1. Choose a Christmas tree – Last year Which? Gardening found that Norway Spruce and Nordmann Fir are the best cut Christmas trees to buy, while container grown trees also last well over Christmas.  But avoid potted trees that have been dug up from the ground – they didn’t do at all well in our trial. (more…)

Artistic plans to create a floral tribute to the North East’s best known landmarks have been submitted as Gateshead Council’s entry to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. (more…)