The dirty dozen: how we reclaimed our garden

22 May 2012 - Bruce Hazelton
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OK, I’ll be honest, I’ve not been the greatest ambassador for the garden industry; my own garden has been somewhat neglected for the last decade. Since having children my wife and I have hardly bothered with it and it’s been rather overrun by children’s toys, weeds and creepers.
Having put in a bit of time, effort and a splash of cash, even though we’re far from finished, I thought I’d share with you some of the very simple things that have transformed our own little patch of England.

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How to light a chiminea safely

10 April 2012 - Jack Gardener
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Following last week’s horrible news of a Liverpool man suffering 30% burns, after trying to light his Chiminea with lawnmower petrol, I thought it would be a good idea to publish guidance on how to light a chiminea safely.

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Botanical Gardens of Britain – Six of the Best

4 April 2012 - Stefan Mustieles
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A quick guide to six of the best botanical gardens in Great Britain

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Rich Sauce Recipes using Herbs from Your Garden

26 March 2012 - Ann Martin
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Garden Herbs can be used in just about anything and everything! From cocktails to desserts and everything in between, fresh herbs truly make any recipe taste even better. Here are a few rich sauce recipes using fresh herbs from your garden. These sauces make for a delicious addition to any meal!

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