Guide to Growing Houseplants

If you haven’t discovered the joy of houseplants yet, then you’re really missing out. Houseplants are a brilliant way to bring the outdoors in whilst bringing the perfect finishing touch to your ...

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how to look after wildlife during winter

Winter has well and truly arrived here in Britain, with temperatures dropping and sunshine becoming a very distant memory. Whilst we may complain about the cold, this time of year can be particularly ...

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how to water effectively

You may think that all your garden plants and shrubs will need watering on a regular basis and they often do, especially in periods of drought and prolonged dry spells. However, some of us may cause ...

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How to apply Mulch

Mulch is often necessary to improve the overall appearance of beds and borders whilst providing additional nutrients to the soil and suppressing those pesky weeds. Here's a quick guide for how to ...

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how to care for Potted Plants

Where you have ordered a plant with the code beginning ‘PT’, you shall receive your chosen variety in 5cm, 7cm or 9cm pots (or larger...stated on product description and order confirmation). ...

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How to Care for Bulbs

Where you have ordered a plant with the code beginning ‘BU’ or ‘CO’, you shall receive your chosen variety in the form of a Bulb or a Corm.Bulbs and Corms come in various sizes - this...

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Jobs for July

Traditionally July is one of the hottest times of the year where we can reap the benefits of our efforts in the garden from dawn until dusk. Most of the jobs will be easy going if you have maintained ...

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Calamondin Orange & Almond Cake

This recipe takes a 1950s favourite and adds that tropical twist that we love. Ingredients: 8 calamondins3 eggs140 caster sugar1/2 teaspoon of baking powder140g ground almondsFor the syrup:6 ...

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How to Make White Chocolate & Coconut Bars

This is the perfect winter desert for those that like something cold and super unique. Your guests will love them. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsweetened flaked coconut2 tablespoons Marcona almonds, ...

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