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Care Guide: Schlumbergera Christmas Cactus

Schlumbergera are a member of the Cactaceae family. They are a particularly popular option at Christmas due to the vibrant pink, white, purple and red blooms they produce over the festive period. L...

2023 grow urban gift guide

Stockings still hang empty, below the tree is bare and the Christmas gifting stress is settling in! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with a whole host of wonderful gift ideas. So here is our upda...

Deck the Halls

Pop the Christmas tunes on, light your favourite grow urban candle and get the mulled wine brewing. That’s right – it’s time to get festive and what better way to get started than cracking out the ...

Care Guide: Monstera Deliciosa

A real 70s classic, Monstera are part of the Arum family and come in a plethora of forms. Most favoured is the Monstera deliciosa which this blog will be focusing on, however there are many other r...

Mimosa pudica Care UK – Grow the Shy Plant Indoors

Mimosa pudica, often called the Shy Plant or Sensitive Plant, is a favourite among houseplant collectors thanks to its fascinating ability to move. When touched, the feathery leaves instantly fold ...

Autumn Gift Guide

Autumn is finally here and we are looking forward to the changing leaves, crisp days, and hot chocolate overloads! Here is our list of top gift ideas with an autumnal twist New Home in Edinburgh Ed...

How to Care for Sansevieria

The Sansevieria genus is native across Africa, Southern Asia and Madagascar. They belong to the Asparagaceae family and are commonly referred to as ‘Snake Plants’ due to shape and patterns on their...

The Weird and Wonderful World of Orchids

Did you know that orchids are one of the largest species of plant in the world with thousands of different varieties? They are so adaptable that they can be found all over the world in tropical rai...

Common Plant Pests and How to Treat Them

Is there anything more painful than finding pests on your plant collection? Even with the best plant parenting it is difficult to prevent these wee beasties from finding our most prized potted frie...

A History of 92 Grove Street, Edinburgh

From hidden gems to celebrated landmarks, Edinburgh’s rich history shines through in its incredible range of architectural delights. Home to our flagship store, 92 Grove Street has been a talking p...