our Japanese garden tools this year. ARS tools is now behind many of the snips, secateurs and pruning tools available at Tom’s...
Best Drought Tolerant Shrubs for Pots
There’s something to be said for planting a pot once and letting it get better with age. If you want something a little more permanent than seasonal planting, shrubs are...
How to Grow Olive Trees in Pots
Olive trees and terracotta pots are a natural pairing. With their silvery foliage, sculptural shape and Mediterranean character, they make a brilliant feature on a patio, beside an entrance or...
Meet the Makers: The Craftsmanship Behind Our Garden Furniture
When choosing products for Tom’s Yard, I’ve always believed that quality matters more than quantity. I work closely with a small number of skilled British workshops and businesses that share...
Styling a Patio with Terracotta Pots
A well-chosen collection of terracotta pots can completely transform a patio, creating focal points, filling awkward corners and bringing together the house and surrounding garden. The key is not simply...
Our Antique Chinese Pots Have Arrived
We're delighted to share that our new collection of Antique Chinese Glazed Pots has finally arrived at the yard and it was certainly worth the wait! I’ve had the pleasure...
HOW TO STYLE YOUR PATIO WITH A WATER FEATURE
A water feature is a brilliant way to bring a bit of movement and sound to a patio. There are plenty of different options depending on the space you have...
HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT GARDEN SEATING AREA
A well-planned garden seating area can completely change the way you use your outdoor space. It might become somewhere for morning coffee, long lunches with friends or simply a quiet...
DISCOVER OUR CORTEN STEEL RANGE AT STOCKTON BURY GARDENS
A selection of Tom’s Yard Corten steel planters is now available to see at Stockton Bury Gardens, alongside the terracotta and galvanised collections. Corten steel is a brilliant choice for...
How Long Does Corten Steel Last? Everything You Need to Know
If you've been researching corten steel planters, water features or garden edging, you've probably wondered one thing: how long does corten steel actually last? The short answer is a very long...




















