As a keen gardener, you’re probably used to doing things a certain way, so trying something different – like growing plants for pollinators – can, understandably, take you out of your comfort zone. Happily, B&Q is here to help each step of the way and has every plant you could possibly need to build your garden life.
B&Q offers an impressive range of more than 2,000 high-quality plants, with even more new plants to be introduced this year*. You’ll discover a wide variety of perennials perfect for summer, such as lupin, helenium and climbers like clematis, plus lots of wildlife-friendly shrubs such as hawthorn and dogwood. There are also plentiful fruit, vegetable and herb varieties, including plum trees, sweetcorn and lemongrass alongside an expanded organic herb range. You’ll find an incomparable range of large feature plants too, including shaped topiary and bamboo, as well as larger established shrubs and perennials, some of which have been matured for up to 10 years.
There are five key elements essential to wellbeing, and environment-friendly gardening can help you achieve them all...
Gardening allows you to feel connected to the seasons, the weather, nature, wildlife and – if you enjoy doing it with your partner or the kids in your life – your loved ones too.
By spending time nurturing your garden, filling it with pollinator-friendly plants and putting food and water out for the birds, you can feel good knowing you’re giving back to nature.
You notice when plants need watering and all those other little jobs need doing. No doubt, you also notice your wildlife visitors, from the chirpy robins to the cheeky squirrels.
A bit of digging, weeding, planting, trimming, pruning, watering… Gardening can provide a great workout. Plus, it’s a good way to get outside for some fresh air and a spot of vitamin D.
There are endless opportunities for learning in the garden, whether you’re researching how to care for new plants or trying out a different technique for taking cuttings.
For every 13cm geranium sold, B&Q is donating £1 to the B&Q Foundation**
The charity was set up by B&Q to build on its commitment to help make a positive difference in its local communities. It supports UK registered charities that are helping to create better, safer places for the people who need them most, with a combination of grants, volunteering time and home improvement resources. Head to diy.com/corporate/bandq-foundation to find out more about all the good work the B&Q Foundation is supporting, and how you can register your interest in applying for a grant.
Let your garden bloom with B&Q
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*Range availability varies by store. **B&Q foundation, registered in England and Wales (company no.11868617, charity no.1183275) and Scotland (charity no.sc051154).