Author: Tony Flanagan

Tony Flanagan is Kitchen Garden’s staff writer. He has been an enthusiastic grower of fruit and veg for many years. His favourite things to grow are peppers (sweet and chllli), tomatoes, herbs and beans. When he is not gardening or not writing about gardening, he is an avid Wolverhampton Wanderers fan. 07587038039 | [email protected]

FREE ORGANIC SEEDS WITH YOUR SHOPPING

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Thanks to a partnership between Garden Organic and Yeo Valley Organic you can grow your own fragrant basil, chives or thyme plants Available May and June 2024, with every 400g tub of Yeo Valley Organic’s Spreadable blend of organic butter and rapeseed oil you will get one packet of herb seeds, with growing instructions. However you can collect all three…
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024: The Bowel Research UK’s Microbiome Garden

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The Bowel Research UK’s Microbiome Garden explores the fascinating link between a healthy landscape, a healthy gut and a healthy mind The Bowel Research UK Microbiome Garden designed by Sid Hill and Chris Hull, explores the fascinating link between a healthy landscape, a healthy gut and a healthy mind, featuring a pioneering edible meadow, which aims to inspire people to…
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PLANT YOUR PANTS

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Today (20th March 2024) The Country Trust is launching its Plant Your Pants soil campaign, asking people to to bury a pair of pants in the soil and dig them up eight weeks later to discover more about the life in the soil.  A survey conducted by ChildWise for education charity The Country Trust has revealed the worrying lack of…
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PRODUCT REVIEW (APRIL 24)

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POTTING TRAY & SHELF Made from recycled polypropylene, this is a large tray which will contain your seed and potting compost. The detachable shelf has three recessed pockets for seeds and potting accessories such as vermiculite, dibber, widger, plant labels and pens. Tray dimensions:  W61 x D55 x H20 cm (W24x D21½ x H8in) MARSHALLS GARDENwww.marshallsgarden.comTEL: 01480 774555PRODUCT CODE: 10909090PRICE:…
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PRODUCT REVIEW (March 24)

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BEST BUY SUPER 7 ELECTRIC PROPAGATOR This Garland Super 7 propagator (13 watt) will provide gentle heat to facilitate germination. It comes with seven mini propagating trays and vented lids so you can sow a range of different seeds on the same heated base. to allow great flexibility in both variety and number of individual seedlings grown. DOBIESwww.dobies.co.ukTEL: 0333 240…
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The veg-growing army battling to protect food security

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All over the UK a brigade of gardeners is helping to grow and preserve historic vegetable varieties to conserve their future – and ours. Concerned about the growth of industrial monocrops, and in the face of climate change and emerging diseases, these volunteer ‘Seed Guardians’ have been tasked with growing heritage seed varieties by Garden Organic’s Heritage Seed Library. The…
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Top winter bird food tips

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As the ground freezes over, the RSPB (The UK’s largest nature conservation charity) is urging people everywhere to spare a thought for Britain’s feathered residents. From the iconic red-breasted robin to the spectacular dove, these fantastic creatures rely on our outdoor spaces for food and shelter — especially during colder months. During the colder months, birds need high-fat, high-energy foods…
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The World on Your Windowsill

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The Royal Horticultural Society is inviting families to uncover the World on Your Windowsill this February half term, with a week of fun family activities at each of the five RHS Gardens. From designing your own pot, to interactive storytelling walks with Garden Detectives, or growing your own Marimo pet, creative half-term events at the gardens are jam-packed with gardening…
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PRODUCT REVIEW: HANDY TOOLS (January 24)

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BEST BUY DARLAC MINI SNIP WITH RUBBER GRIPS These Darlac Mini Snips have stainless steel blades for rust resistance and ergonomic handles with rubber grips. They also have single-handed locking mechanism which can be operated with either the left or right hand. Length of tool: 15cm (6in). GARDENING NATURALLYwww.gardening-naturally.comTEL: 01285 760505PRODUCT CODE: MS002PRICE: £9.99 KG VERDICTThese are an excellent pair…
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