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

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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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Defra Ministers appoint Sir Andrew...

Monday, 22 December 2025 Sir Andrew Steer, a prominent global leader...

Green-tech ends the year on...

Green‑tech is delighted with the success of...

Conservation of Scotland’s rarest moss boosted by Air-Pot® innovation

THE TEAM at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has been able to successfully cultivate one of Scotland’s rarest mosses – Round‑leaved bryum – during ex‑situ conservation trials with the help of Air-Pot® (December 2025). The Air-Pot container’s innovative design, which allows precise water management and oxygenation, has enabled trials of this challenging species to go ahead. Rebecca Drew Galloway, Scottish Native Plant Conservation Horticulturist at RBGE says: “Working with Air-Pot® has proved a brilliant breakthrough for us. Its aerating design can replicate complex natural habitats and support propagation of species previously...
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Disappearing songbirds. The...

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...
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Why Gardeners Should...

As the gardening season gets going, it can be tempting to cram in work even on bank holidays—especially when the weather's fine and the...
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Buying a Van...

Starting or scaling up a gardening business in the UK often means getting your hands on a dependable van. Whether it’s for hauling tools,...
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Robot Mowers Threaten...

Robotic lawn mowers are quietly transforming garden maintenance across the UK, raising growing concerns about the future of thousands of professional gardening jobs. As...
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WHAT DOES IT...

THE TRUE COST OF HIRING: WHAT DOES IT REALLY TAKE TO EMPLOY SOMEONE? Hiring an employee at minimum wage may seem straightforward, but the true...
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April Price Check:...

As the gardening season kicks off on April 1st, self-employed gardeners and landscapers should take a moment to review their prices. With inflation pushing...
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How Van Laws...

For generations, professional gardeners have relied on vans to transport tools, plants, and materials. But in recent years, changes in emissions laws, parking restrictions,...
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New Digital Tax...

From April 2026, the UK government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) scheme will bring big changes for self-employed gardeners...
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Could the UK...

The days of petrol-powered lawnmowers may be numbered, as major manufacturers begin phasing out small engines in response to environmental regulations and shifting consumer...
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How to grow Orchids

How to grow orchids involves understanding the unique needs of these captivating plants....

How to grow Amaryllis

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