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Growing Alstroemeria in the UK

Alstroemeria, commonly known as the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, is a versatile and long-lasting perennial that has become a favourite in...

Disappearing songbirds. The UK’s silent crisis

Once the familiar soundtrack to every morning stroll or afternoon in the garden, the cheerful chorus of the UK’s songbirds is growing quieter. Since...

Bolting

BoltingCategory: Plant Physiology / Growth Disorders Definition:Bolting is the premature production of a flowering stem in plants before the crop has been harvested, typically triggered...

Blotchy Ripening

Definition:Blotchy ripening is a physiological disorder primarily observed in fleshy fruits—most notably in tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum)—where patches of the fruit fail to develop normal...

What to Feed Plants in May

May is a pivotal month in the garden. Plants are shifting from spring growth to summer performance, and feeding them well now can make...

Breaking

French Soaps Launches Iconic Chrome Wall-Mounted Rotating Soap Holders

French Soaps UK is delighted to spotlight the enduring...

Repotting with LECHUZA: Special autumn PON promotion!

As we enjoy the last days of summer and...

Dobbies unveils fourth new-look store in national refurbishment programme

Dobbies Garden Centre in Beaconsfield is the latest store...

SealStop: the clever hose gadget helping households save water 

Helping you seal the gap between water usage and...