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Ooh! Lots of new goodies arrived this week! Call in for a look 👀 this weekend!
#plants #gardening #heather #localnursery #wintercolour #springbulbs🌷 #riversideplants #shadwell #linton #viola #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete #winterpants #winterpansies
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🌬️ Check for Early Frost Dates – Be Ready, Gardeners! 🌬️
In the UK, the average first frost can creep in from late September in colder northern areas, and mid-to-late October further south, but local microclimates make a big difference!
A single frost can damage or kill tender plants like dahlias, begonias, and outdoor tomatoes. Knowing your frost date helps you plan when to lift bulbs, harvest crops, and bring pots under cover.
3 Easy Steps to Prepare:
Find Your Local Average Frost Date - Check the Met Office, BBC Weather, or local allotment reports.
Watch the Forecast - Night temps of 2–3°C often mean ground frost risk.
Be Frost-Ready - Keep fleeces or old bedsheets handy to cover plants overnight.
💡 Riverside Tip: In sheltered, built-up areas, frost can arrive 2–3 weeks later than rural surroundings - don’t get caught out!
📅 Challenge for You:
Drop your postcode + predicted frost date in the comments!
📍 Pop into Riverside Plants this week for advice on protecting your garden.
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Whilst it’s another beautiful day, there is definitely a feeling of change as we move into Autumn (my favourite time of year!)
We have our indoor plants now available at Shadwell, a lovely selection to choose from as well as indoor pots and compost.
Look forward to seeing you soon
#plants #horticulturalgrit #peatfree #compost #indoorplants #localnursery #riversideplants #shadwell #shoplocal
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Riverside Plants do you have any vegetable plug plants please?
🌧️ Make the Most of September Showers! 🌧️
September showers aren’t just rain — they’re garden gold! Use this month’s mild, damp weather to get ahead before winter:
🌷 Plant Spring Bulbs – Daffodils, crocuses & hyacinths thrive in moist soil.
🌿 Autumn Bedding – Violas, pansies & heather root quickly in September rains.
🌳 Trees & Shrubs – Rain reduces transplant shock and helps roots spread.
🌱 Lawns – Perfect time to sow grass seed or lay turf.
💡 Tip: Keep an eye on waterlogged areas and ensure pots drain well.
📍 Visit Riverside Plants this September for bulbs, bedding & advice to make your garden bloom brighter next spring!
Make the Most of September Showers - Riverside Plants
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September in the UK is a month of transition. The days are slowly shortening, mornings are crisp, and our gardens start to shift from summer exuberance into autumn calm. But it’s not all slowing dow...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🐝🌸 Create a buzzing oasis in no time! Follow these 4 simple steps to build your very own Pollinator Paradise - right in a pot!
Full sun, vibrant blooms, and happy bees await. ☀️💧🌼
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Good Morning! 🌿
As always, both our Linton and Shadwell nurseries will be closed this Bank Holiday Monday.
Our team works incredibly hard all through spring and summer – including the other bank holidays – so we like to take this one in August to spend with our families. We really appreciate your understanding.
We’ll be back open tomorrow as usual, ready to welcome you!
Wishing you all a lovely Bank Holiday,
Alan & all the team at Riverside Plants 🌸
#teamwork #heather #winterfloweringheathers #homegrown #localnursery #wintercolour #springbulbs🌷 #linton #riversideplants #shadwell #springbulbs #winterbeddingplants #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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🌿🐝 Late summer is a crucial time for pollinators — and your garden can make all the difference.
Discover how to support bees, butterflies, and more with vibrant, nectar-rich plants and simple garden tips from Riverside Plants.
Your space, big or small, can become a pollinator paradise, and we'll show you how.
Supporting Pollinators in August: How Your Garden Can Help Bees and Butterflies - Riverside Plants
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As summer begins its slow shift toward autumn, your garden can still play a vital role in supporting pollinators...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🌼 Planning your garden? Here’s what to plant in late summer for vibrant colour and texture! 🌿
From cheerful Rudbeckia to hardy Sedum, these picks thrive as the season winds down.
📍 Brought to you by Riverside Plants 🌸
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We went to Shadwell the other day and everything looked gorgeous, especially the Dahlias🥰
🌿 Think the gardening season’s over? Think again! August is one of the best times to plant for late-summer colour and long-term impact. 🌼☀️
Whether you're topping up pots, filling gaps in borders, or planning for autumn, there’s still loads you can do to keep your garden thriving. 🌾🐝
Pop by for ideas, inspiration, and friendly advice — let’s make the most of the season! 💚
August Gardening: What to Plant and How to Keep Your Garden Thriving into Autumn - Riverside Plants
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As we move into August, it's easy to assume the gardening year is starting to wind down. This article will tell you exactly what to plant and...0 CommentsComment on Facebook