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Whether you are a garden newbie or an experienced green thumb looking to expand your knowledge, take a look through our blogs for gardening inspiration and advice. From vertical growing to lawn care guides, to how to control pests, there is something for everyone.
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How to improve clay soil for vegetable gardening
How to improve clay soil Most gardeners don’t have the ability to choose the soil they have at their home or allotment and can become […]... -
How to Grow Leeks: A Helpful Guide
How to Grow Leeks Here is a helpful guide on how to grow leeks. If you are looking for a rustic, hearty veg then look […]... -
How to prevent moss on lawns
How to prevent moss in lawns: The Ultimate Guide Most lawn owners, at some point, will have had the displeasure of dealing with moss. The […]... -
Water Butts: The Ultimate Guide
Water Butts: The Ultimate Guide If you’re ready to put the many volumes of rainwater that regularly drains away to good use, it’s time to ... -
How to Build a Bug Hotel in 5 Steps
A bug hotel, also known as a wildlife hotel, is a popular way for gardeners to attracting more wildlife into their garden. There are lots […]... -
How To Clean a Greenhouse In 7 Steps: Greenhouse Cleaning
A greenhouse is the perfect addition for any gardener as it provides a healthy growing environment, shielding plants from extreme weather conditions a... -
Spring Lawn Care: 4 Essential Jobs to Do
Spring Lawn Care: 4 Essential Jobs After months of wet, dull and frosty weather, your lawn will be overdue some much needed TLC. Spring lawn […... -
Growing Tomatoes from Seed: How to Get Started
Growing Tomatoes from Seed Ever bitten into freshly harvested tomato? Anyone that has will tell you nothing beats growing your own. They are fr... -
How To Be A Veganic Gardener: A Beginners Guide
Veganic Gardening A vegan lifestyle has increased exponentially over the last few years, as people switch out animal products for plant-based alternat... -
How Cold Weather Affects Plants
Discover how cold weather and frost can cause irreversible damage to your plants and what gardeners can do to minimise the risk...... -
No-Dig Gardening: The Ultimate Guide
Ultimate Guide to No-Dig Gardening What is it? No-dig gardening is an organic gardening practice that creates an effective and efficient garden. This ... -
8 Reasons Why You Should Start Gardening
Why is everyone obsessed with gardening? What is it that draws people to looking after plants? Well there might be more to it than what […]... -
Lasagne Planting Spring Bulbs: A Step By Step Guide
Lasting Spring Displays Planting spring bulbs is one of the most popular ways for gardeners to ensure that their gardens make a comeback with [... -
7 Vegetables to Grow in the Autumn and Winter Garden
Often overlooked due to cold conditions, the autumn/winter months are actually the perfect time to grow a selection of hardy vegetables that are excep... -
5 Composting Methods Any Gardener Can Try
Do you know your options when it comes to composting? Discover 5 composting methods any gardener can try to fit their style of growing. 5 […]... -
7 Seeds to Sow in August: Fruits, Flowers and Vegetables
Most gardeners are focused on harvesting in August, and rightfully so. From carrots, potatoes and summer squashes, salad leaves, berries and so many o... -
Plant Flowering Stage: How to Improve Plant Growth & Cropping
Other than harvesting, the plant flowering stage is possibly the most anticipated time of a plant’s growth for gardeners. It sets the tone for the [... -
Crop Rotation: A Beginner’s Guide
Crop Rotation – A Beginner’s Guide What is crop rotation? Dating back to the ancient Middle East, farmers would rotate their plants. Th... -
Tips for Growing Aubergines
Tips for Growing Aubergines Despite what most supermarkets have to offer, aubergines, also known as eggplants, come in a great range of shapes, colour... -
A Complete Seaweed Fertiliser Guide
A complete seaweed fertiliser guide covering the frequently asked questions about one of the most popular plant feedings treatments among gardeners. A... -
5 Small Space Gardening Ideas
Having a small gardening space shouldn’t limit your ability to grow. While it’s challenging, all it takes it a little more planning and thought, i... -
Gardening Tips for June
The first month of summer has finally arrived! Your garden is about to enjoy long days filled with sunshine and rising temperatures. Hopefully, you wi... -
Tips for Growing Beetroots
If you’re looking for a versatile veg, beetroot is your crop of choice. Ranging from drinks and dips to salads or stews, it can be […]... -
A Guide to Organic Gardening
A Guide to Organic Gardening How Gardening Affects Modern Life Gardening is a hobby which not only enriches the lives of those who choose to […... -
Gardening Tips for May
The height of spring brings with it the preparations for summer in the vegetable garden. Gardeners begin sowing and planting outdoors with a little mo... -
Common Compost Materials and What To Avoid
When making your own compost it can be quite difficult to know what materials to add to your bin/pile, what needs to be avoided and […]... -
Survive a Hosepipe Ban: Plant Watering Hacks
Survive a Hosepipe Ban with these Plant Watering Hacks What is a hosepipe ban? Millions of households in the UK could be hit with […]... -
Tips for Growing Runner Beans
Runner beans are one of the easiest, if not the easiest vegetables for gardeners to grow. They are the perfect crop for gardeners who like […]... -
5 Ways an Allotment Pond Improves Gardening
Water features such as pond are certainly one of the many ways to make a house feel more like a home. There’s nothing quite like […]... -
13 Essential Tools Used for Gardening
Our friends and gardening tool specialists at Burgon & Ball share their expert knowledge on the must-have tools to help you tackle a range of [&he...