Scottish government launches consultation to phase out peat
Gardeners, commercial growers and compost suppliers in Scotland are among those being asked for their views about peat use.
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The Organic Gardening Podcast - February
In this month’s podcast we dare to dream of a colourful summer garden as we start sowing, dividing and composting.
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It’s time to chit your potatoes!
Our head gardener Emma O’Neill gives her top tips for giving your seed potatoes a head start this spring.
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Which vegetables grew best in 2022?
In December we asked you to fill in a survey about your veg gardens so we could find out which veg did well and which didn’t during 2022. And the results are in!
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One man and his plot - February
We can sense the next growing season is close and anticipation sets in, writes Chris Collins. In short, we can’t wait to get sowing!
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Prevention is the key to stopping pesticide use in your garden
Pesticides are bad for the health of your garden and its wildlife – but they could also be bad for you, new research suggests. We share seven ways to create a natural balance in your garden so you never need to use them.
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UK government allows ‘emergency’ use of banned bee-harming pesticide just days after EU tightens protections
The government has announced for the third year in a row, it will permit the use of the banned pesticide on sugar beet in England in 2023. We wanted to share this release from our friends at the Pesticide Collaboration to help you understand the implications
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How to reduce high temperatures in your garden - right now!
We’ve experienced the hottest summer on record in 2022, according to recent figures - but there are steps you can take to cool your growing space and have a positive impact on the local climate. And these steps can start now.
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Seven ways to reduce your garden plastic use
Growing organically doesn’t stop at pesticides and plants – it also includes plastic.
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The Organic Gardening Podcast - January
“Everyone deserves a meal” is one of the mottos of organic gardener Sarah Mead as she tackles garden pests – and is the thread running through this month’s podcast.