Gardening Tips

How long do you plan in advance for Christmas? Do you pull out the same, slightly beaten artificial tree from the attic or does the excitement of a real, traditional Christmas tree really cement the feeling that the festive season is here?

With the trend in recyclables and eradication of unnecessary plastics in full force, a fresh tree is the more environmentally friendly option. Even the Woodland Trust estimate that a non-recyclable PVC tree would take 20 years of use to fully cover the costs of the pollution created through their production, not to mention the transportation and discarding it when you’re ready for an upgrade!

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Winter can be a challenging time for birds, as food and water sources become scarce and the weather turns colder. However, with a little bit of preparation, you can help ensure that the feathered friends in your garden make it through the winter months in good health.

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Undesirable weather has kept us out of our gardens for most of February, but now Spring is here we’re hoping sunnier skies are on the horizon. If you want your garden to look perfect for the upcoming months, getting your seeds planted now is a must for seasonal blooms. Now that the ground has warmed up a little, we’ll look at the best things to get planted outside this month, but remember, a lot of plants and cuttings will need some time in the greenhouse or propagator to ensure they don’t suffer from any cold snaps we may still experience.

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