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Gardening in Winter

A little effort will help ensure when your garden comes to life again in spring

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Winter Garden Do's and Don'ts

With a little care and attention in winter you can look forward to the new growth in your garden in spring!

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Winter Companion Planting Guide

Companion planting can help to naturally deter pests, provide natural fertiliser by fixing the nitrogen in the soil and help to attract beneficial insects

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Latest Questions & Answers

What should I use as mulch in my vegetable garden?

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Not all vegetable plants like the same growing conditions, so it’s best to pair the mulch with the crop. For instance, heat-loving peppers, tomatoes, eggplant and melons are great candidates for black plastic mulch. Applied in early spring, the…

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I think I have Hydrocotyle in my garden, how do I identify it and get rid of it?

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Hydrocotyle has a hariy leafy which is often stalked at the centre. It is a mat forming weed, making it usually widespread. Use McGregor’s specialised Hydrocotyle lawn weed control for the best results.…

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How do I prepare for an Edible Garden in March?

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Pull out any summer herbs and vegetables that have finished producing and add to your compost bin. Planting of winter seedlings will give you a good start in your home edible patch so prepare the soil. Plant seedlings of cabbage, cauliflowers, broccoli,…

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