News

For the green fingers, gourmet chefs and aspiring garden designers. We have curated our articles to cover everything you need to enjoy The Mains of Drum lifestyle.

Create Your Own Christmas Door Wreath

Are you wondering what to do with the foliage lying around? Try making your own door wreath! Perfect for Christmas or even just as decoration for your front door, this tutorial will guide you through the best way to create your very own. 

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Looking After Your Christmas Tree

Whether you require a bushy tree for a bay window or a slender tree for a restricted space, ask the expert staff at the Mains of Drum to assist you in selecting your ideal tree. 

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Caring For A Poinsettia Plant Guide

Poinsettias are a popular houseplant during the festive season. They boast bright red, pink, and even multi-toned foliage, adding a little something special to your Christmas decor.

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Christmas Calendar

Get jolly with us! We have multiple exciting festive events to look forward to this season. Including our anticipated Gardening Club Exclusive Christmas Shopping Day, as well as guests Albacappella and Granite City Chorus to fill our tower with festive tones.

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Pumpkin Soup Recipe

The perfect autumn soup and an ideal post-pumpkin carving treat. Our pumpkin soup recipe is just what you crave on an Autumn day as a cosy up!  

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Tree-mendous Trees!

Trees are more than just beautiful to look at. They provide important benefits for our environment and health. Trees can capture and absorb rainfall in areas that are affected by excessive water.  The roots soak up the moisture, which in turn reduces runoff. This can help to prevent flooding and erosion.

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Scarifying and Aerating Lawns

The best spring lawns begin in autumn! Now is the time to scarify and aerate your lawn to ensure that it remains strong and healthy throughout the winter months, especially before our northern temperatures drop in October. Early lawn aeration and scarification provide your grass with a necessary boost, allowing air, water, and essential nutrients to penetrate the root zone—the three vital components for a thriving lawn.

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Courgette Cake Recipe

Have an abundance of courgettes from your garden? We have the perfect recipe for you! Try our Courgette Cake Recipe, similar to carrot cake. This recipe is excellent for using up all those extra courgettes, which is different to the savoury courgette spaghetti and soup!

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Creating The Perfect Feature Garden

Getting started on planning a garden with art within it can be daunting, but it doesn't need to be! We are on hand to help with our guide on creating a feature garden, complete with how to identify the style of garden you are looking to make!

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Father's Day Gift Ideas

Father’s Day is on Sunday, the 15th of June, and what better way to show your appreciation than with a gift that transforms Dad’s garden into his outdoor haven? We’ve curated a selection of Father’s Day gift ideas that are perfect for green-thumbed dads, BBQ masters, or anyone who loves relaxing in the garden. Whether he’s entertaining friends or enjoying a quiet moment outdoors, we have something to make his day extra special.

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Hot Cross Buns

These delicately spiced, fruity Easter treats are a sign that spring is in the air. Enjoy this delightful British classic on a nice family picnic or mild spring evening. 

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Step-by-Step Potato Chitting Guide

Chit! I had better start chitting my potatoes! We have a guide for that! You can learn how to start your potatoes the right way with our simple guide.

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