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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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How to Grow & Prune Rambling Roses: A Complete Guide
While only blooming once a year, rambling roses can be a pretty impressive addition to a garden, giving it a cottage-country look. We’ve got a quick and easy guide on how to grow and prune rambling roses to help you maintain a flourishing and beautiful display of these climbing plants.
Whether you’re looking to add some character to your front
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How & When to Plant Spring Bulbs in the UK
If you're looking ahead to spring and want a garden full of daffodils and hyacinths galore, read through our helpful guide on when to plant spring bulbs in the UK.
Spring is a wonderful time for colourful plants to thrive, especially if you begin planting your bulbs between September and November when the soil is still warm.
Spring-flowering
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What are Plug Plants: A Guide for Beginner Gardeners
Having trouble sowing? Or maybe you simply haven't got the time to focus on sowing seeds from scratch. Don't worry; we have the perfect alternative that could have you raising a full garden with little stress and effort – plug plants!
But, what are plug plants?
To put it plainly, a plug pant is a young plant. Rather than starting from a seed,
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What Size Pot You Need to Grow Tomatoes Healthily
Growing tomatoes at home is one of the easiest and most rewarding veggies you can go for. Knowing what size pots for tomatoes is key to ensuring your crops have enough space to grow happily and healthily – and we’ve got all the answers you need.
Not only do pots and containers save space, but they also make it possible to grow delicious crops
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How to Deadhead Geraniums & Why You Need To
The easiest way to keep your garden looking vibrant and lively is to get your border flowers to bloom multiple times throughout the spring and summer. The easiest way to generate repeat blooms is to learn how to deadhead geraniums.
While these lovely flowers are some of the easiest to plan, they still require some TLC, which includes deadheading
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When to Plant Bedding Plants in the UK (& How to Do It)
Bedding plants are a brilliant way to add colour and life to your garden. But knowing the right time when to plant bedding plants is key to ensure they thrive and bloom to their full potential.
From classic pansies and petunias to vibrant geraniums and marigolds, bedding plants are a very popular and common sight in gardens across the UK. These
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5 Quick Ways to Get Rid of Ants Nests in Your Lawn in the UK
There's nothing more frustrating than seeing ants nesting in your beautiful lawn. Luckily, though, there are some easy ways to get rid of ants nests that should help you restore your lawn to its former glory.
These little insects can quickly multiply if not dealt with, and their nests can cause unsightly browning patches in your lawn. Not to
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