How to Attract Ladybirds to Your Garden: Top Tips & Tricks

How to Attract Ladybirds to Your Garden: Top Tips & Tricks

These tiny creatures help to control common garden pests such as aphids, providing a natural solution to keeping our plants healthy and thriving. In this article, I will share some tips on attracting these beneficial insects to your garden. By offering these little helpers suitable shelter, food, and water sources, you will support the ladybirds…

Veg To Sow In April

Veg To Sow In April

April is the month when sowing seeds really kicks into high gear, that is, as long as you have a greenhouse, polytunnel, or can sow indoors. It is still a little cold to be sowing outside, and there is always the risk of a late frost, but there are a few hardy seeds you can…

6 Amazing Uses For Coffee Grounds in the Garden

6 Amazing Uses For Coffee Grounds in the Garden

Many gardeners are always looking for natural and sustainable ways to improve their gardens, and using coffee grounds has become increasingly popular for this purpose. With millions of people drinking coffee every day, there’s no shortage of used grounds that can be repurposed for the benefit of your garden. Coffee grounds are rich in nutrients…

5 Great Reasons to Grow Flowers Alongside Your Vegetables
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5 Great Reasons to Grow Flowers Alongside Your Vegetables

There are several reasons why you should consider planting flowers with your vegetables. Let’s have a look at some of my favourite reasons below. 1. Pest Control How Flowers Help Control Pests One of the great benefits of growing flowers with your vegetables is that they can help control pests. Flowers attract beneficial insects and…

How To Grow Swedes: A Step-By-Step Guide for Beginners

How To Grow Swedes: A Step-By-Step Guide for Beginners

Before you start planting, knowing the basics of swede cultivation is crucial. Swedes are best sown directly in the ground, where they will grow, rather than being transplanted. They prefer cool weather and do well in full sun or partial shade. With the right soil preparation, planting technique, and care, you can enjoy a bountiful…

How to Successfully Grow Blackcurrants in Pots: Tips and Tricks
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How to Successfully Grow Blackcurrants in Pots: Tips and Tricks

If you have limited garden space or want to grow blackcurrants in a more controlled environment, growing them in pots is a great option. Blackcurrants are relatively easy to grow in containers and with the right care and attention, you can enjoy lots of juicy and sweet blackcurrants. In this article, we will provide a…

How To Stop Tomato Blossom End Rot Before It Begins!

How To Stop Tomato Blossom End Rot Before It Begins!

Tomato blossom end rot is a common issue that can affect the quality and yield of your tomato harvest. It occurs when developing tomato fruits exhibit a black/brown sunken area at the blossom end, which can ultimately lead to the fruit becoming inedible. Inconsistent watering practices often cause this condition but it is actually a…

How to Grow Raspberries: Easy Steps for a Bountiful Harvest

How to Grow Raspberries: Easy Steps for a Bountiful Harvest

Growing raspberries is a rewarding endeavour for both beginner and experienced gardeners alike. These delicious and nutritious fruits can be enjoyed fresh, used in various recipes, or frozen for future use. By understanding the basic needs of your raspberries, you will achieve a bountiful harvest year after year. Raspberries thrive in areas with full sun…

How To Start Veg Seeds Inside – A Complete Guide

How To Start Veg Seeds Inside – A Complete Guide

Growing your own vegetables can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. One of the key steps to ensuring a successful harvest is starting your vegetable seeds indoors. This process allows gardeners to get a head start on the growing season and protect their young plants from unpredictable early spring weather. Starting vegetable seeds indoors is…

Different Composting Methods: A Comprehensive Guide
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Different Composting Methods: A Comprehensive Guide

Composting is essentially recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich soil for growing fruit, veg and flowers. Several different methods of composting cater to specific needs and locations, such as backyard composting, vermicomposting, and bokashi composting. Hot or cold composting is the most common method for home gardeners, where organic waste is layered in a designated outdoor…

6 Tomato Growing Mistakes to Avoid for a Bountiful Harvest
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6 Tomato Growing Mistakes to Avoid for a Bountiful Harvest

Growing tomatoes can be a gratifying experience, homegrown tomatoes taste so much better than any you would find in a supermarket. However, even experienced gardeners can make mistakes when cultivating these delicious and nutritious plants. To ensure a bountiful harvest, it’s essential to be aware of some common pitfalls and learn how to avoid them….

Using Kitchen Scraps In The Garden – Correctly!

Using Kitchen Scraps In The Garden – Correctly!

Reducing waste and maximising resources is becoming increasingly important in our everyday lives. One simple yet effective way to achieve this is by using kitchen scraps in our gardens for various benefits. Not only does this practice help to recycle waste, but it also provides valuable nutrients and materials for our plants. There are numerous…

10 Beginner Raised Bed Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
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10 Beginner Raised Bed Gardening Mistakes to Avoid

Raised bed gardening has become increasingly popular among gardeners of all experience levels, offering a range of benefits such as improved drainage, soil quality, and ease of maintenance. However, like any gardening method, there are potential pitfalls that beginners may encounter. Avoiding these common mistakes can ensure a more successful and enjoyable gardening experience. In…

What Epsom Salt Can Do For Your Tomatoes & Why You Probably Don’t Need It!

What Epsom Salt Can Do For Your Tomatoes & Why You Probably Don’t Need It!

Epsom salts are one of those things that appear in gardening “hacks” all the time as a sort of fix-all. I try and avoid those clickbait articles and offer genuine advice. And while Epsom salts may be prevalent in hacks, they can genuinely offer a lot for your tomato plants, so let’s have a look…