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Many gardeners and smallholders choose not to heat their polytunnels. But if you’re planning on growing throughout the year you will need to provide some heat. The issue of course is that heating a … read more

There are plenty of reasons to plant a hedge. Privacy, marking a boundary, creating a windbreak are just some of the reasons. A hedge will attract wildlife and can even be a security measure. But w … read more

Container gardening is something must gardeners enjoy. Whether you have restricted space, are creating a feature for the patio or seating area, or planting containers around a gravelled drive or do … read more

A common misconception among gardeners is that shrubs are just ornamental plants. In reality, these hardy plants serve many purposes in the home garden: they provide a windbreak and shelter for oth … read more

When it comes to borders home gardeners tend to take one of two approaches: 1 - Carefully plan the plants, colours and structure of the border. 2 - Cheerfully cram in as much as possible, plant … read more