OFF WITH THEIR HEADS

Deadhead repeat flowering plants by removing spent flowers through out the summer. Reasons to treat them mean… Makes them stronger: this technique will encourage bushier, stronger growth. More is more: by preventing seed production the plant will redirect its energy into producing more flowers. Bring the beauty indoors: cut the flower buds just as they’re

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WATER WATER WATER…

Watering is essential for the survival of your plants. The main cause of death to outdoor plants is lack of water. Here are some handy tips to save your prize specimens. Is the soil dry? Simply stick your finger (no tools required) a couple centimeters into the soil… if it feels dry, water it! What

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Mulch Glorious Mulch

Possibly the most important job you can do in the garden. So what’s the big deal? Get rid of those weeds: a nice layer of mulch on your flower beds will suppress some of those pesky weeds and make garden maintenance much more fun and save you loads of time. Make the soil nice and

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