What and how to mulch plants
For beginner gardeners we describe why it's good to mulch plants and what organic materials are available. . A mulch is a substance (e.g. bark or black plastic) which is applied to the surface of soil. The reduce the loss of water considerably ... [... more]
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Salvia patens 'Cambridge Blue'
In the warmest gardens, this Mexican species is a fine perennial, dying down in autumn and usually protected with a mulch of bark against winter frosts. Elsewhere it has often been grown as a greenhouse pot plant, and makes an impressive shrubby ... [... more]
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McCulloch M7053D 53cm 3 in 1 Petrol Rotary Mower.
 Features 3 in 1 cut system cut, mulch and side discharge.190cc Briggs/Stratton engine.53cm metal blade width.5 cutting heights - from 25 to 80mm71 litres grass box capacity.Fully assembled.Suitable for large sized gardens. Weight 43kg. [... more]
£391.49
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Flymo Multimo 360XC.
Electric rotary. 1500 watt. Metal blades. Blade width 36cm. 5 grass cutting heights from 20mm to 70mm. 40 litre grass collection box. Includes rollers. 3-in-1 system cuts, collects and compacts.Cut and Mulch and cut and rear discharge.Rear roller for [... more]
£127.19
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McCulloch 53-625CMDW 53cm 2 in 1 Petrol Rotary Mower.
Self propelled.Metal blade.190cc Briggs and Stratton engine.2 in 1 collect and mulch.Blade width 53cm.5 cutting heights from 25mm to 80mm.71 Litre grass box capacity.Suitable for all garden sizes.Weight 37kg. [... more]
£293.58
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Spear and Jackson Petrol Blow Vac.
31cc engine.5 speed settings.Blow speed 257km/hVacuum capacity 12m3/min.Collection bag capacity 35 litres.Mulch action.Wheel for easy steering and shoulder strap for easy operation.Self start oil kit included, comprising 95ml 2 stroke oil.Size (H)50, (W)3 [... more]
£87.99
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Dealing with weeds
Most weeds are easy to eradicate if spotted early enough and can be controlled without the use of chemicals. Mulch borders with an 8cm (3in) layer of bark mulch to prevent weeds from colonising. Cover large areas of bare soil with plastic, ... [... more]
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Melianthus major
Formerly grown as a greenhouse and conservatory foliage plant, this attractive shrub is almost hardy in very mild gardens if planted in a warm sunny border and given a protective mulch in winter. Usually it is grown for ornamental bedding ... [... more]
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Phormium 'Bronze Baby'
Standing at only 60cm (2ft) tall, 'Bronze Baby' is perfect for containers or the front of the border. It is grown for its attractive bronze leaves which arch over at the tips. In frost-prone areas, put on a deep, dry mulch in winter. Find out how ... [... more]
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Astrantia major 'Hadspen Blood'
Astrantias are superb perennials for light shade under trees and shrubs, on a stream bank or in a moist border. They will tolerate drier soils as long as the plants are surrounded with a thick layer of mulch in spring. 'Hadspen Blood' is a ... [... more]
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Lime and coconut macaroons
2. Use your hands to mulch the egg whites, sugar, coconut, lime zest and juice in a bowl until they lightly come together. 3. With wet hands, press the mixture into a flat, square shape about 1cm/0.5in high. 4. Use a small upturned liqueur glass ... [... 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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