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Seeds to Sow for a Fabulously Fragrant Garden

Colour, shape and structure all play vital roles in the design of an attractive garden. However, one other ingredient also needs to be included for a space that pleases all senses. This article describes which seeds to sow to make your garden fragrant.

Seeds to Sow for a Fabulously Fragrant Garden

Informational25 February 2019

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What Makes a Weed? It Depends Who You Ask...

If there's one thing all gardeners have in common, it's their constant fight against weeds. But have you ever stopped to think exactly what a weed is? The answer could be more complicated than you thought.

What Makes a Weed? It Depends Who You Ask...

Informational26 January 2019

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Why You Should Grow from Seed with Kids - and the Best Ways to Get Started Doing It

Gardening is a fun and healthy activity for kids however the benefits go far beyond that- an early interest in gardening teaches many life lessons. This article explains what they are and describes the best ways to start your child's gardening journey.

Why You Should Grow from Seed with Kids - and the Best Ways to Get Started Doing It

Informational31 October 2018

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Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials - Understanding Plant Life Cycles

Annual, biennial, and perennial. These terms describe the life cycle of the plant, and it's important to understand the differences between them when planning your garden. This article explains what you need to know.

Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials - Understanding Plant Life Cycles

Informational28 September 2018

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A Beginner's Guide to Botanical Names: Why They're Important and How They're Used

The Latin names found on seed packets & plant labels aren't there just to make life complicated for gardeners. These botanical names are a vital way of identifying precisely which kind of plant you're dealing with.

A Beginner's Guide to Botanical Names: Why They're Important and How They're Used

Informational11 July 2018

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Thinking of Taking Up Gardening? 8 Convincing Reasons You Should Start Today

Getting started with gardening is perhaps the biggest obstacle to overcome. You might think the amount of knowledge you need is off-putting, but it's not as complicated or difficult as it seems. Here are 8 ways it can bring benefit to your daily life.

Thinking of Taking Up Gardening? 8 Convincing Reasons You Should Start Today

Informational1 May 2018

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A Short History of Carrots - and Why Heritage Varieties Are Making a Comeback

Like all modern vegetables, the carrot is ultimately descended from a wild ancestor, which may not resemble today's version very much at all. Although carrots are of course classed as root vegetables, their modern appearance tends to disguise this truth.

A Short History of Carrots - and Why Heritage Varieties Are Making a Comeback

Informational28 February 2018

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Know Your Seeds- Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Hybrid, GMO

A seed contains the blueprint or instructions to produce a new plant. Traditionally all seeds were open-pollinated. That is; the pollen from the anther entered the stigma and traveled to the ovary. Fertilisation occurred and seeds were formed...

Know Your Seeds- Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Hybrid, GMO

Informational20 April 2017

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Starting an Organic Garden

At first the prospect of starting an organic garden can seem daunting to the novice gardener but once you have a basic understanding of standard terms and techniques, you'll quickly find that going green in your garden is simple, healthy, and fun.

Starting an Organic Garden

Informational1 March 2017

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Tips for a Successful Garden

There are 3 main things that throw people off gardening: money, time and space. However there are ways to remedy all of these and be eating food from your patio in no time. This article shares some great tips to get you started!

Tips for a Successful Garden

Informational21 November 2016

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Container Gardens for Renters

Gardening as a hobby and renting a home don’t always go well together. Vast sunny yards often go to waste with the tenant unable to dig it up and plant a plot. However, all is not lost! Container gardens are the perfect solution!

Container Gardens for Renters

Informational27 August 2016

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5 Learnings from a Greenhorne Green Thumb

Before you think - “There’s no way I can garden!” I’m here to tell you that if I can do it, you totally can too! Here are 5 of my key learning's to help you get started.

5 Learnings from a Greenhorne Green Thumb

Informational23 June 2016

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