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Turn Tin Cans into a Herb Garden for Your Balcony
Oliver Grant
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More and more amateur gardeners are encouraging people to rethink one common kitchen habit. Rather than immediately binning or recycling...
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What Does a Great Kiskadee Nest in the Garden Mean?
Oliver Grant
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Finding a great kiskadee nest made of twigs in a garden tree will usually catch any resident’s eye. Although the...
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ZZ Plant: The Innovative Species for Flat Balconies
Oliver Grant
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Living in a flat often means finding the right vegetation to decorate an outdoor area without creating everyday inconveniences. An...
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Stabilise a Steep Slope With Plants for Less Than €20 per Square Metre
Oliver Grant
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Many homeowners are frustrated by steep slopes around their property: they look bare, wash away in heavy rain and, if...
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Best Climber for Small Walls That Flowers All Year
Oliver Grant
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Turning an ordinary wall into a vertical garden may seem like a demanding task, but one climber can make it...
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August Pruning for Fruit Trees: An Abundant, Healthy Harvest
Oliver Grant
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Growing productive trees at home calls for targeted winter care to ensure strong development in spring. Pruning at the right...
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Plant Jujube at the End of March: 4 Rules for a Strong Harvest
Oliver Grant
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While many amateur gardeners are still deciding between apples and cherries, an almost forgotten fruit tree is attracting attention. It...
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Saint George’s sword improves sleep quality in the bedroom
Oliver Grant
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Keeping plants in the bedroom can improve sleep quality in a surprising way, changing the feel of the room. Choosing...
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Mowing the Lawn in March: The One-Third Rule for a Healthy Spring Lawn
Oliver Grant
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The first mild weekend of spring often has amateur gardeners itching to get outside: bring out the mower, cut everything...
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Mexico-Inspired Small Garden Ideas for Urban Homes
Oliver Grant
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Creating a green space in an urban home is an excellent way to refresh its surroundings. Bringing inspiration from Mexico...
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Snail Shells in the Garden: A Valuable Resource for Tomatoes, Courgettes and Fruit Trees
Oliver Grant
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Hobby gardeners are throwing away a surprisingly valuable resource. Between the first sowings, delicate young plants and damp garden soil,...
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Rice Water for Phalaenopsis Orchids: How to Use It Safely
Oliver Grant
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Rice water can be reused as a mild homemade fertiliser for Phalaenopsis orchids, provided it is applied sparingly, contains no...
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Weeping Jasmine: Enhance Your Home Entrance Landscaping
Oliver Grant
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Transforming a home’s frontage calls for thoughtful choices that balance visual appeal with practicality. Growing a hardy species in sheltered...
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Build a Scarecrow to Protect Your Garden Harvest
Oliver Grant
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Many gardeners know the same frustration: after weeks of careful tending, the finest fruit is suddenly pecked at, half-eaten or...
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Plants That Love Strong Sun: Best Choices and Care
Oliver Grant
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In many parts of Brazil, powerful sunshine for much of the year is simply part of everyday life. In these...
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Coarse Salt on a Sansevieria: Uses, Care and Home Energy
Oliver Grant
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Sansevieria, commonly known as mother-in-law’s tongue, has become one of the most popular houseplants in urban homes. As well as...
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How to Grow Sweet Strawberries at Home Quickly
Oliver Grant
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Growing sweet strawberries at home is a rewarding activity that requires simple care techniques to speed up production. By focusing...
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Grafting Fruit Trees: Your First Project Made Simple
Oliver Grant
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The old apple tree in the neighbouring garden stands like a forgotten relative: gnarled branches, a few weary fruits and...
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Winter-Flowering Orchids That Brighten Cold Days
Oliver Grant
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During winter, when many species become dormant and lose their vibrancy, certain orchids use the cold as an opportunity to...
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How Grass Clippings Protect Your Residential Garden in Summer
Oliver Grant
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Looking after plants on hot days calls for smart, effective methods to stop the soil from drying out. By recycling...
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Begonia occidentalis Discovered in the Southern Philippines
Oliver Grant
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Scientists have documented a previously unrecognised begonia species in the southern Philippines. This newly described flowering plant is identifiable by...
