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When buying a pumpkin it is a good idea to choose a large round one without too many blemishes to make it easier to carve.  Make sure it is as [...]

Learn more about Water Butts With all the rain we’ve been having, now is a great time to start collecting free water for your garden. We have a wide [...]

Children across the world have been making daisy chains since the 1800’s. It is a fun outdoor activity that can keep your little ones occupied for a quite a [...]

Growing sunflowers from seed can be so much fun! Planted in May, they’ll tend to flower in August, so now it’s time to decide on size and colour. Whether [...]

Did you know that April is National Pet Month here in the UK? National Pet Month is the ideal time to celebrate our love of animals and the joy [...]

We love plants and flowers at Burston Garden Centre. It’s in our blood. The history of the Pearson family on the current site stretches back nearly a century, when [...]

More than ever we are (rightfully) under pressure to reduce our plastic usage and to be more conscientious about the disposal of waste. Most of the plastic used in [...]

For many of us, the start of the New Year brings a renewed focus on healthy living. Reduced alcohol intake, a new gym membership, mindfulness and certainly more home-cooked, [...]

In our Kid's Corner blog post this month we show you how to create your very own cress head character! What do I need? 2 eggs 2 [...]

There is nothing more satisfying than growing, harvesting and eating your own potatoes. Most of the nutrients found in a potato come from the skin, so growing your own [...]