Did You Hear About the Coronation Living Heritage Fund?

The Coronation Living Heritage Fund is a £2.5 million kitty for local authorities to plant more trees in honour of King Charles III’s coronation; applications closed last September. And we completely missed it. In our defence, we have absolutely no excuse. Sure, our failure to inform you in time probably won’t make any difference, because… Continue reading Did You Hear About the Coronation Living Heritage Fund?

6 Common Bay Tree Problems & Solutions

Broadly speaking, bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) is an easygoing evergreen tree that should give many years of pleasure in your garden. No tree or plant is ever entirely maintenance free, however, and it’s worth knowing about the handful or so of common problems that can affect bay trees so you can deal with them effectively… Continue reading 6 Common Bay Tree Problems & Solutions

62% of Brits enjoy gardening – here’s their favourite flower

With the first day of spring fast approaching, we asked 1,000 UK-based adults to choose their favourite flowers and trees, as well as answer a few key questions about their interest in gardening as a hobby or pastime. Across this blog post, we’ll look at a range of gardening statistics, uncovering how the nation feels… Continue reading 62% of Brits enjoy gardening – here’s their favourite flower

Your Guide to Oak Trees: Facts, Types & Essential Information

Mature English Oak Tree (Quercus robur)

It’s no exaggeration to describe oak trees as the national tree of Great Britain. They have been integral to our countryside for centuries, so naturally, many people are interested in growing oak trees for themselves. Planting an oak tree is one of the most altruistic things a gardener can do. These slow-growing giants take a… Continue reading Your Guide to Oak Trees: Facts, Types & Essential Information

The best of bareroot trees

Weeping Willow Tree

We’re slap-bang in the middle of bareroot planting season. And that’s something worth celebrating when you love trees and shrubs but are on a budget. If you’re new to the joys of bareroot, the bottom line is that these are brilliantly healthy – but dormant – specimens. All trees and shrubs enter a period of… Continue reading The best of bareroot trees

Pruning Jobs to do now: Coppicing

Coppicing

Requiring only a sharp saw or secateurs and the courage of your convictions, coppicing is a straightforward and satisfying winter job. This short burst of activity will both warm the body and enhance the garden, with the added benefit of perhaps providing a fresh crop of bean poles or even some of next year’s firewood.… Continue reading Pruning Jobs to do now: Coppicing

National Tree Week 2022

National Tree Week 26th Nov - 5th Dec 2022

National Tree Week 2022 will take place from 26 November – 4 December 2022. Trees are the true heroes of nature. They sustain wildlife, create oxygen, purify our air, are the lungs of our planet and are extraordinarily beautiful. Ashridge is pleased to support National Tree Week – a moment to celebrate our trees, and… Continue reading National Tree Week 2022

Why I love hazelnuts. Or cobnuts?

What is the difference between a cobnut and a filbert? Are they the same thing, with regional variations of nomenclature? Is a filbert the fancier version of a cobnut with a longer husk? And how do they relate to hazelnuts? There must be a kernel of truth in there somewhere… Kent is where you’ll find… Continue reading Why I love hazelnuts. Or cobnuts?

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