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The Fir Cone Trick for Houseplants in Winter Plant Pots
Harriet M. Ashford
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If you look closely at your Monstera, your ficus or any other leafy houseplants right now, the issues are often...
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Bicarbonate of Soda in Winter: Stop Moss in Paving Joints
Harriet M. Ashford
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Anyone who spends hours every spring on their knees scraping out paving joints is often making the job harder than...
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Why a Tarp in the Garden Attracts Snakes in Spring
Harriet M. Ashford
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The lawn has just been cut, the garden furniture is out - and somewhere there is still a tarp or...
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Calibrachoa: The Mini Petunia for Overflowing Balcony Boxes and Flower Cascades
Harriet M. Ashford
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Many people picture their balcony lined with thick, cascading curtains of flowers - and then end up with a few...
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Spring garden growth: how property owners risk fines for poor property upkeep
Harriet M. Ashford
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Letting the garden run a little wild in spring can lead to hefty penalties in many towns and villages. The...
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The First Lawn Cut in March: The One-Third Rule for a Denser Spring Lawn
Harriet M. Ashford
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The shift from winter into spring often determines whether your lawn later ends up with gaps, moss and yellow patches...
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Maize Water Fertiliser for Orchids: Reviving Weak Plants Naturally
Harriet M. Ashford
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A humble kitchen leftover can, surprisingly, breathe new life into certain plants. Rather than buying pricey specialist feeds or giving...
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Eight fast-growing fruit trees for a mini orchard
Harriet M. Ashford
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Many hobby gardeners give up in frustration because apples, pears and the like can take ages to crop properly. Yet...
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Upcycling Tin Cans into a Mini Herb Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Many households automatically drop empty tins into the recycling bin. Home gardeners are taking a different approach: they turn these...
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Copper Coin in the Bird Bath: The Cent Trick for Cleaner Water
Harriet M. Ashford
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Across gardening forums, TikTok and Facebook groups, the same suggestion keeps cropping up: if you have a bird bath in...
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St George’s Sword Plant: How Light Changes Its Appearance Indoors and Out
Harriet M. Ashford
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The St George’s sword plant is found in many Brazilian homes because it is hardy and highly adaptable. Despite its...
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Pothos Yellow Leaves: Causes and Fixes
Harriet M. Ashford
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A change in leaf colour on a pothos (often kept as a houseplant) tends to be one of the first...
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How to Make Rosemary Cuttings Without Seeds
Harriet M. Ashford
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Propagating rosemary cuttings without using seeds is an easy, budget-friendly method for anyone who wants to keep this herb close...
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Why Your Succulent Doesn't Flower (and How to Encourage Blooms)
Harriet M. Ashford
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Many people are surprised to find that a succulent doesn't flower even when it is watered regularly and kept in...
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How Bougainvillea Transforms a Sunny Façade
Harriet M. Ashford
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Residential façades take on a whole new character when they are dressed with flowering ornamental plants that have real presence....
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Why the Zamioculca Doesn't Grow: Common Care Mistakes
Harriet M. Ashford
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The zamioculca is widely regarded as a tough, low-maintenance houseplant, yet many growers feel disappointed when it seems to stay...
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Japanese camellia (Camellia japonica) for the terrace: a practical pot guide
Harriet M. Ashford
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The Japanese camellia keeps its leaves glossy and green all year and can flower right in the coldest months. Well...
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How to Care for the Phalaenopsis Orchid Indoors: A Long-Flowering Orchid Guide
Harriet M. Ashford
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Among the many orchid species grown today, the Phalaenopsis orchid has become one of the most common choices for homes...
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Mint, Lavender and Rosemary: Aromatic Plants to Deter Rats from the Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Mint, lavender and rosemary are three aromatic plants recommended to keep rats away from the garden. Their strong scents can...
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Joe-Pye weed (Eutrochium): a nectar-rich plant for pollinators
Harriet M. Ashford
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Turning green spaces into lively refuges starts with choosing plants that genuinely meet the needs of local wildlife. The genus...
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Pothos: When to Repot, Signs of Rootbound Growth, Substrate and Watering
Harriet M. Ashford
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Pothos (devil’s ivy) is one of the most common houseplants found in homes and flats because it copes well with...
