Autumn sowing

Autumn sowing of hardy flowers and veg directly outside in the garden is a traditional technique that has fallen out of favour in recent years.


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How to grow ornamental grasses

Despite their meteoric rise in popularity, in many ways ornamental grasses remain the unsung heroes of the garden border..


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How to store apples and pears

Growing apples and pears can be very rewarding, but also a bit frustrating. After the trials and tribulations of getting the fruit to maturity, you are then faced with what to do with the bumper crops come harvest time.


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How to renovate your lawn

After a long, active summer of wear and tear, lawns can look a bit threadbare at this time of year, especially if there’s been a period of drought.


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How to wrap up for winter

Plants vary in their ability to survive the winter unscathed. In my garden, I have many borderline-hardy plants that I know will require protection from penetrating frosts and cold winds.


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