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Protecting Your Plants from Deer and Rabbit Damage During Winter

Winter can be a challenging time for gardeners, particularly when wildlife like deer and rabbits are seeking food....

Winter Compost: Digging Out and Spreading for Healthy Garden Borders

Winter is an excellent time to dig out your compost heap and spread the rich, organic material on...

Growing Onions in December: A Guide for UK Gardeners

While December isn’t the traditional growing season for onions, it’s still possible to start your onion-growing journey during the winter months. Whether you’re aiming to plant overwintering varieties or...

How to Assess Tree Safety For High Winds

Trees are a vital part of any garden, providing beauty, shade, and habitats for wildlife. However, during high winds, they can pose a hazard if they’re not structurally sound....

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How to Keep Your Pond Ice Free

Winter poses unique challenges for garden ponds in the UK, as freezing temperatures can threaten aquatic life and...

Leave your Sedum stems in December!

In December, Sedum spectabile requires minimal care and is best left undisturbed. Here’s why: Don’t Be Tempted to Cut...

What to Do with Amaryllis in December

Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a beloved plant for its stunning, trumpet-shaped flowers, often seen as a centerpiece during the...

Do not walk on frosty lawns

Walking on a frosty lawn can significantly damage it due to the nature of how frost affects grass...

Protect Musa basjoo Bananas

Musa basjoo, also known as the hardy banana, is...

Prepare Cannas for winter

While all cannas benefit from winter protection in the...

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Growing Water Lilies in the UK: Varieties, Care, Colours, and Pond Tips

Water lilies are one of the most elegant additions to any pond, bringing vibrant color, shade, and a...

The Secret Gardeners: Pollinators of the UK

Welcome back to Local Gardener, where we dig into the intricate relationships between nature and humanity. Today we’re...

How do you Look After Ensete Bananas Over Winter in the UK?

Ensete bananas, particularly Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii', also known as the Abyssinian banana, are prized for their striking, tropical...

What’s the Easiest Hibiscus to Grow in the UK?

Hibiscus plants are renowned for their stunning, showy flowers that bring a tropical flair to gardens. While many...

How to secure a Polytunnel in a Windy Area?

Polytunnels are fantastic for extending the growing season, providing shelter for plants, and creating a controlled environment for...

What’s the Best Time to Plant Out Seedlings? A Guide for UK Gardeners

Planting out seedlings at the right time is crucial for ensuring healthy, thriving plants. If transplanted too early,...

What’s the Best Acer for a Small Garden?

Acers, commonly known as Japanese maples, are renowned for their striking foliage, graceful form, and seasonal color transformations....

What’s the Best Ceanothus for a UK Garden?

Ceanothus, often called California lilac, is a stunning addition to UK gardens, prized for its vibrant blue flowers,...

When should I prune my Wisteria?

Wisteria, with its cascading clusters of violet, blue, or white flowers, is a favorite climber in UK gardens....

How to Grow the Tallest Sunflower?

Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are iconic summer blooms known for their towering height and striking, cheerful faces. Growing an...

How to Grow Winter Aconites

Winter aconites (Eranthis hyemalis) are charming and resilient early bloomers, adorning your garden with a burst of cheerful...

Stinging Nettles: The Double-Edged Sword in Your Garden

Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica) are a common sight in gardens and wild areas, known for their distinctive serrated...

PLANT CULTURE

The History of Tea: From Leaf to Cup

Welcome to Local Gardener. In this episode we steep your curiosity in the rich culture and history of tea. Today we’re exploring the different types of tea plants, their fascinating...

The Vanishing Cabbage Tree

Welcome to where we delve into the untold stories of nature’s hidden histories. Today’s episode takes us to...

The Ensete Banana: Africa’s Lifeline

Welcome to Local Gardener where today we explore the untold story of one of the world’s most essential...

Papyrus: Unearthing the Plant That Shaped Civilization

Welcome to Local gardener, the podcast where we investigate the plants that have left their mark on history....

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