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Matthew Pottage Matt is Head of Horticulture and Landscape Strategy at The Royal Parks. Anne Swithinbank A keen fruit, vegetable and house-plant grower, Anne was formerly the glasshouse supervisor at

Karen Maris, by email A ANNE SAYS A winter lawn-seed mix should germinate at soil temperatures above 5°C, so get yourself a soil thermometer and watch the forecast. But don’t sow if the ground is wate

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There’s not much happening outdoors at the moment, but if you follow the prepping advice of these RHS stars, you’re guaranteed a fabulous display later in the year – and you’ll save money too

Advice and inspiration with , horticulture expert at Moss & Moor, Ilkley