Winter Archives - St Bridget Nurseries https://stbridget.uk/blog/winter/ St Bridget Nurseries, for the Love of Gardening. Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:41:38 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://stbridget.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-stBridget_logo2_c-32x32.jpg Winter Archives - St Bridget Nurseries https://stbridget.uk/blog/winter/ 32 32 YOUR GUIDE TO THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS TREE AND £5 OFF! https://stbridget.uk/your-guide-to-choosing-the-perfect-christmas-tree/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:26:09 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17809 There’s nothing quite like the moment you bring home your Christmas tree. The scent, the sparkle, the tradition. At St Bridget, our fresh cut trees arrive from Saturday 29th November, and our team is here to help you find the one that suits your home perfectly. And don’t forget to bring your £5 coupon, which […]

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]]> WINTER AT ST BRIDGET https://stbridget.uk/winter-at-st-bridget/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:48:16 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17793 As the colder months arrive, St Bridget Garden Centre is filled with seasonal inspiration and Christmas cheer. Whether you are shopping for your garden, your home, or a thoughtful gift, there is something special waiting for you this season. Best of the Season Winter does not have to mean bare borders. Our plant area is […]

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]]> WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN February https://stbridget.uk/what-to-do-in-your-english-garden-in-february/ Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:27:53 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17432 As winter lingers, February in the UK presents gardeners with a mixed bag of challenges and opportunities. Though the cold weather persists, there is still plenty to do in the garden to prepare for the coming spring. The key to gardening in February is to take advantage of the quieter period to plan, tidy, and […]

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]]> WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN JANUARY https://stbridget.uk/what-to-do-in-your-english-garden-in-january/ Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:02:28 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17415 January in the UK is typically one of the coldest months of the year, with shorter daylight hours, frost, and sometimes snow. For gardeners, this can seem like a quiet period where little can be done. However, with the right approach, January is an ideal time to prepare your garden for the year ahead, keep […]

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]]> WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN DECEMBER https://stbridget.uk/what-to-do-in-your-english-garden-in-december/ Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:43:59 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17404 As December arrives, many gardeners might think their work is done for the year, but in reality, the garden still requires attention. While the landscape is transitioning into winter dormancy, there are several essential tasks to carry out that will ensure your garden remains healthy through the cold months and is ready to thrive when […]

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]]> PROTECTING PLANTS FROM THE COLD https://stbridget.uk/protecting-plants-from-the-cold/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:13:16 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17366 As winter approaches, protecting tender (not hardy) plants from harsh weather is essential to ensuring their survival through the cold months. Here are some effective ways to safeguard your garden’s most vulnerable plants: Mulching: A thick layer of mulch—such as straw, leaves, or wood bark chips —around the base of plants helps insulate roots from […]

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]]> HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR POINSETTIA https://stbridget.uk/how-to-care-for-your-poinsettia/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:45:58 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=17052 The poinsettia (scientifically known as Euphorbia pulcherrima) has claimed the title of the UK’s most popular houseplant during the Christmas season. Recognised as the Christmas Star flower, this plant hails from Mexico and sees over eight million sales in the UK annually. Blooming from mid-November to January, the poinsettia serves as an iconic festive adornment […]

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]]> HOW TO CHOOSE A REAL CHRISTMAS TREE https://stbridget.uk/how-to-choose-a-real-christmas-tree/ Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:58:02 +0000 https://www.stbridgetnurseries.co.uk/?p=10348 Learn how to choose the perfect Christmas tree for your home with our helpful tips. We offer various trees for different budgets, including real cut, pot-grown, or artificial options. Starting from the 25th of November, our freshly cut Christmas trees will be available for purchase. Don’t forget to use your coupon to enjoy £5 off […]

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]]> SOW SOME SEEDS! https://stbridget.uk/sow-some-seeds/ Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:27:48 +0000 https://stbridget.uk/?p=16796 Whilst February is still too cold to sow many seeds directly into the soil outside, there are still plenty of seeds you can start to grow inside. The most ideal conditions would be in a propagator or greenhouse but a warm bright window sell works just as well. When you buy a packet of seed […]

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]]> Gardening this February – time to think about about the ‘To Do List’ https://stbridget.uk/gardening-this-february-time-to-think-about-about-the-to-do-list/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 13:55:44 +0000 https://www.stbridgetnurseries.co.uk/?p=3624 Time to think about the ‘To Do List’ Preparation, preparation, preparation… they key to success. We are beginning to see genuine glimpse of Spring, while inevitably feeling the occasional chill and remnants of winter – there are still some frosts on high ground and hat and scarf winds along the coast. Bulbs are pushing through, […]

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