Castle opens its gardens to the public this Sunday

By Kenny Smith | September 12, 2018

A Scottish castle is opening its garden to the public this weekend. On Sunday, 16 September, Kilbryde Castle in Stirlingshire will open its gardens on behalf of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, from 2-5pm. The Kilbryde Castle gardens cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle. The gardens are split…

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A garden that’s a labour of love and a tribute too

By Kenny Smith | August 17, 2018

Dr Ian Wallace moved to Rivaldsgreen House in Edinburgh with his wife 36 years ago. And although some of the garden was well established there were areas that required work.  Ian and his wife, who was a keen gardener, worked together to create a really special garden. When Ian’s wife passed away six years ago he…

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Keep your garden alive in the heat of August

By Kenny Smith | August 1, 2018

Traditionally one of the hottest months of the year, August is the time to relax in the garden enjoying long summer days. Watering is key this month, particularly for container-grown plants or border plantings that are not yet established. Regular feeding and dead heading will help keep the garden looking its best until autumn. Follow…

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