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The Rise of the Forests

Chapter 2: The Rise of the Forests As plants continued their conquest of land, they began to reshape Earth's landscapes on a grand scale. From...

The Origin of Plants

Chapter 1: The Origins of Plants In the beginning, there was no green. For billions of years, Earth was a barren, rocky sphere, its surface...

Male Asparagus or Female Asparagus : What’s best?

Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a dioecious plant, meaning it produces male and female flowers on separate plants. Understanding the differences between male and female...

How to Grow Tomatoes in the UK: A Comprehensive Guide

Tomatoes are one of the most rewarding crops to grow in the UK, providing fresh, delicious fruits that are perfect for salads, sauces, and...

Green Alkanet: A Persistent Garden Escapee with Historical Roots

Green alkanet (Pentaglottis sempervirens), a perennial plant belonging to the borage family, is both admired for its vibrant blue flowers and lamented for its...

Breaking

Spend Autumn at award winning Cotswold Farm Park with the popular Pumpkin Patch

his October, the annual Pumpkin Patch is returning to...

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...