Gibson Landscapes and Gardens

Gibson Landscapes and Gardens I am a local Landscape Gardener who specialises in fencing, gardening and soft/hard landscaping in and around the surrounding villages of Loughborough

🌿 A Little Update From Me
 🌿I've been a bit quiet on here lately and that’s because things have been busy behind the sce...
23/03/2026

🌿 A Little Update From Me
 🌿

I've been a bit quiet on here lately and that’s because things have been busy behind the scenes. I’m currently booked up to July, working hard on some brilliant garden transformations that I can’t wait to share with you.

If you’re hoping to get your garden sorted for Summer, now’s the time to get in touch. Booking now means you won't be disappointed!

I’ll be back with fresh content, updates, and plenty of garden inspiration as soon as I can!

Anyone else feeling that little lift now the evenings are stretching out and the weather’s turning milder? Your garden i...
23/02/2026

Anyone else feeling that little lift now the evenings are stretching out and the weather’s turning milder? Your garden is starting to feel it too — and it’s a great week to get a couple of easy jobs done before spring properly kicks in.

Here are two simple tasks you can tackle over the next week:
🍃 1. Give your lawn edges a quick tidy
A light trim or neatening up the borders instantly makes the whole garden look sharper, even before the grass starts growing properly again.

🌾 2. Check on early bulbs and clear around them
Snowdrops, crocuses and early daffs are pushing through now. Gently clearing leaves or debris around them helps them shine and encourages healthier growth.

A few small jobs now make a big difference as the season gets going.

Hope everyone who has taken it off is enjoying half term! It might still feel chilly, but February is when w**ds quietly...
20/02/2026

Hope everyone who has taken it off is enjoying half term!

It might still feel chilly, but February is when w**ds quietly start to stir beneath the surface. A few mild days and suddenly they’re off — and once they get going, they don’t slow down.

Getting on top of them now makes a huge difference later in the season:
- 🌿 Early w**ds are easier to remove before roots get established
- đŸŒŒ Beds and borders stay healthier when they’re not competing for nutrients
- đŸȘŽ Your spring plants get a better start with less competition
- đŸ§č A quick tidy now saves hours of work in April and May

If your garden could do with a w**d clear‑out, a tidy, or a bit of prep before spring arrives, a little attention now means a much easier, healthier garden when the warmer weather hits.

14/02/2026

It’s Valentine’s Day — the season of grand gestures, romantic clichĂ©s, and last‑minute supermarket roses.

But while you’re showing love to the humans in your life
 don’t forget the one who’s been with you through every season: your garden. Because let’s be honest — after surviving winter, it deserves a bit of romance too.

💘 Give it a rake‑over
Nothing says “I adore you” like removing the soggy leaf pile it’s been quietly hinting at since November.

đŸŒč A little prune‑ing and woo‑ing
Trim those roses and shrubs — think of it as giving them a fresh cut before date night.

đŸŒ± Mulch ado about nothing
A layer of compost is basically a warm hug for your soil. Pure affection.

đŸȘ” Fix the fence‑ship
If your panels are wobbling, it might be time to repair the relationship.

đŸŒŒ Plant something you’ll fall for later
Sweet peas, herbs, early seeds — the garden equivalent of writing a love note to your future self.

And if you’re dreaming of something bigger

💘 Let’s spark a garden love story
Whether it’s a new fence, a redesign, raised beds or a full transformation, I’m here to help you inject some passion back into your outdoor space.

Got a project in mind? Give me a shout — let’s make your garden the one you fall head‑over‑heels for this year.

If you want a garden activity with the kids, try The Great February Seedling Race — who can grow the tallest plant by sp...
07/02/2026

If you want a garden activity with the kids, try The Great February Seedling Race — who can grow the tallest plant by spring?

It’s simple, it’s indoors (so no freezing fingers), and kids get really invested in it.

đŸȘŽ How it works
- Everyone picks a seed to grow
- Plant them in small pots or recycled yoghurt tubs
- Put them on a bright windowsill
- Measure them every week
- Declare a winner at the end of April
You’ll be amazed how competitive it gets.

🌿 What you can plant indoors in February:
These are perfect for a warm windowsill and grow fast enough to keep kids interested:
- Sweet peas – quick to sprout, great for early success
- Tomatoes – kids love seeing how fast they shoot up
- Chillies – slow and steady, but fun to watch
- Herbs like basil, parsley, coriander
- Marigolds – bright, cheerful, and easy
- Cosmos – tall, elegant, and great for a race

When they're ready, plant them in the garden and watch them thrive!

February loves to trick us. One mild day, a bit of sunshine, and suddenly it feels like spring has arrived early. But fr...
04/02/2026

February loves to trick us. One mild day, a bit of sunshine, and suddenly it feels like spring has arrived early. But from a gardening perspective, this is the month where you need to stay sensible — and resist the urge to rush.

Here’s how to manage those tempting brighter days:
đŸŒ± Hold off on planting
A warm spell doesn’t mean the soil is ready. Cold nights and surprise frosts can still cause real damage to new plants and tender growth. Make sure to check the best planting times for new bulbs and plants.

🌿 Protect early risers
Bulbs and shoots popping up are normal, but if a cold snap is coming, a light mulch or leaf cover can help shield them.

✂ Finish winter jobs, don’t start spring ones
Pruning, clearing, repairing fences, prepping beds — perfect.
Planting summer bedding or cutting lawns too early — not so much.

đŸŒŸ Avoid walking on wet or frosty lawns
It compacts the soil and damages the grass, even if the sun feels warm.

đŸŒĄïž Remember: February is unpredictable
A sunny afternoon can turn into a frosty night. The garden still needs a cautious approach.

So enjoy the brighter days, but don’t let them fool you — spring isn’t quite here yet, and your garden will thank you for taking it steady.

Hello February! Very excited that February has arrived! We're one step closer to Spring and the garden is starting to st...
01/02/2026

Hello February!

Very excited that February has arrived! We're one step closer to Spring and the garden is starting to stir. You can feel the shift — lighter evenings, early bulbs pushing through, and that sense that the garden is quietly gearing up for the year ahead.

It’s another brilliant month for getting ahead, tackling the jobs winter left behind, and setting things up for a strong spring.

If you need any help with support with your February jobs and preparing your garden for those longer and warmer summer days, get in touch! Call: 07955765587.

One of my favourite sights at this time of year is those first brave bulbs starting to poke through the soil. It might s...
29/01/2026

One of my favourite sights at this time of year is those first brave bulbs starting to poke through the soil. It might still feel like winter has us in a headlock, but the garden always knows when things are shifting.

You might already be spotting:
đŸŒŒ Snowdrops sneaking up like tiny optimists
đŸŒ± Daffodil shoots testing the air to see if it’s worth coming out
💜 Crocus tips pushing through the cold ground with zero regard for the forecast

They’re early
 but not unusual. Mild spells often trick bulbs into getting a head start, and honestly, it’s a welcome bit of colour and hope at the end of January.
If you’re seeing shoots in your garden, don’t worry — they’re tougher than they look. A bit of frost won’t bother them, and they’ll carry on doing their thing as the weeks roll on.

It’s a lovely reminder that even in the coldest months, spring is already on the way beneath the surface.

26/01/2026

This week, we'll be saying goodbye to January. The nights are slowly getting lighter and although the weather is questionable hopefully you've had a chance in between the cold, wet and the snow to spend some time outside.

January is the month when your garden looks like it’s decided to throw in the towel — but don’t be fooled. Your plants aren’t dead.

Here’s what they’re up to:

😮 Shrubs:
They flop, they sag, they look offended by the weather. Completely normal. They’ll perk up with sunnier days.

đŸŒ± Perennials:
They vanish underground like they’re avoiding their responsibilities. They’ll be back — they always come back.

🌳 Fruit trees:
No leaves and no movement. This is their resting phase, not their resignation letter.

🌿 Evergreens:
A touch of yellowing or droopiness is just winter stress. .

đŸŒŸ Grasses:
Collapsing in the cold. A tidy trim later will sort them out.

The truth is: your garden isn’t failing — it’s just January.
Everything is resting, resetting, and quietly preparing for spring.

If you want a hand figuring out what’s normal, what needs pruning, and what needs a pep talk, just drop me a message.

Why January Is a Great Month for Pruning ✂January is one of the best times of the year to get on top of your pruning. Wi...
19/01/2026

Why January Is a Great Month for Pruning ✂

January is one of the best times of the year to get on top of your pruning. With most plants still dormant, a good winter prune sets them up for stronger, healthier growth when spring arrives.

Here’s what January pruning is all about:

🌳 Fruit trees
Apple and pear trees love a winter prune. Removing crossing branches and opening up the canopy helps light and air reach the centre — which means better fruit later in the year.

đŸŒč Roses
Now’s the moment to tidy up leggy growth, remove dead wood and shape them ready for a big flush of flowers in summer.

🌿 Shrubs & hardy perennials
Many deciduous shrubs benefit from a winter cut-back to keep them compact and encourage fresh growth.

🍂 Out with the old
Removing dead, damaged or diseased branches now prevents problems spreading and keeps plants healthy going into spring.

The key is knowing what to prune — and what to leave until later — so everything gets the right start to the year.

If you’d like help with winter pruning or want me to take a look at what your garden needs, just drop me a message. January is the perfect time to get it done.

15/01/2026

Let's bust a myth...

Moss doesn’t always mean your lawn is dying. Sometimes it just means your lawn is
 tired. Like some of us in January.

People panic when they see moss creeping across the lawn, like it’s some green villain plotting a takeover. But here’s the truth: moss isn’t the enemy. It’s more like a polite guest who only shows up when the grass is struggling.

Moss thrives where grass can’t — shady corners, compacted soil, poor drainage, low nutrients, or areas that get walked on constantly. It’s not killing your lawn
 it’s simply filling the gaps your grass has given up on.

And here’s the twist most people don’t know:

đŸŒ± Moss can actually create a decent base for new grass.
When you improve the conditions — aerate, overseed, boost the soil, reduce shade — the grass will happily grow through and eventually outcompete the moss. Moss is basically nature’s way of saying, “I’ve got this spot covered until you sort things out.”

So instead of declaring war on moss, think of it as a helpful placeholder. A green Band‑Aid. A soft little cushion keeping the soil protected until you’re ready to revive the lawn properly.

Want lawn advice? Please don't hesitate to contact us. Call: 07955765587

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