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Garden Styles

So, we’ve just entered a new year and we’re stuck in another national lockdown; what else is there to do but focus on our homes and gardens? Everyone needs to stay safe and stay home where ...

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Our Guide to the Ultimate British Cottage Garden

We are all familiar with the billowing froth and whimsy of the cottage garden style but where did it come from, what characterises the style and how can we achieve it? Here is your go to guide!Cottage...

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How to Control Weeds

If there is something that infuriates us all, it would be the incessant nature of weeds. Weeds are a relentless feature in our garden and are rife throughout the height of the growing season, usually ...

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Guide to Growing Summer Bedding Plants

When to plant summer bedding Whilst it’s tempting to start planting out your summer bedding in March or April, be patient gardeners. As summer bedding plants are typically tender or half hardy at ...

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Guide to Growing Houseplants

If you haven’t discovered the joy of houseplants yet, then you’re really missing out. Houseplants are a brilliant way to bring the outdoors in whilst bringing the perfect finishing touch to your ...

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How to Look After Wildlife during Winter

Winter has well and truly arrived here in Britain, with temperatures dropping and sunshine becoming a very distant memory. Whilst we may complain about the cold, this time of year can be particularly ...

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How to Water Effectively

You may think that all your garden plants and shrubs will need watering on a regular basis and they often do, especially in periods of drought and prolonged dry spells. However, some of us may cause ...

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How to Keep Lawns Looking Healthy

It is too easy to neglect your lawns especially during spring and summer months, as there is often much to do within other areas of the garden, especially amongst our flower beds and borders. We ...

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How to Encourage Wildlife

Encouraging wildlife into your garden can provide huge benefits to your plants and to the creatures that roam and settle within it. If your garden is a little short of feathered, furry and winged ...

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