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How can I prevent damping off disease from affecting my seedlings this year and in future seasons? What measures should I be taking? As damping off occurs from a soil-borne fungus, it’s crucial to sta
Sow tender crops now while plants have time to grow and crop later. Early-sown French beans and courgettes can run out of steam, so having fresh plants will extend the cropping period. They will germi
I’m feeding the crops now so that they can feed me later!
Even if you’ve prepared your soil perfectly for sowing or planting out your fruit and veg, a little bad luck could be all it takes to leave you with fragile-looking plants. Nature is a fickle creature
Add drama to your garden with potted exotics. Soak the plant, in its original pot, in some not-too-cold water. Then move the new, empty, pot into position; this saves you doing so when it’s full of he