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Pet-Friendly Indoor Plants

The Best Pet-Friendly Indoor Plants

Are you a proud plant and pet parent? Did you know that not all indoor plants are safe for our four legged, furry friends? To help keep your pets safe, we’ve rounded up the best indoor plants that are...

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Planting bulbs, corms and tubers

Planting bulbs, corms and tubers

Every garden needs a few bulbs. They’re among the easiest plants to grow and some of the most beautiful. From spring...

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The 6 Best Air Purifying Plant For Your Home Or Office

The 6 Best Air Purifying Plants For Your Home Or Office

Being in nature is uplifting and it’s been proven that having plants in your home or office can have a positive effect...

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top indoor plant trends this year

Top 5 Indoor Plant Trends

Indoor plants have well and truly earned a place in our homes, both as an interior design tool and for their health and...

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What to do in your garden in May

Soul food

Create Soul Food from the Garden

​ There’s nothing better than creating soul food straight from the garden. Growing your own food takes time and hard...

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Feed your garden for upto 6 months

Feed your garden for 6 months with one application

Beautiful gardens made easy with Scotts Osmocote Controlled release fertilisers. Right amount of nutrients at the right...

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Bees on flowers

Why we need bees and pollinators in the garden

A plant’s fruit or vegetable is vital to seed production and is an essential component in creating future generations...

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