Easing Out of Isolation @ Maolachy Garden in July

Wednesday 19 August, 2020

Garden Opener Georgina Dalton reflects on reopening her garden in July.

Virtual Garden Tours 2020: An Intimate Look into our Gardens

Sunday 26 July, 2020

We're thrilled with how our new virtual garden visits and tours have been received! Read here about how our first few months have gone.

Isolation Gardening @ Maolachy: Bank Holiday Weekend - Garden Open for One

Monday 15 June, 2020

Join Georgina Dalton for an update in her Gardening Journal over the May Holiday Weekend

Isolation Gardening @ Maolachy: Mid-May with Sharps Winds and Frosted Leaves

Monday 15 June, 2020

Join Georgina Dalton's with another update in her garden journal, Maolachy in Mid-May

Isolation Gardening @Maolachy May 2020

Tuesday 26 May, 2020

Another page from Georgina Dalton's garden journal, Maolachy in May

Teenagers Garden Too!

Thursday 21 May, 2020

Read about gardening happening at Linwood High School (before the Lockdown...).

Gluten Free Rhubarb and Ginger Cake Recipe

Thursday 21 May, 2020

There's lots of rhubarb in the garden and the shops, so try this delicious gluten-free cake.

Locked Down in France

Tuesday 19 May, 2020

Peter and Lind are locked down in France, but still share their garden.

Violet Syrup Recipe

Tuesday 5 May, 2020

Violets are everywhere just now in our woodlands, so we decided to make a syrup.

The Story of Memorial Garden

Tuesday 5 May, 2020

Agnes Bowie reflects on origins of the Duchess of Montrose Memorial Garden. A heartfelt story of creating a therapeutic garden from the derelict site of a former shipyard.

Early morning at Maolachy

Monday 4 May, 2020

A page from Georgina Dalton's garden journal, Maolachy in Argyll.

Nettle Soup Recipe

Monday 20 April, 2020

Young nettle shoots are everywhere just now, and make the most delicious and nutritious soup.

Top 6 Podcasts & Books

Wednesday 8 April, 2020

There are a lot of resources for gardeners and nature lovers to keep us occupied during the lockdown. We compiled a list of the best gardening books and podcasts for you to explore after a long day in the garden.

Recipes: Wild Garlic Pesto

Tuesday 7 April, 2020

The woods are full of wild garlic just now. Use the leaves to make a delicious pesto.

True Stories from Wildlife Gardens

Thursday 27 February, 2020

Don't be scared! Anyone can create and safeguard wild habitats. The way gardens are cared for can benefit the natural world. That said, you don’t need to own land to make a difference.

Spiced Apple and Pear Chutney Recipe.

Thursday 3 October, 2019

Making chutney is a great way of storing a seasonal glut of fruit and veg to enjoy in the colder months. This recipe is easy to follow even for beginners.

Growing for Good. Could you open your garden for charity?

Tuesday 23 July, 2019

When you open your garden with Scotland’s Gardens Scheme you join a long tradition of helping your community through both charitable funding and the pleasure of visiting beautiful gardens.

More Gardens and Health Celebrations

Wednesday 26 June, 2019

Continuing our Gardens and Health campaign, several more volunteers across the country opened their garden gates and hosted a local community group to come and enjoy a visit and the benefits that gardening and garden-visiting can bring.

Gardens and Health - Abbotsford

Wednesday 19 June, 2019

Visiting Volunteers in Argyll

Monday 17 June, 2019

Last week Julie, our Volunteer Manager, was visiting Argyll for the first time. She was hosted and looked after by Yvonne, the Area Organiser, who took her to visit some of our lovely garden-openers and their gardens. Here’s how she got on...

Gardens and Health Week 2019

Thursday 23 May, 2019

We celebrated Gardens and Health Week May 11th -19th

Afternoon Tea on the Allotment

Wednesday 22 May, 2019

As part of Gardens and Health Week we had afternoon tea at Craigentinny Allotments

QNIS Chief Executive Clare Cable reflects on her visit to The Garden of Cosmic Speculation at Portrack

Tuesday 14 May, 2019

QNIS Chief Executive and Nurse Director Clare cable reflects on taking time out during the weekend to visit the Garden of Cosmic Speculation at Portrack

Plants for your Christmas wreath

Saturday 1 December, 2018

Winter is well and truly here, and Christmas wreathes need to made. We've drawn together some of our favourite plants to include, for your front door decoration. Which is your favourite?

Plants for Christmas time

Saturday 1 December, 2018

Winter is well and truly here, and Christmas wreathes need to made. We've drawn together some of our favourite plants to include, for your front door decoration. Which is your favourite?

Gertrude Jekyll 175 years on

Monday 26 November, 2018

The 29th November 2018 marks the 175th anniversary of Gertrude Jekyll's birthday. She was a pioneering garden designer, among her many talents, and her influence can be seen in many of the gardens that open for Scotland's Gardens Scheme.

Spooky plants you need this Halloween

Monday 1 October, 2018

Here's our top list of the spookiest plants you need this Halloween, nature can be a little trickster too!

Plants for the pollinators

Wednesday 1 August, 2018

The bees are buzzing in the trees, or at least they can be, here are some lovely plants than can be found in most Scottish gardens to help encourage bees and other pollinators.

Mr Lowry with his Rose friends

Wednesday 18 July, 2018

Judging the roses for the City of Glasgow International Rose Trials.

Mr Lowry in Wester Ross

Tuesday 10 July, 2018

Wildflowers, native plants and Inverewe Garden with Mr Lowry