The joys of spring Early spring in the garden is probably the most longed-for time of the year for most. The weather is naturally unpredictable and…
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If there’s one particular group of plants that people love to despise, it tends to be conifers. Could it be that many of us dismiss the…
We all know that gardens are good for us. The effects of gardening on mind and body have been well-documented in terms of mental and physical…
Joy in the winter garden The start of a new year is the perfect time to review your patch of outdoor space to ensure it fills…
The gift that keeps on giving The season of giving generally represents a time of excessive consumption and shopping for those who participate in festivities. So,…
Seize the opportunity for planting As winter begins to wrap its chilly fingers around the garden, it’s hardly surprising that many people turn inwards and gardening…
Ask anyone who looks after a garden if they would like a high-maintenance outdoor space and the answer will almost definitely be no. So how do…
If you want more time to enjoy your garden, there’s plenty you can do to reduce the maintenance work. Soil Condition Get your soil in good…
Warmth and protection – just what most of us need, plants too – but sadly now that the warmer weather has arrived, plants growing in the…
Now that the weather has well and truly warmed up and you’re spending more time in your garden, you may feel the need to make a…