Saving water
It's easy to fit a rain saving water butt. Here we show you how and what the benefits are. There are two ways to fit a water butt. The easiest way is to sever a plastic down pipe with a hacksaw and place the butt directly underneath it - an ... [... more]
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Flood damage
In 2007, the UK was once again hit with extreme wet weather. Find out what the experts said after last year's flooding and what you can do to deal with the after-effects of heavy rain in your garden. Severe floods across the country in 2007 ... [... more]
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Mulching plants
Follow our guide to mulching, an essential garden technique. A layer of mulch provides nutrients to plants, keeps in moisture, it forms a barrier against weeds and can help to insulate the roots of vulnerable plants from winter cold. Mulch can ... [... more]
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Cold weather
Nothing typifies the winter as much as snow and a hard frost, creating a sparkling white coating on all your garden plants. Although beautiful to look at, snow and frost can be a major problem for gardeners, damaging plant growth and killing ... [... more]
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Climate warming
Review of the effects of future climate change on British gardens Longer summers and warmer weather might sound like a dream come true, but the effects of climate change are not all good and could have far reaching consequences for our ... [... more]
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Wet weather
Find out how to care your garden in wet conditionshow to care your garden in wet conditions Wet weather is part and parcel of gardening in the UK, but changes to the climate in recent years suggest that heavier and prolonged bouts of rainfall ... [... more]
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Dry weather
Looking after your garden during dry spells, including tips on water conservation Absurd as it may sound, given such high levels of annual rainfall in the UK, the most common cause of plant death is lack of water. By following our guidelines, ... [... more]
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