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How to Protect Carrots from Carrot Fly
Carrot fly is a bug which lays their eggs in the soil around carrots. The adult carrot fly is approximately 9mm long. Carrot fly larvae hatch and eat their way...
How to Grow Beetroot - from sowing seeds to harvesting
Beetroot is a versatile vegetable that is easy to grow from seed. Not only can you eat the beets themselves buy you can also eat the leaves in the same...
Why is Vigoroot Fabric Something Every Gardener Needs?
If you're serious about gardening and haven't come across Vigoroot fabric yet, you're in for a treat. It’s a clever, breathable material designed specifically for growing plants in containers. Click...
Growing Swiss Chard in the UK: A Gardener's Guide
Swiss chard is a versatile vegetable that is easy to grow and can still be planted right up until September if you have the right spot for it. Read on...
Your Ultimate Guide to Pruning Tomato Plants
Pruning tomato plants is key to growing a large crop so read on to discover why it is important to prune tomatoes, the tools you need and how to do...
Garden Pests : How to prevent & treat Red Spider Mite
Contrary to their name Red spider mites are not red for most of the year. Click though to discover how to identify this common garden pest and what signs to...
9 Companion Plants to Grow with Cucumber Plants (and 3 to AVOID!)
Companion Planting is key to successfully growing cucumber plants from seed. In our latest blog you can discover 9 plants to plant alongside your cucumbers and 3 you should avoid.
Sustainable watering: How to Conserve Water in the Vegetable Garden
Here is your road map to dealing with a hose pipe ban. Discover how to water your vegetable garden in a sustainable way. To conserve water but still growing vegetables. ...
Top 5 Edible Flowers You Can Grow in Containers
Gardening isn’t just about growing vegetables and herbs; edible flowers are a delightful and colourful addition to your garden. They not only beautify your space and attract pollinators but also...
Growing Apple Trees from a Pip - your Quick Guide
Your quick 5 Step guide to planting apples from seeds or pips. Growing your own apple tree is easy - discover how to grwo an apple tree here.
5 Things You Need to Know Before You Plant Tomatoes Outside
Thinking of growing tomatoes outdoors this year? Discover the 5 essential things you must know before planting tomato plants outside in the UK. From the best time to plant tomatoes,...
Why Buy Flowers This Mother’s Day When You Can Grow Them Instead?
5 Mothers Day Gifts for the gardener in your life. This Mothering Sunday show your appreciation by getting your mum the perfect gardening gift. Check out our Mother's Day Gift...