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Gardening inspiration to beat the heat this summer at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Gardens packed with innovative ideas to reduce water use will take centre stage at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival this July as the UK expects another summer of heatwaves.
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A guide to fruitful pollination
David Patch explains the botany behind fruit tree pollination and techniques for success
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8 Activities To Bring The Family Together This Spring
Spring has finally sprung, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to embrace the great outdoors. As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, there’s no better time to plan for some outdoor family bonding time. We’ve got it…
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From Greenhouse to Garden: How to transition your plants to the great outdoors
Plants raised indoors, whether they are edible or ornamental, often need to be acclimatised to the great outdoors gradually, as the cooler temperatures, lower humidity and increased exposure to the elements can all affect young and tender plants.
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42% of Brits are planning to improve their gardens in 2023
Spring is officially here and with daylight saving time kicking in on Sunday, we’re keen to get outside and pay some attention to our gardens!
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April 2023 Edition
In the April issue, you’ll find: KG’s Tony Flanagan tests a range of pea and bean support kits you can use year on year; discover the delights of picking your own outdoor tomatoes, with KG’s deputy editor Emma Rawlings; and Stephanie…
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Last chance for Welsh households to take part in tree giveaway
Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, are urging people to take advantage of the final weekend of the Welsh Government’s tree giveaway, My Tree Our Forest, to help tackle the effects of climate change. Over the past year, households…
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Installing a water butt in your garden
Last year we saw the driest summer on record, which led to hosepipe bans in large parts of the country. With April showers on the way, now may be a good time to install a water butt.
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Recycle coffee cups, egg cartons and lots more, in your vegetable garden!
On Saturday it was Global Recycling Day, a day which aims to recognise and raise awareness of the importance of recycling and encourage people to take action to reduce waste and protect the environment.
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Cornwall Garden Society Spring Flower Show
Dramatic displays of spring flowers and shrubs, exquisite exhibits by leading nurseries and floral artists, and a spectacular slice of horticultural heaven are just some of the features of the Cornwall Garden Society’s 2023 Spring Flower Show to be staged…
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PRODUCT REVIEWS: PEA AND BEAN FRAMES (APRIL 23)
If you’re looking for a pea or bean frame, here is a range of kits that you can use year on year BEST BUYPEA AND BEAN DOMED FRAME Available in three lengths 1.2m (4ft), 1.5m (5ft) and 2m (6½ft), this…
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The Eden Project regenerates ancient Cornish hedges dating back to 1600s
Five hundred trees have been planted this winter at the Eden Project to repair gaps in ancient Cornish hedges dating back as far as the 17th century. The hedges flank the bridleways, public footpaths and field systems of Eden’s Outer…