Garden UPDATES

This month, handy hacks for keeping your plants well-watered, statement seating, perennial picks for a floral display and our guide to climbing plants

BASKET OF GOODIES

Make the most of a patio, garden wall or even a bijou balcony with a hanging planter or two filled with fragrant herbs or trailing blossoms. Before you settle on where to hang your basket, check how much light and how protected the spot is from the sun and the wind. Vegetables grow best with five to six hours of full sunlight a day, so if you’re in a shadier spot herbs such as parsley, coriander and chives are a safer bet. Don’t forget to water your baskets regularly too, as depending on their waterproof membrane, they’ll drain faster than soil or planters. Dobbies has a wide range of hanging baskets, pots and planters to prettify your plot, with prices from £12.99.

SUNSET SEATING

Soak up the summer sun in comfort with the Shell rattan string bistro set from Morrisons, priced at £95. Enjoy your morning coffee, a WFH lunch break or barbecue dinner stretched out in the chairs, and style them with outdoor cushions and a throw for when the temperature dips. With an ombré orange pattern, the three-piece set is sure to bring some warmth to your patio or decking.

Ensure your potted shrubs and houseplants aren’t left languishing in the summer heat with an Aquasolo from Hozelock. Simply screw a filled water bottle onto the device then dig the ceramic end into the soil for a self-watering device that’s ideal if you’re heading away for the week or just a little forgetful when it comes to watering your plants. As the ceramic end dries, more water is pulled through, so no more over-watering either! Priced at £6.83 RRP from Hozelock stockists.

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