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Plant of the Month

Introducing our Plant of the Month for August: Chrysanthemums

BBQ fuels: what is your go-to fuel for grilling?

Find some of the most popular types of BBQ fuels and why you might choose them.

Gardening through a hosepipe ban

Learn how to protect your plants, save water and keep your garden looking its best through a hosepipe ban.
Wisteria Pruning

August Gardening Tips from Jo

One of our Ottery St Mary experts Jo Morse tells us some of her top gardening tips for the month of August.

Rose Festival

Join us for our Rose Festival. celebrating these iconic British garden favourites!

July Gardening Tips from Jo

Otter’s gardening expert Jo Morse talks us through jobs to the do in the garden in July.

Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers

We pick our favourite 'thrillers', 'fillers' and 'spillers' for creating dramatic displays of colour in pots and window boxes.

June Gardening Tips from Jo

Otter’s gardening expert Jo Morse talks us through jobs to the do in the garden in June.
National Children's Gardening Week 2022

National Children’s Gardening Week

There are a variety of fun activities for all the family to enjoy this gardening week and throughout the summer so you and your children can be close to nature.

Cottage Garden Festival

Join us for our Cottage Garden Festival, celebrating the classic summer gardens packed full of colour.

May Gardening Tips from Jo

Otter’s gardening expert Jo Morse talks us through jobs to the do in the garden in May.

Otter’s useful guide to Beetroot

Beetroot is one of the most reliable crops you can grow. It’s unfussy, colourful and productive. It’s a definite ‘must’ for gardeners who enjoy a steady supply of roots and leafy greens.

Otter’s useful guide to Garlic

Garlic is a low‑maintenance crop that brings scent and structure to any veg patch. It’s ideal for gardeners who enjoy planting once and harvesting months later with minimal fuss.

Otter’s useful guide to Onions

Onions are a dependable, long‑lasting crop that reward patience with generous yields. They’re perfect for gardeners who enjoy growing staples that store well.

Otter’s useful guide to Carrots

Carrots are a kitchen essential! They’re brilliant raw, roasted or grated into salads. By growing your own you can enjoy tender roots at every stage, from baby carrots to full‑sized beauties.

Otter’s useful guide to Lettuce

Lettuce is one of the easiest and most rewarding crops to grow, not just for seasoned gardeners but beginners too.

Otter’s useful guide to Radish

Radishes are one of the quickest and easiest crops you can grow. They’re ideal for beginners and for impatient gardeners who love fast results.

Beautiful Summer Magazine 2026

Enjoy our Beautiful Gardens Summer magazine for 2026!

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