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The Ultimate Guide to Hydrangeas for UK Gardens
Read nowHydrangeas are one of the most reliable and visually rewarding shrubs for UK gardens. From traditional borders to landscape designs, they offer structure, seasonal interest, and long-lasting flowers that suit both domestic gardeners and professional landscapers. In this guide, we...
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How to Plant a Euonymus Green Spire Hedge: Spacing, Soil & Aftercare Guide
Read nowEuonymus Green Spire has quietly become one of the most popular small hedging plants in the UK, and it's not hard to see why. As gardeners have moved away from Box hedging in recent years, this compact, upright evergreen has...
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Garden Trees UK: Your Essential Guide to Planting Trees for Privacy, Shade and Wildlife
Read nowTrees bring a sense of maturity, structure and life to a garden. Beyond their visual appeal, they create natural boundaries, provide welcome shade during warmer months and offer valuable habitats for birds and pollinators. The right choice of garden trees...
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2025: A Year of Extremes, Resilience and Record Demand
Read nowAs the festive season approaches and we prepare for a well-deserved break, we're taking a moment to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year here at CGJ Mathias & Son Nurseries. From unprecedented weather challenges to record-breaking demand, 2025...
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To the Rescue: How We Saved a Hedge with Laurel Leaves Turning Yellow
Read now"Are these too far gone? Shall I just rip them out and start again?" When Paul sent us this message back in March, along with photos of his struggling laurel hedge, we could see exactly what was going wrong. After...
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Making History on the Village Green: Tilford Ladies Win League in Debut Season
Read nowAs proud sponsors of Tilford Cricket Club in Surrey, we're absolutely thrilled to celebrate a historic achievement from the club this summer – the newly-formed Tilford Ladies team have won the Tier 2 Smash It West League in their very...