17/07/2024
Why Aren't My Strawberry Plants Producing Fruit?
Q: My strawberries are in their 4th year growing in an outdoor bed; fruit has been very poor this year despite feeding them, what is going wrong?
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When is the Best Time to Water Plants?
Advice on watering plants whether outdoors, in the polytunnel or in containers. Is morning or evening best?
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Organic Gardening
Organic gardening is closely linked to ideas such as sustainability and biodiversity. It emphasises the cyclical, self-sustaining abilities of the natural world.
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A Guide to Polytunnel Irrigation
Irrigation plays a crucial role in the polytunnel, as your indoor crops won't be benefiting from natural rainfall and are more reliant on you.
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Garden Weeding Tips: Annual and Perennial Weeds
Staying on top of weeding makes the task feel less overwhelming.
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09/09/2019
The Extraordinary Migration of the Painted Lady Butterfly
It is thought that record southern temperatures may be driving migrations northwards due to a scarcity of suitable vegetation for the butterfly's caterpillars to feed on.
13/02/2024
Maintaining a Garden Pond
During the summer months water temperatures can rise, which in turn can cause a decrease in oxygen levels.
07/01/2025
How to Make a Garden Pond
Advice on setting up a pond, whether it's designed for fish or wildlife.
