Advice & Inspiration
Your Garden In August
August is a watershed month in the gardening year, a moment when our gardens reach their peak volume and visual strength before evaporating into the soft airiness of autumn. Read on to find out how to prolong the summer magic for as long as possible.
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How to Create a Tropical Garden
Do you have a penchant for palms, go giddy for gingers or bonkers for bananas? If you like the idea of creating a tropical garden but don’t know where to start, read on for tips from a jungle garden junkie.
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Your Garden in July
There is plenty to be done in the garden during July, but in less of a hurry than before. This leaves time for relaxation, planning and entertaining. Here's what you can be doing outside this month.
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How To Water Wisely
We all know what watering is, but how wisely do we use water in our gardens? In this guide I share tips and techniques for watering successfully and sustainably.
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Your Garden In June
June is soft, romantic and generously perfumed. Gardens are brimming with hollyhocks, lupins, delphiniums, peonies, irises and, of course, roses. Here's how to get the most from your garden this month.
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Simple Summer Rose Care
It's been a vintage year for roses, but how do you keep the show of flowers and healthy foliage going all summer long? Read on for my simple summer rose care tips .....
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Your Garden In May
May is my favourite month. The earth is almost vibrating with energy and all around us life feels new, vital and full of hope. Here's how to make the most of the wonderful opportunities May presents.
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Your Garden In April
My handy guide to help you get the most from your garden between those pesky April showers.
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Six Good Reasons Why You Should Use Wool In Your Garden
Warm, absorbent, and rich in nutrients, wool is the horticultural wonder ingredient rapidly finding its rightful place in our gardens and potting sheds. Here I share six reasons why we should all be using more wool.
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