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December Gardening Tips From...

Ooohhhhh …it's nearly here…Christmas! A time for cosy evenings by the fire and...

Looking Out for Hedgehogs...

Hedgehogs are some of the most endearing creatures in our gardens, but winter...

Protecting Your Plants from...

Winter can be a challenging time for gardeners, particularly when wildlife like deer...

Winter Compost: Digging Out...

Winter is an excellent time to dig out your compost heap and spread...
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What type of Tithonia is...

Tithonias (Tithonia rotundifolia and Tithonia diversifolia), commonly...

How to Stop Invasive Bamboo...

Bamboo can be an attractive addition to...

What is Soldier Frass?

What is Soldier Frass? Soldier frass compost is an organic fertilizer made from the excrement (frass) of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae. As these larvae consume organic waste, they break it down into a nutrient-rich byproduct that is high in nitrogen, phosphorus, and beneficial microbes. Benefits of Soldier Frass Compost: Rich in Nutrients – Contains essential plant nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace minerals. Microbial Boost – Encourages beneficial soil microbes, improving soil health. Chitin Content – The frass contains chitin, which can help stimulate plant defenses against pests and diseases. Sustainable...

What’s the Best...

Acers, commonly known as Japanese maples, are renowned for their striking foliage, graceful form, and seasonal color transformations. With their vibrant red, gold, and...

What’s the Best...

Ceanothus, often called California lilac, is a stunning addition to UK gardens, prized for its vibrant blue flowers, fast growth, and evergreen foliage. While...

When should I...

Wisteria, with its cascading clusters of violet, blue, or white flowers, is a favorite climber in UK gardens. However, without proper care, it can...

How to Grow...

Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are iconic summer blooms known for their towering height and striking, cheerful faces. Growing an exceptionally tall sunflower can be a...

How to Grow...

Winter aconites (Eranthis hyemalis) are charming and resilient early bloomers, adorning your garden with a burst of cheerful yellow blooms during the late winter...

Stinging Nettles: The...

Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica) are a common sight in gardens and wild areas, known for their distinctive serrated leaves and, as the name suggests,...

How to grow...

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to grow Crocosmias in the UK Crocosmias, commonly known as montbretia, are vibrant and attractive perennial plants that produce...

How to grow...

Here's a guide on how to grow Verbascum Verbascum, commonly known as mullein, is a genus of flowering plants that includes both biennials and perennials....

How to grow...

Here's a guide on how to grow cardoons in the UK Cardoons (Cynara cardunculus) are large, striking plants related to artichokes. They are grown for...
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