The National Trust's annual flower count suggests that spring 2011 may be breaking earlier than last. They have noted a 17 per cent increase in the number of flowering plants in the National Trust …
Carrots for healthy eyes
Carrots are full of powerful antioxidants that help maintain healthy eyes and vision. As we get older, the muscles of the eye weaken and the lenses harden. Whilst ageing is …
Garden Friendly Insect House
Build your own garden friendly insect and animal house from a few simple bits and pieces and even recycled household items. Insects and animals will readily use man made structures to hibernate …
Kew & The Times, Important Plants at Chelsea
Kew Gardens have reported that they will be working in partnership with The Times to create their Chelsea 2011 show garden. Chelsea gold medallist, Marcus Barnett has designed a theme named "Eureka …
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Spring is nearly here!
Isn't it amazing how a little bit of sunshine and a mild late winter day can uplift a gardener's spirits. In two weeks, we have gone from -15 degrees celcius to a balmy 5 degrees, that's a 20 …
Easy grow cut flowers
Hardy annuals are an economical way to grow flowers for cutting and we have selected a range that can be sown direct and are easy to grow. Creating a stunning cut flower garden does not …




