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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. As the cold season strips away...

How to Grow Agapanthus in the UK

Agapanthus, also known as African lily, is a striking plant renowned for its clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers held on tall stems. These elegant blooms,...

How to Grow Muscari in the UK

Muscari, commonly known as grape hyacinths, are charming spring-flowering bulbs that bring a burst of colour to UK gardens. Known for their clusters of...

How to Grow Heather in the UK

Heather (Calluna, Erica, and Daboecia species) is a low-maintenance, hardy plant that adds colour and texture to UK gardens year-round. With its vibrant flowers...

How to Grow Bergenia in the UK

Bergenia, often called "Elephant’s Ears" for its large, glossy leaves, is a hardy perennial perfect for UK gardens. Its bold evergreen foliage and clusters...

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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...