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Why kale is king & how to grow it
If there had to be a choice between which brassicas to grow Emma Rawlings would choose kale every time. Here she explains why and gives tips on how to grow it.
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PRODUCT REVIEWS: GREENHOUSE SHADING (June 23)
Protect those greenhouse plants from scorching in the summer heat with a range of options from blinds to shading paint to netting BEST BUYSUPERIOR WINDBREAK AND GREENHOUSE SHADE NETTING Made from strong, UV stabilised, monofilament polyethylene this green netting will…
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Brioche French Toast with Rhubarb Compote & Mascarpone Cream
Kick off your weekend with this treat of a breakfast. You can make the compote the day before to save time.
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Kitchen gardens are a gardening priority this year says gardening expert, Huw Richards
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. Following the prolonged wet weather, over half of Brits (53 percent) said they will be focussing on ‘maintaining’ their garden this year, whilst 44 percent will plant and…
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Podcast 130: How to start a new plot with Stephanie Hafferty
Join the team as they chat to no dig expert and KG regular Stephanie Hafferty about starting a new plot from scratch. Steph’s down-to-earth advice and relaxed approach is sure to inspire even the most nervous newcomer to get out…
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New guide for gardeners to go peat-free
The Wildlife Trusts have released a free handbook to help people go peat-free in their gardens and to recognise the importance of peatlands for nature and climate. Last August, the government announced the sale of peat compost to amateur gardeners…
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‘Musical’ plants the talk of the town!
Only Easter Sunday brings more people onto the streets of Milan than the city’s famous Design Week, the Fuorisalone. Over seven days every designer worth their salt vies to showcase the wackiest designs and most glamorous products – but never…
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RHS’s Top 10 beneficial garden species
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has complied a list of the top ten beneficial garden species.
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Book of the week: How to… Grow Your Own Veg
This week’s Kitchen Garden book pick teaches you all about growing your own veg at home.
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Must-have greenhouse features for a successful growing season
There are several integral features and accessories that play a key part in ensuring a successful growing season, such as shelving, shading and ventilation.
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May 2023 Edition
In the May issue, you’ll find: Tony Flanagan looks at netting designed to protect your crops from pests; YouTuber Emma Bailey shows that you don’t need acres to grow tasty crops; and gardening writer Janice Hopper visits the glorious gardens of…
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Podcast 129: April on the KG Veg Patch
Spring has sprung, and the KG team get together to chat about all the things they have been doing on their plots this month. Steve has been sowing peas, Emma loves her outdoor tomatoes and has some handy top tips…
