Are you concerned about climate change and increasingly hot, dry summers? Worried that an irrigation system might be wasting precious water? It may seem counter-intuitive, but having a well-designed irrigation system might actually save on your water usage compared to using a watering can. In the UK we experienced a...
You may be someone who practices mindfulness deliberately, or you may not. However, those of us who are gardeners tend to practice it accidentally even if we've never heard of it! It's very natural to be aware of all the sights, sounds and fragrances when you're in a garden. Being...
Bees are a vital part of our existence, as they pollinate many of the food plants we rely on. But did you know that of the 24 species of bumblebee in the UK, only 7 are now counted as common? Some are incredibly rare nowadays, with numbers declining for several...
It's time for our regular botanical art post! Here's another beautiful picture for all you plant-lovers. It's a lily from The Temple of Flora, the illustrated volume from Robert John Thornton's amazing 19th century botany book. This particular engraving is called The Superb Lily. However, the picture is not of...
It's time for our regular botanical art post! Here's another beautiful picture for all you plant-lovers. It's a lily from The Temple of Flora, the illustrated volume from Robert John Thornton's amazing 19th century botany book. This particular engraving is called The Superb Lily. However, the picture is not of...
In events management, the planning side is key to making sure everything runs smoothly, but it's the event design that people remember. If you give an event the wow factor on the day, it will guarantee your events are memorable. Need a way to boost this? Then you need a...
We think regular maintenance for garden irrigation systems is crucial, for many reasons. If you have a Rosewood maintenance contract we come twice a year to look after all aspects of your system. Garden irrigation systems definitely need draining down for the winter. This avoids the danger of water freezing...
Our latest example from Robert John Thornton's Temple of Flora book is an engraving of auriculas. Botanical illustration is unsurprisingly a popular art form as far as garden-lovers are concerned. That's why we're sure that you're going to love this flower engraving....
Our latest example from Robert John Thornton's Temple of Flora book is an engraving of auriculas. Botanical illustration is unsurprisingly a popular art form as far as garden-lovers are concerned. That's why we're sure that you're going to love this flower engraving....
With the spring here at last, summer will be fast approaching! We all start thinking about using our gardens more, and often that involves eating outside. You may be looking forward to using a paved area like a terrace or patio. Such surfaces are ideal for siting garden furniture that...