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Making CompostComposting is a simple, inexpensive way to recycle yard clippings and kitchen waste while enriching your garden with nutrient-rich, homemade fertiliser. - Landscape Design Principles
Landscape Design PrinciplesThese principles guide how we shape and define outdoor spaces, from hardscaping elements like paving and decking to soft landscaping such as plants and water features - Landscape Decking Solutions
Landscape Decking SolutionsAre you considering expanding your outdoor living space as the weather warms up? A new deck can enhance your property, creating an inviting area for entertaining or relaxing, all while adding value and improving indoor-outdoor flow. - The Secrets in the Soil
The Secrets in the SoilHealthy soil is the foundation of a thriving garden. To ensure your plants have the best environment to grow & flourish, here are our top 5 soil tips to improve your garden’s soil health this Spring. - Deter Cats & Dogs
Deter Cats & DogsProtecting your garden from pets and stray animals is easier than you might think, with patience and the right strategies. - Frost Protection
Frost ProtectionAs winter sets in, protecting your plants from frost is essential for a healthy garden come spring. From light frosts to more severe cold, ensuring your plants stay safe through the chilly months. - Fruit Trees - Summer Pruning
Fruit Trees - Summer PruningSummer pruning is a smart and effective way to manage fruit trees in smaller spaces, making it easier to harvest and maintain a healthy garden - How to Graft
How to GraftGrafting is a powerful technique for creating stronger, more fruitful trees by combining the best qualities of two plants. You can enhance plant health and productivity. - Create a Cottage Garden
Create a Cottage GardenThere’s no limit to what you can create in a cottage garden. Start small, choose plants that suit your space, and play with colour and texture to craft a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that will bring joy year after year. - Hanging Baskets
Hanging BasketsWhether short on garden space or looking for a creative way to bring greenery to your apartment, hanging baskets are a stunning and versatile solution. - Water Gardens
Water GardensWhether you start with a simple bowl and a few plants or create a larger container pond with fish, water gardens can enhance your space's visual appeal and ambience. - Growing Seeds & Propagating at Home
Growing Seeds & Propagating at HomeGrowing your own plants is not only fun and rewarding, but it’s also a cost-effective way to expand your garden. Spring is the perfect time to get started with propagation. - Roses
RosesRoses are the quintessential garden favourite, known for their enchanting fragrance and show-stopping blooms. While winter might tempt us to retreat indoors with a warm cuppa, it’s the most crucial season for rose care. - Planting on Banks
Planting on BanksGardening on banks and slopes presents a unique challenge and a rewarding opportunity to create visually stunning and functional landscapes. - Perennials – Divide & Conquer
Perennials – Divide & ConquerDividing your perennials in autumn and winter is a great way to rejuvenate plants, improve their health, and expand your garden. This process helps revitalise older plants, encourages new growth, and gives you more plants to enjoy. - Raised Vegetable Gardens
Raised Vegetable GardensWith so many benefits to raised vegetable gardens, there’s no reason not to start your own. It’s easier than you think, and the reward of fresh, delicious, and healthy vegetables is worth every effort. - Staking Trees Correctly
Staking Trees CorrectlyStaking is important to ensure stability & healthy root development. Staking helps to keep the tree upright, supports growth in windy or exposed areas, and encourages the tree to develop solid roots. - Soil Types Explained
Soil Types ExplainedSoil nourishes plants, providing the vital nutrients, structure, and water they need. Investing in quality soil will pay off— with more flowers, faster growth, and an abundant harvest. - Prune & Train Fruit Trees
Prune & Train Fruit TreesAll fruit trees require training and pruning to develop proper shape and form, yield high-quality fruit, and live significantly longer. Training and pruning should begin from planting. - Protect Your Garden with Popadome
Protect Your Garden with PopadomeAs many gardeners know, finding simple, affordable solutions to protect plants from pests—without resorting to chemicals or complex systems—can be a real challenge. But the solution has arrived! - Preventing Legionnaires Disease
Preventing Legionnaires Disease While many people may not realise the risks, gardeners, especially those handling bagged soil or compost, should be aware of the potential dangers and how to protect themselves. - Plant Health Tonics
Plant Health TonicsAre your plants showing signs of yellowing leaves? Understanding the cause of this yellowing is key to restoring plant health. - The Magic of Neem
The Magic of NeemI often forget to mention the small yet powerful tools that keep my plants healthy. One of my favourites is Neem, a low-cost, organic product that has been a game changer in our garden. - Composting Leaves
Composting LeavesAutumn’s fallen leaves are more than just a seasonal beauty—they can become a valuable resource for your garden! Turning leaves into leafmould creates a rich, sustainable compost - Green/Cover Crops
Green/Cover CropsThese crops play a vital role in maintaining soil health by promoting the growth of beneficial microorganisms like earthworms and preventing soil erosion and compaction, especially during the winter months.
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