November brings the garden into a quiet yet crucial period as plants settle into dormancy, and houseplants offer a fresh green retreat indoors. With Boma Garden Centre’s selection of outdoor and indoor plants, you can embrace November’s unique tasks to prepare for winter, support wildlife, and make your indoor spaces vibrant with foliage.
1. Tending to Outdoor Plants: Prep for Winter’s Chill
November is a pivotal month to protect outdoor plants from frost. Start by mulching around the bases of your shrubs and perennials. Multi-purpose compost with John Innes is ideal for creating a winter-ready layer that retains soil warmth and moisture.
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Camellia's at Boma Garden Centre |
 Erica at Boma Garden Centre |
• Planting New Additions: With soil still workable, now is a great time to plant Camellias and Erica. These shrubs bring color to the winter months. Camellias bloom in early spring, adding a burst of life to a garden awakening, while Erica’s delicate flowers provide seasonal cheer when few other plants are in bloom.
• Spring Bulbs: There’s still time to plant Packet Spring Bulbs like daffodils, tulips, and crocuses. These bulbs are easy to plant and promise a lively spring display. For a natural look, scatter bulbs freely over beds and borders, planting them at twice the depth of their height. Check out the special offers on Packet Spring Bulbs at Boma during the month of November.
2. Essential Garden Clean-Up
November is all about tidying up fallen leaves, spent foliage, and garden debris. This not only keeps your garden neat but also prevents diseases and pests from overwintering.
• Collect Fallen Leaves: Gather fallen leaves to use as compost or mulch. Leaf mold is rich in organic matter and perfect for garden beds.
• Prune and Protect: Cut back dead or damaged stems on perennials and shrubs, but leave seed heads for wildlife. Birds will appreciate the food source, and the leftover structure can create a lovely winter scene.
3. Wildlife Support: A Helping Hand for Garden Visitors
The cold season is challenging for garden wildlife. Offer a helping hand with these easy steps:
• Bird Feeders and Feed: Installing bird feeders in your garden not only provides food for our feathered friends but also creates a lively atmosphere as they visit. Boma Garden Centre offers a fantastic range of Henry Bell Bird Care products, ensuring you can provide high-quality nutrition for birds all winter long.
Consider options like the Peanuts Bird Feed, which offers high energy, or the Sunflower Hearts Bird Feed, perfect for attracting a variety of species. The Premium Seed Mix is a great all-rounder, containing a balanced selection of seeds to appeal to many birds. For those looking to attract larger birds, Fat Balls are a delightful treat.
When it comes to feeders, Boma stocks everything from squirrel-proof bird feeders to window feeders, allowing you to choose the best fit for your outdoor space. This winter, give the birds a helping hand with Boma’s range of bird care products, and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature right in your backyard.
• Wildlife Habitats: If you have hedgehogs visiting your garden, a small pile of logs or leaves in a quiet corner can provide shelter. Insects can benefit from “bug hotels,” which are easy to make from natural materials.
4. Transition to Indoor Plants: Embracing Green Spaces All Winter
As the colder months set in and outdoor gardening tasks wind down, it’s the perfect time to turn your focus indoors. Houseplants bring vitality to your home, improving air quality and adding warmth to interior spaces. Whether you’re new to houseplants or a seasoned plant enthusiast, Boma Garden Centre’s selection of unique indoor plants is ready to brighten your winter.
Easy-Care Succulents and Air-Purifying Plants
Succulents are an excellent choice for winter, offering structured shapes and minimal care. Their natural ability to store water makes them easy to maintain, especially for those adjusting to indoor plant care.
• Crassula Hemisphaerica and Aeonium Tab Variegata feature bold, geometric foliage that brings sculptural interest to windowsills or shelves with ample light.
• Sansevieria Mikado and Aloe Vera are low-maintenance air-purifying options, requiring very little water and thriving even in low-light spaces.
• Zamioculcas Zam Raven (ZZ Plant) is a striking, almost-black plant that tolerates low light and irregular watering, making it ideal for rooms with little sunlight.
These easy-care plants are not only visually appealing but also work to purify indoor air, offering both aesthetic and health benefits as we spend more time indoors during winter.
Lush Tropical Greenery for a Touch of the Exotic
If you’re craving the feeling of a tropical escape, these plants bring dense foliage and a rich green presence into your home, perfect for creating a natural, indoor oasis.
• Nephrolepis Green Lady (Boston Fern) adds a light, feathery touch that thrives in humid areas like bathrooms. For larger spaces, Howea Forsteriana (Kentia Palm) and Chamaedorea Elegans (Parlour Palm) offer an elegant, arching silhouette that evokes a tropical ambiance.
• Ficus Elastica (Rubber Plant) and Ficus Tineke have broad, glossy leaves that bring a bold statement to any room, while Algaonema Hawkeye and Dieffenbachia add rich green and white variegation for extra color and texture.
These leafy indoor plants are excellent for creating a vibrant, tropical atmosphere. They appreciate moderate light and make for impactful focal points in living rooms, studies, or any area that could use a touch of the exotic.
Colourful and Variegated Foliage for Year-Round Interest
If you enjoy plants with personality, try these varieties that bring an array of colors and patterns to your space. Their bold leaves add instant character and year-round interest, helping to lift the winter gloom.
• Spathiphyllum Sweet Chico (Peace Lily) is known for its deep green foliage and delicate white blooms, while Peperomia Caracas and Fittonia offer intricate, colorful patterns on their leaves, perfect for tabletops or bookshelves.
• Phlebodium Bifurcatum (Blue Star Fern) has uniquely shaped, blue-green fronds that thrive in low light, adding a subtle color contrast to traditional greens.
• Calathea, with its vibrant stripes and patterns, and Pilea Peromioides (Chinese Money Plant) with its round, coin-like leaves, both add charm and intrigue to any room, particularly in low-light spots.
These colorful houseplants are ideal for creating visual interest indoors. They bring texture, color, and a playful touch to your decor, making winter a little brighter.
By introducing these plants into your home, you can effortlessly shift from outdoor garden tasks to creating a thriving indoor garden. For November, Boma Garden Centre is offering special deals on selected indoor plants, compost, and planting essentials. Visit us to explore the best options for brightening your home this winter!
Indoor Plant Care Tips for Winter
As days grow shorter, adjusting your plant care routine will help indoor greenery thrive through winter. With reduced natural light, consider moving plants closer to windows, but avoid placing them directly on windowsills where they may get too cold.
Indoor heating can dry out the air, which can stress plants accustomed to higher humidity. Misting plants regularly—especially ferns and tropical varieties—helps maintain moisture. You can also place a humidifier nearby to keep humidity levels steady.
Be mindful of heaters and radiators, as plants placed too close can suffer from dry, scorched leaves. Keep plants at a safe distance from heat sources to prevent damage.
Water less frequently during winter, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Plants typically need less water as they enter a slower growth phase in winter, and overwatering can lead to root rot.
Finally, hold off on feeding until spring, as most indoor plants are semi-dormant in winter. These simple adjustments will keep your plants healthy, vibrant, and ready to flourish in the warmer months ahead.
5. Essential Winter Planting and Exclusive Ready-to-go Potted Planters at Boma
This month, explore Boma’s range of winter plants that provide structure and interest through the colder months. Some seasonal highlights include:
• Winter-Flowering Plants: Erica, also known as winter heather, adds a splash of pink and purple to outdoor spaces, thriving in pots or rock gardens.
• Structural Greens: Evergreens like Euonymus and Skimmia provide year-round color and make excellent low-maintenance garden choices.
As the colder months set in, outdoor spaces can often appear dull and lifeless. However, introducing outdoor potted plants is an excellent way to infuse immediate color and greenery into your garden, patio, or balcony. Boma Garden Centre offers a vast selection of ready-to-go festive winter planters, perfect for adding vibrancy during autumn, the festive season, and throughout winter.
These planters feature a variety of hardy and evergreen plants that thrive in the UK’s climate, offering year-round interest. For example, the Oxford Evergreen Planter combines Hedera, Skimmia Finchy, and Euonymus Green Spider, creating a rich, textured look. The Ruby Haven Planter brightens up any space with Skimmia Rubella and vibrant red Cyclamen, ideal for festive decor. Another standout, the Westminster Capital Green Planter, filled with Euonymus Green Spider, is a perfect low-maintenance choice for creating a privacy screen.
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Oxford Evergreen Planter exclusively available at Boma Garden Centre |
Ruby Haven Planter exclusively available at Boma Garden Centre |
Westminster Capital Green Planter exclusively available at Boma Garden Centre |
For added convenience, Boma offers delivery within London’s M25 postcodes, making it easier than ever to enhance your outdoor spaces with minimal effort. These potted arrangements are designed to withstand the winter chill, ensuring your outdoor area remains lively and attractive throughout the season.
6. Lawn Care for November
As growth slows, lawns need minimal mowing, but there are a few tasks to keep them in top shape for spring.
• Aerate and Clear Debris: Use a garden fork to aerate compacted areas, allowing roots to breathe. Clear leaves from the lawn to prevent patches of dead grass.
• Repair Patches: Scatter a light layer of compost over bare spots and reseed if necessary, as mild autumn days may still encourage growth before winter sets in.
7. November Deals at Boma Garden Centre
To help prepare for the winter season, Boma Garden Centre offers special deals on Multi-purpose Compost with John Innes, perfect for mulching and potting needs. Stock up on spring bulbs, winter-blooming plants like Camellia and Erica, and our full range of Indoor Ferns to brighten your indoor spaces through the colder months.
Visit Boma Garden Centre for expert advice, seasonal plants, and gardening essentials to keep your garden and home vibrant all winter long. Happy November gardening!
