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Planting Potatoes in April: 5 Simple Steps for an Earlier Harvest
Harriet M. Ashford
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In April, the vegetable garden really gets going: the seed potatoes are ready, and the same questions come up every...
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The Rarest Succulent for a Balcony Pot: Haworthia cooperi
Harriet M. Ashford
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The rarest succulent to grow in a pot on a balcony is Haworthia cooperi, best known for its translucent leaves...
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Toilet paper rolls in the garden: a simple way to protect seedlings and feed the compost
Harriet M. Ashford
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At first glance it almost looks like a prank: grey cardboard tubes standing upright in the bed, right amongst the...
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Oriental hellebore: the winter-flowering rose for a smarter front door
Harriet M. Ashford
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In the middle of a grey, biting February, a front entrance can suddenly look as though it belongs in an...
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Slugs in the garden: the evening watering-can routine that really helps
Harriet M. Ashford
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The evening air hangs damp and mild over the garden when the first slugs slide out of the shadows like...
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Stone Circle Around Garden Trees for Modern Landscaping
Harriet M. Ashford
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Keeping a back garden looking its best takes steady effort from anyone who enjoys home gardening. Laying decorative stones around...
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Tecomaria ‘Cape Town Orange’: the compact shrub with glowing orange flowers
Harriet M. Ashford
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There is, however, a way to keep the garden glowing with colour for months. Many keen gardeners know the dilemma:...
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Columnar Fruit Trees for Small Balconies
Harriet M. Ashford
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Living right in the city often means you have no more than a narrow balcony or a few square metres...
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Rose pruning in spring: the simple professional trick that makes the difference
Harriet M. Ashford
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Many amateur gardeners damage their roses with well‑intentioned pruning - yet one straightforward professional trick in spring makes all the...
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Home Composting: Turn Fruit Peels into Organic Fertiliser for Your Potted Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Keeping a home veg patch means daily care and making the most of plant-based leftovers. Turning fruit peels into fertiliser...
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Asian Secret for Humidity Control to Keep Orchid Flowering Indoors Longer
Harriet M. Ashford
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Keeping flowering lush and long-lasting indoors can feel like a real test for anyone who loves growing plants at home....
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When to Plant Potatoes: Finding the Right Time
Harriet M. Ashford
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Between the date printed on the seed-potato bag, well-meant advice from next door and the lunar calendar, it’s easy for...
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Why the House Sparrow Is a Vital Garden Ally
Harriet M. Ashford
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When the first buds open, the sun starts to warm things up again and birdsong grows louder, many people feel...
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Companion Planting Under Fruit Trees for a Healthier Orchard
Harriet M. Ashford
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The ground beneath fruit trees is often left bare or ends up covered only with soil and dry leaves. Yet,...
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Hanging plants in water: how to grow houseplants without soil
Harriet M. Ashford
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Not every houseplant needs a pot of compost to thrive. Some varieties will happily form roots straight in water and...
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Orange Peels as a Natural Insecticide for Potted Plants
Harriet M. Ashford
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Growing vegetables in flats or in tight urban spaces calls for smart, low-impact ways to keep leaves healthy without harming...
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Zen Gardens and Low-Maintenance Modern Landscaping with Decorative Stones
Harriet M. Ashford
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The search for serenity in city homes has fuelled a striking trend in contemporary residential landscaping across several major capitals....
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Oleander: Spring Pruning for a Longer Summer Flowering Display
Harriet M. Ashford
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Oleander is a dream shrub for anyone who wants a touch of Mediterranean holiday atmosphere on the patio or balcony....
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Yeast Fertiliser for Strawberries: Bigger, More Flavourful Fruit from Your Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Strawberries grown in your own garden often taste better than supermarket fruit, yet they can still turn out small and...
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Lantana: the honey-scented flower for a colourful balcony
Harriet M. Ashford
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Choosing a plant for a balcony usually comes down to colour, fragrance and how easy it is to look after....
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How to Reuse Long-life Milk Cartons in the Garden
Harriet M. Ashford
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Long-life milk cartons often go straight in the bin once they’re empty, yet they can be turned into genuinely useful...
