The Best Time to Build a Pond: A Seasonal Guide
A pond can be a beautiful addition to any garden or yard and can provide a place for fish, amphibians, and reptiles to thrive. The…
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Bees and Space: How Much Do They Need?
Honeybees are essential pollinators of crops and wild plants, but their populations have declined in recent years. One way to help reverse this trend is…
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Plastic Garden Pots Sizes: Does Size Really Matter?
When it comes to plastic garden pots, does size really matter? That's a question that many gardeners have. While there are benefits to both large…
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Do I Need Permission To Build A Pond?
If you've ever sat beside a gurgling river or stream and watched the wildlife coming and going, you will know how much life depends on…
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Plant Problems: Why Does My Lavender Plant Not Smell?
Lavender is a plant known for its relaxing scent, but sometimes your lavender plant may not smell as strong as you would like. There are…
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Natural Deodorants That Actually Work: 5 Options To Try
When you think of natural deodorants, you might envision a weak, watered-down version of the strong and aluminium-based antiperspirants you're used to. Still, there are…
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Pollinators: What Colours Attract Pollinators More?
Pollination is a process that every garden needs. It doesn't matter if you grow flowers, herbs, vegetables, fruit, or anything in between, you won't get…
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Do Gardens Need Shade? 6 DIY Options For Overly Sunny Gardens
This year has seen one of the sunniest years on record. The UK has had a huge drought and hit 40C (104F) for the first…
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Saving Energy At Home: Do Dimming Lights Save Energy?
In case you haven't noticed by now, the UK (and the rest of the world) is in a bit of an energy crisis. The prices…
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Is Raising Chickens Cheaper Than Buying Eggs?
Inexpensive backyard chickens have been gaining popularity in recent years as people look for ways to save money on groceries, but is raising your own…
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