Suttons Gardening Blog

Welcome to the Suttons gardening blog! Here you’ll find helpful seeds and plants advice from horticultural experts. From easy expert gardening tips, this free and comprehensive online library is suitable for all UK gardeners.

Best expert advice on growing geraniums (pelargoniums)

Here’s our pick of the best independent articles, YouTube videos and Instagram posts to help you create a show-stopping display of perfect pelargoniums.

Best expert advice on growing raspberries

This collection of independent articles, Insta posts and YouTube videos is packed with expert advice from experienced raspberry growers who really know their …

What type of soil do I have?

Here we run you through the main soil types, explain how to get the best from each, and offer suggestions for improving the soil in your patch.

Success with your seeds

Here are some helpful hints and tips to help get your seeds off to a strong start.

Tomatoes that beat blight

Here are just four of our favourite tomatoes that have been specially bred to withstand this relatively common problem.

How to build layers of colour and scent in your garden

Here are some of the plants and flowers I like to grow for low-maintenance layers of colour or deliciously sweet smell.

Win Suttons New Vegetable Seeds

This competition has now closed but thank you to all those who took part. Congratulations goes to our three winners who each won a bundle of Suttons new veg …

How to grow plums and gages

Here’s everything you need to know to get your new plum tree off to a flying start.