Frequently asked questions

If you choose any of our ‘Evolve' packages, you will receive perennial plants in 9cm pots. Perennials mainly die back every Winter, but return back stronger in Spring year after year. We have allowed for an average of 11-13 plants per square metre to ensure your scheme will look well established quickly. If you choose any of our ‘Establish' packages, you will receive a mix of perennial plants of varying size from 9cm – 5L pots. We include year round evergreen shrubs and grasses, which extend the 'Season of Interest', into the colder months. We have allowed for an average of 9-11 plants per square metre. Please see the 'Plant Growth' (https://growthelook.co.uk/video-hub#plantgrowth)video on our Video Hub page for more detailed information about plant growth.

The best time to plant is typically March-late October/early November. These seasons offer mild temperatures and more consistent rainfall, which help plants establish strong root systems before facing summer heat or winter cold. While some plants can be planted year-round, we always advise planting during these optimal windows for a higher probability of success. Orders outside of these months will typically be delivered within the recommended planting dates - we will keep you informed. ​​​

The core principles are to prepare your soil well by digging it over and remove weeds prior to planting. Include lots of compost (at least one 30L sack per square metre) and water well on planting. We recommend that you ideally water the plants well every day for at least 2 weeks, particularly when no rain is forecast and during dry periods. Watering is best in the morning or evening to prevent scorching. Ideally carry on watering daily until the plants are well established and growing well. In terms of ongoing maintenance, we recommend adding a plant feed (seaweed based liquid feeds are excellent) in Spring as the plants re-establish following winter dormancy. It is also good practice to remove dead leaves, stalk and dead material in early Spring to allow for new growth to establish.