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10 Drought Resistant Plants for British Gardens
June 16th, 2023 | Categories
As our summers become hotter and drier generally, water becomes an ever more precious resource. Regions in the UK – especially the south – are enacting hosepipe bans more often as a result, and that puts much stress on our gardens, from the lawn to the plants, trees, and shrubs we love and have cared […]
Read MoreGreat Perennial Plants for Shady Gardens
June 9th, 2023 | Categories
If you’re looking to add some life and interest to your shady garden, then you’ll be pleased to know that perennial plants are a great choice. A perennial is a plant that lives for more than two years. There are two main types of perennial plants. Herbaceous perennials are those that reach their full height, flower […]
Read MoreSave Money by Growing Your Own Fruit, Veg & Herbs
May 10th, 2023 | Categories
There’s been a lot more discussion lately about self-sufficiency and producing more of our own fruit and vegetables using our gardens and outdoors spaces. It has been a growing trend over recent years but has come to the fore more now because of rising inflation which is pushing up the cost of our food shops. […]
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