Mental Health - Why Gardening helps with Depression
Gardening has long been celebrated as a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and it turns out that getting our hands in the soil can do...
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April Planting: Fruit and vegetables to plant in April
April is a busy time of year for growing vegetables in the UK with lots of seeds, sown earlier in the year, now needing to be transplanted and others to...
All you need to know to Grow Wasabi in the UK
Can wasabi be grown in the UK? Whilst it may not be possible to achieve exactly the same results as natively grown wasabi, it is possible to grow it in...
The best way to grow Onions from sets at home
Onions are easy to grow from baby onions; otherwise known as sets. It is also possible to grow them from seed which is very cost effective if you use a...
What is Garden Fleece and Why do I need it?
The correct plant protection can help you continue growing all winter long, or simply extend your growing season so that you can start growing earlier in the year. Find out...
How to Care for your Apple Trees in the UK
How to Care for Apple Trees Caring for apple trees involves regular watering, feeding, mulching, and pruning to maintain a healthy tree and encourage fruit production. Caring for New Apple...
How to Grow Asparagus from Seeds or Crowns in the UK
You have to be patient to grow asparagus from crowns and even more patient to grow asparagus from seed. But both are definitely worth the effort. Read on to discover...
Product Bite: Victorian Bell Cloches - plant protection
Victorian Bell Cloches are garden cloches that cover individual plants and protect them from frost, heavy rain, harsh winds and pests. The cloches have adjustable air vents which offer temperature...
How to Grow Apples from Seed
Can I grow an Apple from seed? Ever eaten an apple and wondered how to grow an apple tree? Or pondered whether you could plant the pips and grow your own...
How to Choose & Plant Apple Trees
Do you need more than one apple tree in your garden for pollination? What variety of apple tree is best for you? Read on to find out all the questions...
How to grow your own pear tree from seed
Growing a pear tree from seed is possible, isn’t difficult and can be very rewarding if you have the patience as it takes time and care for a fruit tree...
How to Grow Gooseberry Plants in the UK
Gooseberries, with their deliciously tangy taste, have been a garden favourite for generations. Whether you’re planning to grow gooseberries for making jam, desserts, or eating them fresh, a gooseberry bush...