How Does Your Garden Grow - your guide to springtime gardening
Springtime in Scotland
It’s time for us to emerge from the gloom of winter hibernation into the “glory of gardening.”
A recent survey found that a whopping 40 per cent of us Scots enjoy doing just that. No wonder, as survey after survey has found that spending time in gardens and green spaces is linked to improved mental health, lower levels of anxiety and a lower incidence of depression.
So whether you are a complete beginner, or you have a bona fide green thumb, our tips, trends and titbits of traditional wisdom for spring will help you transform your garden from the winter blahs to the summer oohs and ahs in no time!
Land-Tec Environmental Services
Based in Lochgilphead Land-Tec provide Groundworks, Landscaping, Timber Fencing and Plant Hire. They specialise in drainage solutions whether is is open land or building and garden issues. They also offer scrub clearance, manual or excavator with flail.
Contact John 07765388029
landtecenvironmental@gmail.com
Argyll Jet Washing
High quality pressure washing service covering Tarbert and the surrounding areas. Pressure washing will bring life back into your home and garden, drive ways, and patios. Deck cleaning, soft wash, bin cleaning and general garden maintenance also offered. Call for a free quote. Opening Hours: Mon -Sat, 8am till 8pm
Telephone: 07503689749
www.argylljetwashing.co.uk
Corachie Clematis Garden Centre
Seasonal Opening Hours
March - September 10am - 5pm
Open 7 days
Scottish Grower of quality plants specialising in Clematis trees, shrubs, plants, seasonal bedding and bulbs. Tools, seeds, pots, garden ornaments and much more. They also stock dry seasoned firewood, kindling and waxlings, Verdo boiler pellets, sawdust briquettes, Burning peat and bottled gas.
A take-away cafe shop is also on the premises.
Telephone 01866 822148/266
E-mail: wholesale@corachieclematis.co.uk
Roni’s Chainsaw Art
A family business of father Roni, involved with tree work for over 30 years whether commercial harvesting, clearing windblow, felling in confined spaces, aerial operations, crown alterations or pruning/shaping/thinning garden trees, and his son Chris who adds his individual skills gained over 10 years.
All work is completed to a high standard; BS2010, and is fully undertaken and completed as per customers requirements. Additional staff, Roni’s elder son, Gavin who runs his own Tree Surgery business in Glasgow, and his team are available should the need arise. Roni has been creating bespoke chainsaw sculptures for many years now and customers are offered the option of having the remaining stump, following tree removal, turned into something different. Chris offers the option of creating something more refined with his portable milling services whereby turning large lumber into planks, boards etc.
Telephone: 07748414945
Glenbarr Stores Garden Centre
As you stroll through the shop, you’ll discover an oasis brimming with gorgeous flora and fauna, complete with an outdoor seating area where you can relax and enjoy refreshments. Their garden centre offers an extensive selection of plants, trees, shrubs, and tools suitable for any size of garden. You’ll find charming planters, hanging baskets, and pots in all sizes to add a touch of elegance to your garden, no matter how big or small it may be.
Telephone: 01583 421200
Danny’s Ironmongers
Conveniently located in the heart of Lochgilphead with a walk round garden centre that includes on-site parking,
Danny’s have all you need for the perfect garden. They offer a vast array of vegetable plants, Tomatoes, Onion, Carrots, Cabbage, Cucumbers, Herbs and many more, deals on compost and gardening equipment. They can offer local delivery on bulk items such as compost and soils. Open 8:30am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday and 8:30am - 5:00pm on Saturdays
Telephone: 01546 602443
E-mail: dannys-ironmongers@btconnect.com
www.dannys-ironmongers@btconnect.com
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