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Is your Leylandii going brown?

Leylandii going brown is usually a sign of stress or poor health caused by specific environmental or biological factors. Below are the key reasons...

The Surprising Truth Behind the Smell of Freshly Cut Grass

The scent of freshly cut grass is one of the most recognizable and nostalgic smells of summer. For many, it brings memories of sunny...

When Mushrooms Ruled the Earth

We’re stepping back in time, way back, to a period in Earth’s history when fungi ruled the land. Yes, you heard that right—there was...

The Ginkgo Tree: Living Fossils and Symbols of Resilience

The ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba), often called a "living fossil," is one of the most remarkable plants in the world. With its unique fan-shaped...

Strangler Figs – The Trees That Take Over the World

Have you ever wondered what those incredible, otherworldly trees are that seem to grow right out of the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat or...

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Record show gardens and 90,000 visitors at BBC Gardeners’ World Live

90,000 visitors were spoilt for inspiration at BBC Gardeners’...

How to Improve Clay Soil: Turning Heavy Ground into a Productive Garden

Clay soil is often dreaded by gardeners. It's sticky...

Sprayed Before You Eat It: The UK’s Hidden Use of Glyphosate on Food Crops

Most people know glyphosate as the weedkiller in Roundup...

Seed Wars: How Farmers Lost the Right to Grow Their Own Crops

For thousands of years, farmers saved seeds from their...