Seasonal Advice Archive

It’s one of our favourite times of the year here at Amberol. The sun is out (some of the time) and the streets, parks and gardens are awash with colour. We love to see our containers filled with blooms, shrubs...

As we edge closer to the summer, Britain in Bloom entrants will be working hard in preparation for judges’ visit in just a few months’ time. Based on over 40 years’ experience working within the horticultural industry, here are some...

With spring in the air, volunteers from all over the UK will be planning, preparing and planting their entries for this year’s Britain in Bloom contest. With over 40 years’ experience working with councils, gardening groups, schools and a whole...

The 2015 finalists have been announced, the days are getting longer and the sun is making an ever more frequent appearance – meaning that In Bloom groups all over the UK will be working hard on their entries in preparation...

Patience Atkinson-Gregory explains how local authorities use floral displays to boost the local economy.

Containers offer flexibility, control and mobility, making it easier to grow a wide variety of plants of all sizes anywhere. As the colder weather sets in, it’s important to prepare your containers for the winter.