August at Moss & Moor: Garden Tips, Houseplant Inspiration & What’s New
31.07.2025
As the garden basks in late summer warmth, it’s the perfect time to get outside and make the most of the season — whether you’re harvesting, trimming, planting or simply enjoying a quiet cuppa among the blooms.
Here’s what we’re loving this August…
Our horticultural expert, Alex, has put together his top Tips to keep your garden looking its best this mONTH:
Collect summer rain in water butts to use during dry spells — your plants will thank you for it later!
Feed tomato plants regularly with a good tomato feed, and water consistently for a healthy harvest.
Mow wildflower meadows to help scatter seeds and encourage next year’s flowers.
Give hedges their final trim of the season, but check carefully for nesting birds first.
Support local wildlife — leave out water and hedgehog food to help fatten up hoglets before hibernation.
Tidy up hanging baskets and containers with regular deadheading, feeding and watering.
Protect ripening fruit like blackberries from birds with netting or fleece.
Pinch out tomato tops so all the plant’s energy goes into ripening the fruits.
Alex’s Gardening Tips for August
aUGUST gardening TiPS of the Season: Smarter Watering
As the summer rolls on, smart watering makes all the difference. Here’s Alex’s advice this season:
💧 Water early or late in the day — when the sun’s not too strong, so less water evaporates.
🌿 Soak deeply, not little and often — this encourages roots to grow downwards where it’s cooler.
🍅 Focus on the base of the plant — avoid splashing the leaves, which can encourage disease.
🪴 Group pots together — they’ll shade each other and reduce water loss.
🌧️ Make the most of summer rain — set up water butts and save every drop!
Need help choosing the right tools? Ask in-store — Alex and the team are happy to recommend the best hoses, watering cans or irrigation kits for your garden size.
August Plants of the Month
Plant of the month
Verbena bonariensis
Chosen by Nigel Eaton
If you’re looking for a plant that brings effortless height, colour and movement to your garden, Verbena bonariensis is one to try. With its delicate lilac flowers dancing on tall, slender stems, it adds a lovely lightness to borders and tall containers — all while flowering from mid-summer well into autumn.
Nigel recommends pairing it with Black Eyed Susie (Thunbergia alata), a fast-growing annual climber with tangerine-orange blooms that weave beautifully through the verbena’s upright stems. The cool lilac and warm orange tones make a stunning late-summer combination.
Why we love it:
🌸 Long-lasting flowers
☀️ Loves a sunny spot
🪴 Perfect for borders and containers
🌿 Pairs beautifully with climbers
Pop into the Potting Shed to pick some up while they’re still in bloom — and ask our team for more late-summer planting ideas!
Houseplant of the month
Calathea
Chosen by David
This month, we’re celebrating the beautiful Calathea, also known as the prayer plant for its habit of moving its leaves throughout the day. With stunning foliage and a tropical feel, it’s a standout addition to any indoor space.
Why we love it:
- Pet friendly
- Air purifying
- Packed with personality
Care tip: Calatheas love a bit of humidity, so place them in kitchens or bathrooms — or boost moisture with regular misting.
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Visit Moss & Moor This August
🌼 Don’t forget: Moor Rewards members enjoy exclusive offers on plants, pots, feeds and more this month. Ask in-store for details or view some of our favourite offers here.