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Serrano Garden Centre in Camposol: Your winter warmth starts hereA wide range of trees and shrubs, garden ornaments and winter fuel in and around Camposol As the temperatures drop and the evenings draw in, there's nothing quite like settling beside a crackling fire with that distinctive glow and wonderful aroma.. 07/11/2025

Transform your outside space into a sanctuary of joy and wonder with Inspired Garden FurnitureWith dapper, exclusive and outstanding quality furniture, as well as the finest essential accessories, there’s only one store to turn your garden into your favourite place in the house Life in Spain is all about spending time outdoors, so if you..

Foraging for mushrooms in Spain in autumnOnce the weather begins to cool down, this delicious plant begins to sprout up all over Spain Food prices are growing by the day and between this and an increased focus on the benefits of organic produce, many people have turned to foraging the abundant..

Dousing the myth: Why water bottles do not deter peeing dogs and catsIt’s a widely held belief in Spain that water canisters will prevent pets from marking their territory In residential areas throughout Spain, a curious phenomenon can be observed that often leaves tourists, and indeed other locals, completely baffled..

5 garden plants that will keep mosquitos at bayThese natural repellents will keep your gardens and patios mosquito-free this summer The Spanish summer is once more stretching ahead of us, with days made for sunbathing and refreshing dips in the ocean and long, balmy evenings, perfect for catching up..

Mastia botanical educational garden in Mazarron The “Mastia” garden is designed to educate about local eco-systems In April 2018 Mazarrón became the first municipality in the Region of Murcia to open an educational bio-garden for local residents, featuring examples of over..

The Geranium moth in Southern SpainHow to recognise and deal with the Geranium Moth One of the great glories of Spanish gardening is the vibrant colour of Mediterranean plants, geraniums being a particular favourite amongst expats because of their hardy nature and generous displays of..

Wild tortoise ownership in Murcia and Spain: illegal but surprisingly commonHow to get back on the right side of the law if you own a tortoise in Murcia Many members of the public are unaware of the fact, but since 1st July 2015 it has officially been illegal in Spain to own a pet common or spur-thighed tortoise, despite the..

Block planting used with success in central Murcia A solid structure supports practical block underplanting Gardeners moving to Spain are always struggling to cope with the demands of the Spanish climate and here in Murcia there are many factors to contend with for those building new gardens... 30/12/2014

Imaginative pruning of olive trees in Murcia City Olive trees really are a Mediterranean gardener’s best friend Looking for new ideas is an endless process when attempting to build a garden in an unfamiliar climate, and after several years of fighting the elements the most practical approach.. 30/12/2014

The Datura Stramonium is a dangerous plant The Datura stramonium or jimson weed grows throughout the Region of Murcia This week national Spanish TV carried a report about a plant which is worryingly common throughout the Region of Murcia, the Datura stramonium plant, also known as jimson weed, devils..

What to do when an uninvited Queen takes up residence Dealing with bee and wasp nests It´s funny how things pan out. Last year we were running around trying to find a beekeeper for everyone else and this year we needed one ourselves. The office is a converted garage area, so we have left the.. 26/04/2011

Inspirational Gardens in the Region of Murcia, great ideas you can adapt for yourself One of the most beautiful places in Aguilas to enjoy a summer drink and a great source of inspiration Rincon del Hornillo, Aguilas   This little corner of Aguilas is inspirational to gardeners with gardens of all sizes, right through.. 30/06/2010

Aloe Saponaria, superb ground cover or specimen plant for any dry spanish gardenEssential plants for dry Spanish gardening, Aloe Saponaria, one of a gardeners best friends There is no point fighting the Spanish climate and trying to plant sappy flowers with soft leaves, in order to create dry landscapes which will survive the hot.. 14/06/2010

Oleanders, how to propagate and important information about the dangers of pruning them Gardening in Spain, Oleanders are extremely easy to propagate and very useful in a dry garden Oleanders are one of the most popular choices for hedging or for filling up large, empty spaces, and can also be extremely useful as topiary specimen trees in..

Propagating lavender and enjoying one of the best dry landscaping plants at your disposal Gardening in Murcia, how to propagate lavender Lavender is one of the most important staples of Mediterranean gardening, the glorious vision of  idyllic stone cottages drifting in an undulating sea of fragrant lavender a favourite choice for lifestyle..

Propagating Ice plants, one of the easiest and best plants for this dry climate Gardening in Spain, Propagating Ice plants, a gardeners best friend. Were calling a whole selection of plants by this name, to avoid typing excessively long names and muddling up our lampranthus, delosperma and drosanthemums. For simplicities.. 14/05/2010

Gardening in Spain, Hard Landscaping- Why does all the coating keep falling off the walls?One of the most important parts of creating a manageable garden with low ongoing maintenance and minimal water use is hard landscaping. For many residents living on urbanizations walls are the first stage, but as with all things we have to battle with..

Spanish gardening - Carobs, worth their weight in gold? Costa Cálida Gardening, carobs Carobs- worth their weight in gold? Nearly every country property in this area has at least one carob tree, currently dropping pods all over the floor and making a lot of mess, so if you have these in your.. 04/09/2009

Jobs for March/April, Cut back Aloe Arborescens How to take cuttings from Aloe Arborescens CUT BACK Aloe Arborescens after flowering. This stunningly architectural plant has had it’s moment, so now’s the time to cut off the spent flower spike s and tidy the plant up for the summer..