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Apple Scab

Apple Scab (Venturia inaequalis) OverviewApple scab is a fungal disease caused by Venturia inaequalis, affecting apple (Malus domestica) and crabapple (Malus spp.) trees. It is...

The History of Garden Mazes and Labyrinths – And How to Create One in Your Own Garden

Garden mazes and labyrinths have a long and fascinating history, appearing in ancient myths, religious sites, and grand estates across Europe. While they were...

Tulip (Tulipa spp.) Grow Guide

Tulip (Tulipa spp.) Grow Guide Overview:Tulips are spring-flowering bulbs known for their vibrant colors and elegant shapes. Native to Central Asia, they thrive in temperate...

Apple Powdery Mildew

Apple Powdery Mildew (Podosphaera leucotricha) Taxonomy: Kingdom: Fungi Phylum: Ascomycota Class: Leotiomycetes Order: Erysiphales Family: Erysiphaceae Genus: Podosphaera Species: P. leucotricha Description: Apple powdery mildew (Podosphaera leucotricha) is a fungal pathogen that affects apple...

Apple Blossom Weevil

Apple Blossom Weevil (Anthonomus pomorum) Taxonomy: Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Insecta Order: Coleoptera Family: Curculionidae Genus: Anthonomus Species: A. pomorum Description: The Apple Blossom Weevil (Anthonomus pomorum) is a small, reddish-brown beetle belonging...

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Deck the halls at Dobbies’ Christmas Launch Weekend

Christmas has come early as Dobbies Garden Centres kicks...

Six Guinness World Records awarded in CANNA UK National Giant Vegetables Competition at Malvern Autumn Show

Malvern Autumn Show, in association with Westons, will welcome...

The Greenfingers Charity opens new garden at Chestnut Tree House Hospice in Arundel

The Greenfingers Charity is delighted to announce the official...