How to Make a Log Pile for Wildlife in a Small Garden
Turn a few suitable logs into lasting wildlife habitat. Learn where to put a small log pile, how to build it and why leaving it undisturbed matters.
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How to Grow and Prune Wisteria in the UK
Choose the right wisteria, build a strong framework and follow a clear summer and winter pruning routine, with practical help for plants that will not flower.
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Sowing rocket in September
Make room for one more crop this September. Follow our practical guide to sowing rocket, protecting later sowings and picking fresh autumn leaves.
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Apple Tree Pruning Explained
When, Why and How to Prune Apple Trees in UK Gardens Apple tree pruning is one of the most misunderstood jobs in the garden. Many gardeners know it…
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How to Rebloom a Poinsettia for Next Christmas (A Month by Month Guide)
Reblooming a poinsettia is possible, but it does take commitment. These plants do not naturally turn red again indoors without help. The colour change is triggered by day…
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How to Make, Use and Store Leafmould in the Garden
Leafmould is one of the simplest and most valuable soil improvers you can make at home. Often referred to as gardeners’ gold, it is completely free, easy to…
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Winter Seed Sowing for Early Spring Colour
Get ahead of the season with this simple winter gardening trick… Winter might feel like the quietest time in the garden, but it’s actually one of the best…
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