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Hot weather holiday-care for plants

Hannah Weeks · August 11, 2022

Hot weather holiday-care for plants

Going away for a summer holiday is a the highlight of the year for many of us. But, the promise of a well-deserved break also brings with it worry over how our plants will survive. Here's what I did to keep my plant hydrated when I went on holiday.

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Hannah Weeks · July 11, 2022

How and why to deadhead your plants

A guide to deadheading the flowers in your garden and the reasons why to do it. This is an easy way of keeping your garden looking tidy and it will also extend the flowering period of your plants.

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Choosing supports to grow your sweet pea plants on

Hannah Weeks · April 26, 2022

Choosing supports to grow your sweet pea plants on

An in-depth look at DIY and ready-made supports available to grow your sweet pea plants on.

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Hannah Weeks · March 15, 2022

How to look after your lawn throughout the year

A description of the maintenance required for ornamental and utility lawns, including mowing, scarifying, feeding and pest control.

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Hannah Weeks · February 14, 2022

Types of mulch and how to use them

Mulching is a must-do for all gardeners. It is one of the basic techniques in gardening and landscape design. Learn about different organic and inorganic mulches and when and how to apply them.
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green and white snowdrops in a clump

Hannah Weeks · February 07, 2022

Naturalising snowdrops in your garden

Learn how to grow snowdrops and how to create natural-looking drifts by propagating by division. Naturalising them this way helps to create larger colonies.
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Plant Classification - Gymn...

Do you know the differences between conifers and flowing plants? I am here to help you understand the characteristics of gymnosperms and angiosperm plants, and the differences between these classifications.
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