Journal

Lagerstroemia Crape Myrtle in full flower with pink blooms and peeling cinnamon bark, garden setting
Tree of the Week - Lagerstroemia (Crape Myrtles)
Discover Lagerstroemia (Crape Myrtle) - a stunning ornamental tree with summer flowers, peeling bark & autumn colour. Grow tips & varieties for UK gardens. Read more...
Ginkgo biloba Maidenhair Tree with golden yellow autumn foliage in a UK garden
Tree of the Week - Ginkgo Biloba (Maidenhair Tree)
Discover Ginkgo biloba, the Maidenhair Tree - a living fossil with spectacular golden autumn colour, fully hardy and ideal for UK gardens. Expert advice from Cedar Nursery. Read more...
Hummingbird hawk-moth hovering at buddleia flowers in a sunny Surrey garden, wings a blur of motion
Hummingbird Hawk Moths seen locally in Effingham
Hummingbird hawk-moths spotted in Effingham, Surrey. Discover which plants attract them and how to welcome these remarkable migrants to your garden. Read more...
A freestanding timber pergola in a well-planted Surrey garden, with climbing roses and dappled afternoon light
Permitted Development Rules for Garden Buildings: What You Can (and Can't) Build Without Planning Permission
Pergola or gazebo planned? Learn the permitted development rules for garden buildings in England - height limits, coverage, and when you need planning permission. Read more...
A mature white mulberry tree in a sunny Surrey garden, with lush green leaves ideal for silkworm keeping
Fancy growing a Mulberry Tree and Keeping Silkworms as a hobby?
Grow a mulberry tree and raise silkworms at home. Expert advice from Cedar Nursery in Cobham, Surrey, on varieties, care, and getting started. Read more...
Euonymus phellomanus cork spindle tree showing vivid pink fruit capsules and yellow autumn foliage
Tree of the Week Euonymus phellomanus
Discover Euonymus phellomanus, the cork spindle tree - a stunning multi-season specimen with corky stems, vivid autumn fruit, and yellow foliage. Available at Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
All-weather outdoor cushions on garden furniture at Cedar Nursery showroom in Cobham, Surrey
The Cushion That Doesn't Care About the Weather
Discover what makes a truly all-weather outdoor cushion - solution-dyed fabric, quick-dry fill, and UV resistance explained. Expert advice from Cedar Nursery. Read more...
Crataegus pinnatifida Chinese hawthorn tree with clusters of red autumn fruit and crimson foliage
Tree of the Week: Hawthorn (Crataegus Pinnatifida)
Discover Crataegus pinnatifida, the Chinese hawthorn - a compact, nearly thornless tree with spring blossom, bold foliage and striking autumn fruit. Available at Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
Inscribed teak garden bench on a lawn, personalised with an engraved dedication, at Cedar Nursery Cobham Surrey
Inscribed benches - the perfect gift
An inscribed teak garden bench makes a lasting Christmas gift. Explore personalisation options and lead times at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Read more...
Crab apple tree laden with red and yellow fruit in a Surrey garden in early September
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Crab apple trees: planting, pruning, pollination and the best cultivars for Surrey gardens. Expert advice from Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
Oxley's sandcast aluminium garden furniture on display at Cedar Nursery showroom in Cobham, Surrey
Oxley's Top Quality Garden Furniture
Discover Oxley's handcrafted sandcast aluminium garden furniture at Cedar Nursery, Cobham - southern England's Oxley's showroom. Built to last a lifetime. Read more...
Koelreuteria paniculata Golden Rain Tree in full flower with bright yellow panicles against a summer sky
Tree of the Week - Koelreuteria Paniculata
Koelreuteria paniculata - the Golden Rain Tree - offers four seasons of interest and thrives in dry Surrey soils. Expert planting advice from Cedar Nursery. Read more...
Corten steel fireball firepit on a porcelain terrace with water feature and garden sculpture at Cedar Nursery Cobham
The perfect space for a firepit, fireball, water feature or sculpture
Design the perfect garden space for a firepit, fireball, water feature or sculpture. Expert guidance from Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Read more...
Sophora japonica Datiana weeping pagoda tree with umbrella-shaped crown in a sunny garden setting
Sophora japonica datiana
Sophora japonica 'Datiana' is a weeping, flowerless pagoda tree ideal for courtyards and small gardens. Expert growing advice from Cedar Nursery, Surrey. Read more...
Ripe black mulberry fruit on a mature Morus nigra tree in a Surrey garden in late July
Morus nigra
Discover the black mulberry (Morus nigra) - fruit, care, planting tips and variety advice for UK gardens. Expert guidance from Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Read more...
Salix integra Hakuro-nishiki flamingo willow standard with pink and cream variegated foliage in a garden setting
Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki'
Learn how to grow and prune Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki', the flamingo willow. Expert care advice for this striking variegated standard tree. Read more...
Mespilus germanica Nottingham medlar tree with small green fruit and open sepal crowns on the branch in summer
Mespilus germanica 'Nottingham'
Mespilus germanica 'Nottingham' - the medlar tree. RHS AGM variety, self-fertile, suited to Surrey gardens. Growing guide from Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
Gardener checking soil moisture with a finger before watering a container plant in a summer garden
The myth: gardeners should water every plant
Daily watering kills more plants than drought. Learn why overwatering is so common and how to water garden plants correctly this summer. Read more...
A shaded garden patio with a louvred pergola and lush climbing plants at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey
Shade in the Garden
Discover expert garden shade solutions at Cedar Nursery, Cobham - from pergolas and verandahs to shade-loving plants. Find the right cover for every outdoor space. Read more...
Terracotta pot being filled with peat-free compost without a layer of crocks at the base
The myth: putting a layer of crocks
Does a layer of crocks at the bottom of a pot improve drainage? The RHS says no. We explain the science and what to do instead. Read more...
Cedar Nursery and Outdoor Living Centre in Cobham, Surrey - a premium destination for outdoor living inspiration
IYKYK - The Hidden Gem of Cobham
Cedar Nursery in Cobham, Surrey is a premium outdoor living destination with specialist partners in outdoor kitchens, garden rooms, saunas, decking and more. Read more...
Prunus x Eminens Umbraculifera Globe Cherry with rounded crown in a formal garden setting, Surrey
Tree of the Week Prunus x Eminens Umbraculifera (Cherry)
Discover Prunus x Eminens 'Umbraculifera', the Globe Cherry - a compact ornamental tree with year-round interest, ideal for small UK gardens and formal schemes. Read more...
Acer palmatum Trompenburg showing deep purple-red recurved foliage in a sheltered garden setting
Acer Palmatum Trompenburg
Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg' - a sculptural, RHS AGM-awarded Japanese maple with deep purple-red foliage. Expert growing advice from Cedar Nursery, Cobham. Read more...
Dense clusters of purple and pink verbena flowers in full summer bloom in a mixed UK flower border
Verbenas - How they look right now and how they can improve a flower bed
Discover how verbenas can transform a UK flower bed with long-lasting colour, pollinator appeal, and versatile planting combinations. Expert advice from Cedar Nursery. Read more...