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3 under-rated fruit and vegetables to grow

There are so many unusual and delicious fruit and veg to grow, and here are three of our favourites.

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Summer Bird Feeding

Learn about benefits of feeding birds in summertime with Myrna Pearman, Mother Nature’s Naturalist and Backyard Birding Expert

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Top 5 alternatives to box hedging

With box hedging under attack from pests and diseases, the search is on to find suitable replacements for our gardens. We have found five of the best alternatives to box hedging.

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What to do with garden waste

This is what to do with garden waste when you are clearing up or clearing out your garden.

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Watering hanging baskets

Plenty of plants for hanging baskets will all need watering, so here are some ideas. 

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7 tips for low maintenance gardens

Here are our top 7 tips on low-maintenance gardening.

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How to grow topiary

Topiary is the art of training plants to take different shapes, and it’s a fascinating way to add your own unique touch to your garden. All you need is patience, a suitable plant and some sharp pruners. Here’s our simple guide to making your own topiary.

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Drip It When It’s Hot with Micro Irrigation

Conserve water and help your plants thrive, even in hot dry weather.

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15 gardening tips for June

Summer’s here and it’s the best time of year to be out in the garden, with flowers blooming, bees buzzing and long days to enjoy it all! Keep your garden looking fabulous this summer with our top 15 gardening tips for June.

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Vertical gardening for balconies

When you’re short on space for a garden, sometimes the only way to go 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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Top 5 climbers to grow

Many climbers can be great to encourage insects for birds and bats to eat plus provide 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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