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WM James Gardening Blog
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How to Prepare Soil for Planting in Your Garden or Allotment
Learn how to prepare soil for planting to ensure your plants thrive in their growing conditions. Successful growth is all in the prep! Product recommendations included.
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How to Train Climbing Plants: Steps to Follow (With Extra Tips on Pruning)
With our guide on how to train climbing plants, you’ll be well on your way to creating a beautiful and thriving display.
While it might seem tricky at first, training climbing plants is actually a fairly easy (and enjoyable!) process. You don’t have to be Alan Titchmarsh to master it — all you need is a few simple steps and the right tools
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How to Get Rid of Bindweed: A Quick & Simple Guide
Are you struggling to remove bindweed from your garden? Is it ruining your beautiful arrangement of flowers or selection of tasty veggies? Our guide will walk you through how to get rid of bindweed quickly and easily, so you can enjoy a weed-free garden once again!
As a perennial weed, bindweed is one of the most pesky and persistent plants that
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Top 10 Gardening Jobs for March: 2025 Edition
After a long, cold, and frosty winter, March is finally here, which brings with it spring, the season of new beginnings (and new plants)! If you're like us and can't wait to get back into your garden but have no idea where to start, here's our top 10 gardening jobs for March.
In This Guide:
Your March Garden Checklist
1) Plant Bare-Root Trees
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How to Get Rid of Patio Weeds: Easy DIY Solutions
If you love sitting out on your patio but get distracted by ugly weeds every time, this is your sign to address the problem once and for all. We're going to tell you exactly how to get rid of patio weeds without damaging your landscape along the way.
In This Guide:
The Problem With Patio Weeds
5 DIY Methods for Killing Weeds Organically
#1
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The Ultimate Guide to Growing Root Vegetables: Tips & Tricks for a Successful Harvest
If you're new to gardening or haven't yet dipped your toes into the world of root veggie growing, stop here. Let us convince you that growing root vegetables is a great way to improve your gardening skills and get familiar with the processes.
WM James will give you information, advice, and tips on growing root veggies in your garden, allotment, or
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How to Get Rid of Blackfly: Tips on Protecting Your Plants From Aphids
Have you noticed any deformities in your plants recently? Are they not growing as well as usual? Or, have you been seeing ants climbing up and down your crops? That sounds like it could be blackfly. If you want to learn how to get rid of blackfly, WM James has some tips to help you.
Rest assured, your plants are in safe hands.
So, if you're not
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How to Grow Blueberries from Seed in 8 Simple Steps
Thinking about dabbling in home-grown fruit? Blueberries are a great choice for UK gardeners! If you want to know how to grow blueberries so they’re plump and delicious, our guide has everything you need.
Not only do blueberries add some diversity to our diets, but the shrub itself is actually a lovely addition to your garden. From the foliage
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How to Prune Buddleia: A Step-By-Step Guide
Have you been neglecting your buddleia? Or perhaps it’s your first time growing this beautiful plant? Our easy step-by-step guide on how to prune buddleia will show you just how simple it is to keep your buddleia looking its best.
If you’ve let your butterfly bush run a little riot, you’ll notice it doesn’t look as neat as those nicely
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How to Grow Beetroot At Home: From Seed to Harvest
Beetroots are among the easiest vegetables to grow in your garden, and the rewards are unmatched. If you, too, want to join in on the fun and grow your own delicious beets, here's a step-by-step guide on how to grow beetroot from seed to harvest.
Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, beets are deliciously sweet in flavour and are great in a
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