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Long, sunny days can bring out the very best in a garden but prolonged hot weather can be difficult for plants growing in pots. Unlike plants growing in borders, container...

There is something very special about a rose in full flower. Growing them in pots allows you to enjoy their colour and fragrance up close, whether they are placed beside...

Beautiful planted pots don't have to mean hours spent watering, feeding and replacing plants throughout the year. With a little planning, container gardening can be surprisingly low maintenance while still...

Hydrangeas are one of the most spectacular shrubs for bringing colour to the garden throughout summer, but they're not just suited to large borders. In fact, many varieties thrive in...

Fresh herbs are one of the easiest and most rewarding things you can grow at home. Whether you have a large garden, a sunny patio or simply a doorstep with...

Few plants bring as much colour and impact to a garden as dahlias. Flowering from midsummer until the first frosts, they're one of the longest-performing plants you can grow, producing...

Hostas are often associated with large borders and shady woodland gardens, but they're equally at home growing in pots. In fact, some of the smaller varieties are perfectly suited to...

There are very few garden features more timeless - and accessible - than a beautiful terracotta vase. From grand urns to simple hand-thrown jars, terracotta has been used in gardens...

  Every May, the gardening world turns its eyes towards one extraordinary event; the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. For garden designers, nurseries, growers, and passionate gardeners alike, Chelsea marks the...

I’m pleased to share that a fresh import of Italian terracotta is now on its way, crafted from traditional Galestro clay and made in small batches by skilled potters in...

If you follow my business, you’ll know that nothing in the world of pottery happens quickly. Working with small, independent potteries - often in rural communities - and creating entirely...

At Tom’s Yard I believe the right tools make all the difference. Whether you’re shaping a formal garden or simply maintaining a few well-loved pots, the quality of what you...