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A visit to Aldi can be surprisingly rewarding. If you’ve ever ventured down the famous ‘middle aisle,’ you know what visual treats await you. You might end up with a shopping cart full of playful picnicware, affordable but well-cared-for houseplants, and, of course, essential groceries. But Belavi, Aldi’s gardening and patio furniture and accessory line,…
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If you’re trying to cut grocery costs, there are plenty of vegetables you can grow at home to save money. And there are plenty of choices, from the easiest vegetables to grow, like lettuce, to unusual varieties that are trickier to find on the shelves, like rainbow chard. A single packet of seeds, or a…
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Garden drainage solutions are a must if you live somewhere that is affected by heavy, frequent rainfall. Without necessary measures in place to control water run-off, plots can begin to flood, flower beds can erode, and plants can become ruined. What’s more, puddles on your backyard landscaping ideas, such as decking and paving, can lead to…
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A shed isn’t just for gardens on the larger side – there are plenty of small garden shed ideas that you can try to welcome the building into a tiny outdoor space, too. In fact, many of the best garden shed ideas can be applied to small gardens with the right know-how. It’s all about…
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ALDI is getting ready for Spring with a new range of garden essentials. Available in-store from Sunday 23 February is a selection of products for propagating, pruning, and tidying your outside space. Sign up for the Fabulous newsletter Thank you! Aldi’s Walk-In Greenhouse is in stores from February 23Credit: Aldi There’s also an array of…
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As a result, growing perennial vegetables aligns with the overall ethos at Yeo Valley Organic Garden, where wildlife-friendly planting and healthy soil are part of everyday practice. Between 18-20 September, the Yeo Valley Organic Garden Festival promises three uplifting days of nature-friendly gardening at the foot of the Mendip Hills, near Bristol. Sarah Mead, creator…
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The appeal of cottage backyard ideas are rooted in their informal charm: brimming with color, texture, fragrance, and romantic blooms, they are a sanctuary for people and wildlife alike. Cottage backyard ideas also bring with them a sense of freedom, letting you create a garden filled with your favorite flowers, plants and produce as well…
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Barton Manor care home in Wisbech surprised 96-year-old Joe White with a new greenhouse to support his passion for growing fruit and vegetables. Joe has also been named site manager of the home’s garden, complete with a personalised sign. The keen gardener has a lifelong love of growing his own produce – a skill he…
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Luke Kelsall, a vegan grower, recently shared insights into regenerative agriculture and self-sufficient food production in a video on his YouTube channel, Growing With Nature. Kelsall, known for his focus on plant-based growing methods, discussed the challenges of conventional farming and demonstrated his approach to cultivating food without the use of animal products or chemical…
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Living in a city setting, apartment, or simply a smaller yard doesn’t have to stop you from gardening. There are plenty of innovative urban gardening ideas that allow anyone to grow ornamental and edible plants in the space they have available. Whether you’re looking for a backyard idea that works in a balcony setting, need…