Amy McPherson explores the importance of the lost kelp forests and how they are making a return

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Over half the trees in Kew Gardens could be dead before the end of the century. You’d think they’d be better plant protectors at the Royal Botanic Gardens, but this isn’t botched botany – Kew just mon

One of the top experts on pests and diseases, Pippa gardens using organic methods. Matt trained at Kew and has been gardening professionally for more than 30 years. Kirsty is Head of Gardens at Balmor

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