October marks Black History Month in the UK, a time to celebrate the stories, heritage, and contributions of Black communities throughout history. And whilst gardening and Black history may seem like separate subjects at first, they share deep common ground: growth, resilience, creativity, and the power to nurture life from the soil up. Just like… Continue reading .
World Bee Day is on 20th May so it’s a good time to invite you to take a look at some simple tips from The Bumblebee Conservation Trust to help make a real difference and create a bumblebee friendly garden. Why is this important? Bumblebees are hard-working insects that provide a vital pollinating role, but their… Continue reading .
The Norfolk Garden Show was held over the weekend with over 10,000 visitors, there was a wide selection of plants on show. The weather was not what was expected in mid-July, wet, cold and windy, but come Sunday afternoon the weather improved. On the Greenacres Direct stand we had an abundance of people asking technical… Continue reading .
Greenacres Direct are excited to be exhibiting at the 2024 Norfolk Garden Show 12th – 14th July The show is a highly anticipated event for garden enthusiasts, showcasing a wide array of stunning floral displays, innovative garden designs, and expert-led workshops. Held at the Norfolk Showground, the event features a diverse range of exhibitors offering… Continue reading .
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for the perfect gift for a Dad who loves gardening, Greenacres Direct has you covered. We cater for fathers who don’t need yet another gardening tool, a novelty tie, or even a box of chocolates. Our gifts offer something useful to gardeners, to allow… Continue reading .
Do you remember when fruit & vegetables used to taste great? Well, one of the reasons why the taste has diminished is due to the lack of sulphur in the atmosphere which eventually ended up in the soil. Oddly sulphur improves the taste of the fruit and veg by increasing the enzyme Rubisco which is… Continue reading .
In your garden soil, sulphur is as important to your plants’ vitality as phosphorous. Plants need exactly 22 things to exist: water, light and 20 essential elements that support biochemical needs. As a gardener, you’re likely to be familiar with at least three of those elements – nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Sulphur in the soil… Continue reading .
When you choose to have a natural grass lawn, your decision has a significant environmental impact — one that’s overwhelmingly positive. Natural grass lawns are sustainable, environmentally sound choices that contribute to environmental health and stability. By choosing to plant grass and improve your lawn’s sustainability, you can enjoy its natural beauty along with these… Continue reading .
As the “No Dig” movement gains momentum, we are exploring the underlying principles behind this concept. According to a recent report, the soil contains a staggering 2500 billion tonnes of carbon, significantly surpassing the 800 billion tonnes present in the atmosphere and the 560 billion tonnes found in plants and animal life worldwide. During photosynthesis,… Continue reading .
Greenacres Direct are excited to be exhibiting at the 2023 Sandringham Flower Show on 26th July, one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England. Now in its 140th year, it is much more than just a Flower Show. It is a unique event offering not only the best in horticulture but… Continue reading .
