March at Bernaville

At last, we hear you cry! There’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon as the weather tempts us back outdoors and it’s officially time to kick start your garden into action! This guide is intended for the southern part of the UK and our slightly warmer weather pattern. Don’t forget that the clocks go forward on Sunday 30 March too.

March is probably one of our favourite times of year at Bernaville as everything suddenly kicks back to life and loads of newness gets delivered, both from our own wonderful plant production tunnels and local suppliers. We can hear the buzz of excitement as our customers choose their seeds and decide what works for their spaces and we love being a part of that as you get ready to grow.

Tony’s top tip

Erysimums were our most succesful and long flowering display at Bernaville last year so we wanted to give them their spotlight this month as they are ready to plant! To successfully grow erysimums, otherwise called “wallflowers”, it’s important to provide them with the right conditions. Plant them in well-draining soil that receives plenty of sunlight. Wallflowers prefer full sun, so try to find a spot in your garden that gets at least six hours of sunlight per day. Additionally, make sure to water them regularly, especially during dry periods, but be cautious not to overwater as they don’t like soggy soil. Deadhead the spent flowers regularly to encourage new growth and prolong the blooming period. By following these tips, you can enjoy a beautiful display of colourful wallflowers from spring-late summer sometimes well into October!