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Making the most of a potting shed
A potting shed can be a useful halfway space between a shed and a greenhouse. Here’s how to get the best from one, and how it fits alongside other growing setups
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The 10 easy things you can do for success sowing in spring
Here are a few simple ideas to help you when starting seeds in pots and trays.
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Jobs for January
Ben Vanheems shares some essential tasks to carry out in your garden and allotment for January.
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Patience, planning and a touch of luck: How lessons from the garden can sharpen your game strategy
Just as a gardener plans, plants and tends a plot with care, a player learns to refine their approach through observation and experience.
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Balancing gardening with enjoyable online breaks
In this busy world, creating a harmonious balance between nurturing your garden and taking refreshing online breaks can greatly enhance your lifestyle.
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VE Day 80: How gardening helped win the Second World War
As Britain marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, gardeners across the country have more reason than ever to reflect on the powerful role their patch of earth once played in a global conflict.
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How to preserve rocket in a freezable pesto
Don’t let that rocket go to waste – preserve it in a tasty pesto!
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Tops tips for tomatoes
The tomato growing season is in full swing. Emma Rawlings offers some advice on keeping your crop growing well and what to look out for.
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How to grow your own Christmas dinner!
Grow your own vegetables for the festive table and turn up the dial on taste! Christmas may feel like a very long way off, but plans for home-grown festive fare start now, says Benedict Vanheems.
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The Joy of Growing Your Own Carrots
There’s something special about plucking a fresh carrot straight from the earth and tasting its crisp, sweet flavour – a taste that only comes from homegrown goodness. Whether you have a sprawling garden or a small allotment, growing your own…
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How to grow your own plant-based protein this Veganuary
Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian or just trying to cut down your meat and dairy intake, how about growing your own plant-based protein?
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Top 10 tips for care of winter veg
Like us all, our veg need a little bit of TLC, no more so than in winter when food is scarce for predators and the weather can be inclement. So here are a few suggestions.
