News - Page 2: Gardening
Discover expert advice and tips to help you create the garden of your dreams!
In the depths of the winter, the last thing on your mind might be the garden and all the lushness of summer. But now is a wonderful time to plan for the season ahead; to buy seeds, make lists, plan your crop rotation and assess what worked well the previous year and what didn't. Best of all, you can do this from the comfort of your sofa, preferably with a cup of tea or coffee, and a nice biscuit (or three!).
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If New Year's fireworks were a plant, it would be Hamamelis! Commonly known as witch hazel, it features beautiful flowers resembling little fireworks, dazzling in reds, oranges and yellows to give your garden a bit of colour through the winter.
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When making your own compost, there are a few aspects to ensure it breaks down well and becomes the perfect compost for your plants to grow in. Homemade compost is invaluable in the garden, meaning you can use it as a mulch, soil improver, or organic growing medium.
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We are here with our 6 tips for low-maintenance gardens, perfect if you have a busy schedule but still love the outdoors!
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Add a unique touch to your garden by creating your own topiary! All you need is a suitable plant and some sharp secateurs. Find out more about how to create topiary.
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Children are always excited about being in the natural world, feeling awe and curiosity all around. These top five tips to get kids gardening will help to encourage kids in your family or friends to get engaged with growing plants.
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The only way is up! Vertical gardening is ideal for balconies, making use of walls, upright supports and cleverly designed planters to turn even the smallest space into a little green piece of paradise.
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Many climbers can be great for wildlife encouraging insects for birds and bats to eat plus resting and nesting spaces as well. Whichever climber you choose, it is sure to add interest and delight to your garden. Here's our top 5!
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Planting these top 5 drought tolerant plants means they will thrive in dry conditions and longer hot summers which will ultimately mean you can have a low maintenance garden with the environment in mind.
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With lots of sustainable kitchen garden ideas, you may be wondering where to start and what is best for your garden. Here’s some ideas we love for sustainable gardening.
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Want to spruce up your garden without spending a fortune? Follow our top 6 simple tips to give your garden a great low-cost makeover.
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There are numerous benefits to growing houseplants, from cleaning the air of toxins to softening the aesthetics of a room. Houseplants are a joy to have and care for, especially these incredible ones that you may just want to add to your home.
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