Advice & Inspiration

At Dan Cooper Garden I want to put the best tools in one hand and the best knowledge in the other. Here you'll find useful guides explaining how to get the most enjoyment from your garden each month, alongside brand profiles, interviews with my garden heroes, seasonal projects and step-by-step guides.

My Top 10 Autumn Gifts for Gardeners

Autumn can be a tricky time to find the perfect gift for a gardener. In this short guide, I share seasonal inspiration and introduce you to my top 10 autumn gifts for gardeners.

When And How To Plant Spring-Flowering Bulbs

Planting bulbs is one of the easiest ways to fill a garden with vibrant colour in spring. Early autumn is the time to get going. Here's all the know-how to create a dazzling display.

Image showing the difference between bypass and anvil secateurs for pruning

Anvil or Bypass - Which Type of Secateurs is Best for You?

Secateurs are essential tools for pruning. But did you know there are two distinct types - anvil and bypass? Understanding the difference between them is crucial for getting the best results.

Why Plant In Autumn?

Gardeners traditionally consider autumn the best time to plant. It this just gardening lore, or are there good reasons to plant before winter arrives? Read on to find out.

How to Create a Tropical Garden

Do you have a penchant for palms, go giddy for gingers or bonkers for bananas? If you like the idea of creating a tropical garden but don’t know where to start, read on for tips from a jungle garden junkie.

Simple Summer Rose Care

It's been a vintage year for roses, but how do you keep the show of flowers and healthy foliage going all summer long? Read on for my simple summer rose care tips .....

Meet My New Brands for Spring 2024

Spring is here and with it comes a host of new brands to surprise and delight you. In this post I'll introduce you to Dan Cooper Garden's newest cast members!

My Top 10 Gifts for Mums

Flowers, chocolates and jewellery might be the most commonly bought gifts for mums, but if, like me, you prefer to seek out less expected presents, this is the list for you.

How to chit potatoes

If you’re thinking about growing a crop of potatoes, you’ve probably heard the term ‘chitting’. It’s a straightforward gardening trick that may get you a earlier, larger crop. If you’ve got children, it’s also fun and educational to do as a family. Here's how.

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