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Leader Live
14 hours ago
- Business
- Leader Live
Mold: The Olive Tree deli announces 'emotional' closure
The Olive Tree shared the 'heart-breaking' decision to social media this morning, leaving customers devastated by the news. Owner Richard Howells said: "This is a post I've been dreading, but I knew one day would have to do. Our final trading day will be Saturday 5th July. "The decision is very raw and emotional at this stage, but if I'm being honest, it was something we were planning to do at some point this year - we've just brought it a little forward. "It is very much head and heart pulling in different directions. The Olive Tree, High St Mold (Image: Google Maps) "To avoid any rumours or gossip that may be floating around (as we in the shop have been made aware of), the reason for our departure is simple. "Our 10 year lease expires later this year and I did not feel like I had the energy or drive to commit to another extended period of time - especially as I work full time elsewhere. "Once that decision was made it was a question of when and after careful consideration we felt doing this now before we were committed to planning and executing Christmas seemed the most sensible option." (Image: The Olive Tree) The shop opened in May 2016 after Richard's long career in Sainsbury's focusing on food safety compliance. A love and passion for food and engagement inspired the venture to go his own way. The Olive Tree specialises in oils, vinegars, cheese, authentic meats, pastries and coffee, to name a few. Products are locally sourced. The building and business will still belong to the team for the months to come, with 'extended' cheese and wine evenings in the pipeline. Regional Award for Wales for the best Delicatessen in the Farm Shop and Deli Trade Show in 2019 (Image: The Olive Tree) Richard adds: "I will say my goodbyes in the next few weeks, but until then, pop in and see us while you can. Bring any bottles for refill (oils & Vinegars) and enjoy our beautiful products. "We have had big deliveries on cheese, olives and charcuterie over the last few days so there's plenty of reasons to visit. "We would love to see everybody one last time before the doors close. This period of change affects everybody at the Olive Tree." Customers were quick to express their sadness over the decision, with one individual stating: "A big loss to the town but you've done such an amazing job and can't believe it's been 10-years. Here's to new beginnings." MOST READ Another said: "End of an era for Mold and the start of a new one for you. We will never forget your kindness during Covid bringing treats to our door five years ago. "Sure it will be an emotional time for you all and your customers too. You've been such a big part of the community over the last 10 years and your presence will be sorely missed." The final official 'Cheese and Wine' evening at the venue will be held on July 4 with all the details on the team's social media pages.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- General
- Scottish Sun
Homebase shares top 4 tips to keep olive trees healthy this summer & the exact location it needs to be in your garden
AS summer arrives, bringing longer days drenched in sunlight, now is the perfect time to turn your attention to the garden and give your cherished plants the care they deserve. With rising temperatures and brighter skies, your green companions will need a little extra love to truly thrive. 4 Homebase has shared their top gardening tips that'll make your olive tree flourish Credit: Alamy 4 A large pot for the olive tree is vital Credit: TIKTOK 4 They have tips on pruning the trees too Credit: TIKTOK This is especially true for elegant olive trees. While naturally hardy, they flourish best when given some additional nurturing during the balmy summer months. Thankfully, the gardening experts at Homebase have shared their top five tips to help ensure your olive tree stays healthy, vibrant, and thriving all season long. By following their expert advice, you can not only keep your olive tree in top condition but also bring a touch of serene Mediterranean charm to your garden. Taking to their TikTok page, Homebase kicked off their advice with some essential tips: Potting Perfection When choosing a home for your olive tree, always opt for a large pot with excellent drainage. Olive trees hate waterlogged roots, so ensuring proper drainage is key to keeping them happy. Sun-Kissed Bliss These sun-loving trees thrive in full, direct sunlight, so it's vital to position them in a spot that gets plenty of rays throughout the day. I asked ChatGPT how to transform my bedroom in a single step - all I needed was a Homebase buy & now it's like paradise Watering Wisdom Olive trees prefer soil that's lightly moist but never soggy. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so it's important to strike the right balance when hydrating your tree. Strategic Pruning 4 It's all about the location of where the Olive Tree sits in your garden Credit: TIKTOK Early summer is the ideal time for a little light pruning. This allows you to remove any dead or diseased branches and shape the tree beautifully, encouraging healthy growth and maintaining its structure.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- General
- The Irish Sun
Homebase shares top 4 tips to keep olive trees healthy this summer & the exact location it needs to be in your garden
AS summer arrives, bringing longer days drenched in sunlight, now is the perfect time to turn your attention to the garden and give your cherished plants the care they deserve. With 4 Homebase has shared their top gardening tips that'll make your olive tree flourish Credit: Alamy 4 A large pot for the olive tree is vital Credit: TIKTOK 4 They have tips on pruning the trees too Credit: TIKTOK This is especially true for elegant olive trees. While naturally hardy, they flourish best when given some additional nurturing during the balmy summer months. Thankfully, the gardening experts at Homebase have shared their top five tips to help ensure your olive tree stays healthy, vibrant, and thriving all season long. By following their expert advice, you can not only keep your olive tree in top condition but also bring a touch of serene Mediterranean charm to your garden. READ MORE ON GARDENING Taking to their TikTok page, Homebase kicked off their advice with some essential tips: Potting Perfection When choosing a home for your Olive trees hate waterlogged roots, so ensuring proper drainage is key to keeping them happy. Sun-Kissed Bliss These sun-loving trees thrive in full, direct sunlight, so it's vital to position them in a spot that gets plenty of rays throughout the day. Most read in Fabulous I asked ChatGPT how to transform my bedroom in a single step - all I needed was a Homebase buy & now it's like paradise Watering Wisdom Olive trees prefer soil that's lightly moist but never soggy. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so it's important to strike the right balance when hydrating your tree. Strategic Pruning 4 It's all about the location of where the Olive Tree sits in your garden Credit: TIKTOK Early summer is the ideal time for a little light pruning. This allows you to remove any dead or diseased branches and shape the tree beautifully, encouraging healthy growth and maintaining its structure. June gardening jobs The Sun's Gardening Editor, Veronica Lorraine, has shared the tasks you should take this month. Stake out leggy perennials With all the dramatic weather we've been having, it's definitely time to stake out your leggy perennials (the ones that come back every year). Heavy rain and growth spurts, can make them collapse and flop. Picking out the slugs and snails Hopefully as we move into summer they will do less damage as the plants get bigger. The best way is still to go out at night with a head torch to find them. Pick elderflower heads You can use them to make your own cordial, or add to cakes, champagne or even fry them in batter. Get on top of weeds It's around now that weeds really ramp up in the garden, so keep on top of them with hoe-ing - or just the traditional 'on your knees with a hand fork'. Try and avoid chemicals - remember weeds are just plants in the wrong place. Up the mowing You'll need to mow your lawn weekly now - if you've got time, weed it beforehand as once you mow you chop off the leaves and its harder to see them. Check on your tomatoes Your tomato plants will need attention - water, feed and regularly and pinch out the sideshoots. Chelsea Chop There's still time for the Chelsea Chop - plants like Rudbeckia's, Asters, Penstemons, Sedums and other perennials can be cut back by a third to help them get a bit more bushy, and prolong the flowering period. Sort out your tulips If you can be bothered and have space - lift and story your tulip bulbs to ensure colour next Spring. Deadheading your roses Take them down to the first set of healthy leaves - which will ensure more flowers for longer. Enjoy your space Take some time to sit and enjoy your garden or outside space - it's great for your mental health. Even just a few minutes a day can make a big difference.
The Irish Sun
13-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Lidl is selling faux olive trees to add a decorative touch to your home – they're cheapest around & look incredibly real
SHOPPERS are rushing to get their hands on a faux olive tree from Lidl. The budget retailer is offering affordable ways to bring a touch of the Med into your home. Advertisement 5 The Livarno Home Artificial Olive Tree is selling for £20 at Lidl Credit: LIDL The Lidl claims the small tree is a "detailed replica with natural colours". It stands 118cm tall and comes in a pot with an 18cm diameter. Meanwhile, Ikea is selling a 149cm Advertisement Read more on plants "This artificial plant is made of plastic, of which at least 50% comes from recycled materials," the Swedish retailer claims. On the pricier end is Dunelm's version, costing £100. For those after a statement piece, Costco is offering a Advertisement Most read in Fabulous The product description reads: "This exceptionally realistic Olive tree will thrive perfectly anywhere, every season." 5 Lidl's Artificial potted plant, in/outdoor Olive tree costs £25 Credit: ikea 5 Dunelm's Artificial Olive Tree in Woven Basket Plant Pot is priced at £100 Credit: Dunelm 5 Costco's Artificial 6.5ft Olive Tree in French Crock Planter costs £150 Advertisement Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel But if you'd prefer the real thing, you can always plant an olive tree. Though native to the Mediterranean, Sunlight and shelter Olive trees do best in a sunny, sheltered location. They can tolerate intense sunlight and drought. But they typically struggle in extreme cold and high winds. Watering Advertisement Water potted olive trees regularly from mid-March to late October. Water your tree until water comes out of the bottom of the pot. In hot, dry weather, you may need to add more water. Reduce watering for younger trees, and stop watering established trees in the winter. Drainage Ensure your tree has adequate drainage. Pruning Prune the tree back each year to encourage good leaf growth. Winter care Wrap your tree over winter to keep the harsh wind out. Give your tree extra protection if cold snaps are forecast. Fruiting Advertisement Olive trees need at least three months a year of cold weather to flower and fruit. Temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, along with a fluctuation in night and daytime temperatures initiate the fruiting process. 5 Lidl is a German discount retailer Credit: Alamy
The Sun
11-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Cheapest plants to buy now to get your garden ready for summer including Ikea, Lidl and The Range
DOING up your garden makes it better for relaxing, entertaining and can even make your property more valuable. Pretty plants can make all the difference giving colour, attracting wildlife and adding interest to your green areas. 7 If you get carried away, you can end up spending a small fortune on shrubs and plants. However, there are bargains to be had too. So we've looked across the high street shops to find the best priced plants to upgrade your outdoor area this summer... Flamingo trees - The Range, £3.99 7 Flamingo trees are the garden must-have. The striking tree with beautiful pink leaves blooms into colour every year. It's officially known as the Salix Flamingo or the Hakuro-Nishiki willow tree. The Range has the 60cm trees for £14.99 each or you can pick up two for £20. There's also a mini version for £3.99 each or you can get three for £10. Peonies A lovely romantic flower, peonies are a beautiful addition to the garden. When cared for properly, they'll bloom each year. Standby as Lidl is stocking the flowers for a fab price of £7.99. But you'll need to hurry as the plants are only avilable for a limited period. Olive tree - Lidl, £16.99 Olive trees can look fab potted by front doors or on patios. These can be quite pricey and you'd usually be looking at spending £30-40 a pop. However, Lidl currenly has the plants for £16.99 making them a bit of a steal. You'll need to be quick though as the trees aren't a permamnent offering. Once they're gone, they're gone. Bedding plants - GardeningExpress, £1 Add some colour to borders, planters or hanging baskets with cheap and cheerful bedding plants. Online retailer is a fab place to find cheap and cheerful plants often for as little as £1. The retailer does daily deals so keep checking in to see what's available if you don't fancy the offers when you first look. Hydrangeas - Ikea, £8 Hydrangeas are really pretty and will change colour depending on the soil they are in. The plants don't always come cheap, however, if you head to Ikea you can get top value shrubs. A 15cm potted version of the plant is available for £8 or you can get 23cm for £13. Strawberry and tomato plants - B&M, £1.50 7 If you want to try your hand at growing some strawberries this year, B&M is a great place to get your hands on the plants at a decent price. You can buy the plants for £1.50 each or get five for £5. The same deal is also available on tomato plants if you want to branch out and grow more food types. How to find gardening bargains Doing up your garden to enjoy on warm and sunny days needn't cost the earth. Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to get a top deal on items for the garden… You can bag big savings on plants, shrubs and flowers, as well as gardening tools and furniture. Many retailers have flash sales across entire seasonal ranges – often these promotions tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout. Sign up to mailing lists of your favourite brands and you'll be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. Use a price comparison site to search out the best value items. And keep a close eye on the specialbuys at Aldi and middle of Lidl drops which drop a couple of times a week and usually mean great value seasonal items for your outdoor areas. If you are not in a hurry to buy an item, try adding it to the shopping cart online and leaving it for a couple of days. Sometimes big brands will try to tempt you into the sale by offering you a discount. And always check if you can get cashback before paying. It's especially worth using sites such as Topcashback, Quidco and app Jamdoughnut when buying bigger ticket items such as garden furniture as you'll get a nice kickback.
