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Best Dwarf Apricot Trees Varieties
If you love fresh fruit but have little space in your garden or balcony, then dwarf apricot trees are for you. There are a number of dwarf apricot tree varieties that can be potted, adding colour, fresh apricots and some...
Roses are considered the symbol of love as they emit a radiant elegance and beauty. If your garden is in need of a beautiful splash of colour, roses will always be the recommended flower as there are a variety of...
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When it comes to adding vertical interest to a garden, climbing plants are a must-have, scrambling upward along trellises and fences. Gardeners in frost-prone areas need not miss out on adding these beauties to their garden - read on for...
Is your local area prone to frost in winter and early spring? If so, don’t stress - it need not spell doom for your gardening efforts. Plenty of plants are able to tolerate subzero temperatures, and there are actions you...
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What You Need to Know About Nitrogen Deficiency in Plants
What is nitrogen? Nitrogen is a colourless and odourless gas that can be found in all living things, including plants. In plants, Nitrogen is found within enzymes also known as chlorophyll, and is actively involved in how a plant metabolises...
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Colourful Foliage Plants For Your Garden
We all love a splash of colour in the garden. While we tend to think of flowers as the main means of achieving this, they actually have some stiff competition in the colour stakes - foliage can be just as...
Flowering bulbs are a fantastic addition to garden beds, in drifts under trees, and grouped in pots or containers. Their spectacular blooms are unbeatable for form and colour, and many are delightfully fragrant. Whether you’re leaving your bulbs to naturalise...
Easy Flowers to Grow in Autumn
While spring might get more accolades for its flowers than any other season, the fact is that autumn is where it all begins. Whether from bulbs or seeds, many spring stunners go in the ground before winter, with some even...
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Are Homegrown Vegetables More Nutritious?
It’s no secret that homegrown veggies just taste better than store-bought. Whether you’re trying out a few salad greens or a committed urban farmer, nothing beats biting into homegrown produce. The question is, are there any nutritional benefits to growing...