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A History of Terracotta Flower Pots in the UK

On July 16, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Terracotta Flower Pots Have A Rich & Enduring History In The UK, Evolving From Humble Functional Items To Beloved Garden Staples And Decorative Pieces. Terracotta Flower Pots are reminiscent of a past era, an era before plastic was invented and we polluted our planet with it.… More Leave a comment

Walled Garden History & Benefits

On July 14, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Walled Garden History & Benefits: This Article Deals With These Iconic Gardening Features, Their Enduring Appeal & Historical Importance. Walled gardens are an iconic feature of the British landscape, deeply rooted in the nation’s horticultural history ands still impacting the way we grow garden crops today.… More 2 responses

The Seven Layers of a Food Forest

On July 12, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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What Are The Seven Layers of a Food Forest? This Article Answers The Forest Layers Question For UK Gardeners & Growers. Discover More Below. Imagine a forest garden that not only looks beautiful but also provides a continuous harvest of fruits, nuts, and vegetables, all while requiring minimal effort.… More Leave a comment

A History of Community Gardens & Allotments in the UK

On July 11, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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The UK’s Community Gardening History Has Evolved Over Centuries, Shaped By Social Reform, Wartime Necessity & Modern Urban Revival. Here’s A Detailed Timeline Of How Community Gardens Developed In Britain. We all know what allotments are but there is a growing trend towards community gardens and in this article I want to explore the background to Community Garden History.… More Leave a comment

UK Seasonal Fruit & Veg in July

On July 8, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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What Seasonal Fruit & Veg Can Be Harvested In UK In July? There Are So Many, Here Are a Sample To Help You Plan For Next Year. July’s list of Seasonal Fruit and Veg in the UK is potentially huge. Of course it depends on where your garden is.… More Leave a comment

The Abscission Layer, Pruning Tomatoes & Other Erroneous Practices

On July 7, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Online Advice To Prune & De-leaf Tomatoes Can Increase Disease & Decrease Yield. Don’t Just Take My Professional Grower Advice, Check Out The Research on Pruning & De-Leafing. The internet is full of advice to remove leaves and prune tomatoes and other veg plants But few mention the abscission layer.… More Leave a comment

Zuni Waffle Gardens: Indigenous Wisdom for Sustainable Cultivation?

On July 2, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Indigenous Tribes Such As The Zuni & The Zuni Waffle Garden Can Teach Use About Sustainable Water Management In Gardens. Discover More In This Article. The Zuni people also give their name to Zuni Bowls, another water management tool that prevents erosion and improves water management.… More Leave a comment