Soil Testing
It's important to know your soil before buying plants. Follow our guide and find out how to recognise the different types. The pH of your soil can be tested with a simple kit available at garden centres. The solution turns yellow-orange for acid ... [... more]
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Hemp- Litter -Concentrated - 35 l
 Hemp-Litter-Concentrate is extracted from the stem of the Hemp Plant The Hemp plants are naturally grown. It is extremely environmentally friendly alternative litter for cat litter boxes and bird cages. Each grain can be directly placed into compost. [... more]
£17.98
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Assorted Live Aquarium Plants for 100 - 120 cm Aquarium ...
Beautiful live plants are an eye-catcher for every aquarium and the pride of every aquatics enthusiast. Aquarium plants complement the ecosystem of your aquarium and provide the fish with important nutrients and oxygen. For many fish aquarium plants [... more]
£29.90
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Live Aquarium Plants Shrimp and Dwarf Crayfish ...
Beautiful live plants are an eye-catcher for every aquarium and the pride of every aquatics enthusiast. Aquarium plants complement the ecosystem of your aquarium and provide the fish with important nutrients and oxygen. For many fish aquarium plants [... more]
£18.89
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Spear and Jackson Select Digging Fork.
Mirror polished stainless steel head for rust resistance and minimal soil adhesion.Soft grip handle. [... more]
£14.99
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5 Piece Carbon Steel Long Handled Tool Set.
Includes soil rake, dutch hoe, edging iron, digging fork and digging spade.Durable carbon steel shaft and handle. [... more]
£24.99
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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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Making leaf mould
Recycling your falling autumn leaves is one of the easiest ways to make free garden compost. Follow our guide to get the best results. Take a black bin liner and punch a few holes in the side and bottom. Store in a shady spot and the following ... [... more]
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Digging your garden
Cultivating the soil by digging is fundamental to good gardening. Learn the difference between single and double digging and when the no dig method works. Digging the soil is essential for good plant growth. If the soil condition is poor organic ... [... more]
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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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Making compost
Composting kitchen and garden waste is a great, free way of improving the soil in your garden. Follow our guide to making the perfect compost mix. Choose a compost bin - a range is available to suit different sizes of garden. Combine soft green ... [... more]
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Grow green manure
Prepare the soil by removing weeds, digging over if it hasn't been recently cultivated, and raking level. Scatter seeds over the surface of the soil using around 50g of seed per square metre or follow suppliers' recommendations for specific ... [... more]
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