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Pole Beans
vegetable gardening2 min read

Five veggies to grow from seed

Growing vegetables from seed shouldn’t be daunting. The following five veggies are easy for beginners to grow from seed – in the ground, a raised bed, or in a container.

May 8, 2025Read More →
Growing carrots in containers
vegetable gardening7 min read

Growing carrots in containers

Maybe you’ve tried carrots in the past only to have grown a wee little thing that might somewhat resemble a carrot. I’m here to urge you to try again BUT in a container!

May 8, 2025Read More →
Ten tips for planting tomatoes
vegetable gardening4 min read

Ten tips for planting tomatoes

One of the most popular homegrown vegetables is the good ol’ tomato. These tips can be applied to planting tomatoes in the ground, in a raised bed or into a large container.

May 8, 2025Read More →
Buying seedlings – a guide for success
flowers3 min read

Buying seedlings – a guide for success

If you’ve ever found yourself at your local garden centre gazing upon rows of seedlings, feeling overwhelmed and not knowing what to buy – this short comprehensive guide is for you.

May 8, 2025Read More →
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