This Valentine's day, though red roses might reign supreme, here are twelve alternative flower varieties to gift something a little different and really show your affection... 1. Orchids Because they last so long, few flowers could show how much your partner means to you this Valentine's day like the moth orchid. [...]

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November Gardening Hi , This month is your last chance to get spring-flowering bulbs planted in your garden. Tulips are perfect for planting out in your garden this month and are a welcome sight in the spring. Find out all about the different tulip groups, and when and how to plant these bulbs [...]

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November is a great time to plant tulip bulbs. And one of the main reasons why is that tulips can be susceptible to a disease called ‘Tulip Blight’. The spores of this disease generally don’t survive cold temperatures. So, planting tulip bulbs during the winter should greatly help overcome this potential problem. It’s also [...]

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Growing container plants is ideal for surrounding yourself with plants when you have a patio, balcony or small space. They add instant height to a space creating focal points and/or privacy. And they have the added advantage of being moveable around the space. Container gardening - the basics The amazing thing [...]

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Daffodils and tulips are symbols of spring and the sunny seasons to come. Through spring they put on a show with their vibrant, cheery flowers. But once flowering is done, there are a few things to bear in mind to make the most of the blooms the following year. Find out about cutting back [...]

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With spring slowly creeping closer and the winter days getting slightly longer, your spring blooms are just around the corner. But in the meantime, read on for ten amazing plant facts that are sure to boost your mood and get you through the winter. 1. All alcohol comes from plants [...]

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At the beginning of the British winter, thoughts of spring flowers bobbing their heads above the frosty ground fill us with hope. If you want this feeling in your own garden this spring, now’s the time to get planting. Getting bulbs into the ground now gives them a chance to charge over winter, ready [...]

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