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Tomato ‘Meltaway F1’: The Virtually Seedless, Skinless Tomato
Gardeners told us what holds them back from eating tomatoes, so we bred one that fixes it all: A world-first cherry tomato..... We help the nation grow over a million tomato plants a year, and we know how much you love tomatoes. Tomato ‘Meltaway F1’ is the first...
Featured Gardener: Luke Newnes
When Luke from @man_about_gardening moved into a new-build home in Shropshire, the garden was just a blank canvas. With curiosity and a lot of trial and error, he and his wife have transformed it into a cottage-style haven full of roses, dahlias, foxgloves and pollinator-friendly plants. From the central fountain to the vibrant companion planting, every corner bursts with life, colour and family memories. Discover how gardening became his passion and his top tip for making a small garden feel much bigger…
How British gardeners are future-proofing their spaces: T&M survey 2025
Thompson & Morgan’s latest survey of 1,362 gardeners offers a timely glimpse into what’s inspiring UK growers right now. From favourite flowers to climate-ready choices, the findings highlight the trends shaping our gardens this season and carrying us into 2026. Whether you’re planning a small refresh or eyeing up new varieties, these insights offer helpful inspiration.
How to choose the best bare root roses
Whether you’re looking for a bush, climbing, hybrid tea or floribunda rose, learn more about the new and exciting bare root varieties that you can snap up now, ahead of container season.
Featured Gardener: Mandy Bradshaw
Mandy (@thechattygardener) wanted to be a journalist from the age of seven, but had no idea that her ambition would blossom into a career in garden writing and photography. Ten years after launching her inspirational blog, this award-winning journalist still spends as much time as possible outdoors.
Featured Gardener: Kate Smith
When Kate Smith from @homegrown_blooms experimented with a few Halloween pumpkin seeds, she had no idea that it would snowball into a thriving veg patch filled with tomatoes, potatoes, sprouts and lettuce. But it was when she started sowing flower seeds that something really clicked – the colours, the movement, the way they cheer you up in a matter of minutes… Find out why growing flowers is where the magic happens for Kate.
Featured Gardener: Sammy Stringer
Discover how Sammy went from gardening beginner to award winner – and why her next challenge is a 100% pink paradise at home.
7 plants to brighten up your balcony this winter
What better way to brighten up the dark and gloomy months of winter than by planting a balcony full of colourful winter-flowering shrubs and bedding plants? Here are seven of our favourites, all of which are suitable for planting in patio pots and containers.