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A gentle touch in the Autumn garden
It can be tempting to stay tucked away inside as the days shorten and winter approaches. I try to fight the urge to hibernate and instead...
Emma Reuvers
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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Late Flowering Perennials for Wildlife Gardening
As the colder weather hurries us toward winter, the last of the summer's flowers continue to shine. Here are a few of my favourites.
Emma Reuvers
Sep 30, 20243 min read
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A perennial planting scheme for a sunny garden border – perfect for pollinators
Plant suggestions for a sunny border that will provide food for lots of pollinating insects.
Emma Reuvers
Feb 16, 20243 min read
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Make Plans and Get Planting
Shrubs and trees add an important element to our gardens and are great for wildlife.
Emma Reuvers
Dec 7, 20224 min read
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Focus on…Edible Perennials
What easy garden plants can you grow to eat?
Emma Reuvers
Jul 5, 20224 min read
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The Misfits
Garden sparrows provide hours of amusement as they tear their way around my garden in the crisp and clear spring weather
Emma Reuvers
Mar 23, 20223 min read
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Putting the Garden to Bed
A well planned garden will look good no matter what the weather. There are a number of plants that can be used to add winter interest
Emma Reuvers
Oct 27, 20214 min read
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Focus on...Veronicastrum
My favourite gardening days are those where I have no specific task in mind. The days where I wander aimlessly around my Cheltenham...
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Jul 12, 20212 min read
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April Showers in May
A cool and wet May sees our gardens burst into new growth. Pop out into the garden when the weather allows with my May gardening checklist
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May 19, 20213 min read
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Bring in the Birds
Doing a little bird watching from a bedroom window is a fun way to while away a chilly Sunday morning during this current February lockdown.
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Feb 2, 20214 min read
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A Space for Wildlife
Having a wildlife friendly garden is more straightforward than you may think. Read on to find out what you can do.
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Jul 22, 20204 min read
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Container Gardening - A how to guide
Limited outdoor space? Container gardening can green up your balcony or outdoor space. With a little planning the possibilities are endless.
Emma Reuvers
Apr 22, 20204 min read
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Time for a Spring Clean
Just like we spring clean a house, we should also spring clean ourselves. Not by getting into the bath, but by consuming revitalising foods.
Emma Reuvers
Mar 19, 20204 min read
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A Herb Garden
Herbs are outstanding garden plants that are valued for a multitude of reasons. They deserve a place in even the smallest of gardens.
Emma Reuvers
Feb 21, 20202 min read
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On the Pulse...
10th February 2020 is World Pulses Day. Why on earth should we have a whole day just to celebrate pulses (and can I grow my own?)
Emma Reuvers
Feb 7, 20205 min read
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Plants for the January Garden
Despite the cold, there are some plants that shine in January. Read on for information about a few of my favourite garden plants for winter
Emma Reuvers
Jan 20, 20203 min read
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Working through the winter blues
Don't let the winter cold keep you out of the garden. As well as the usual winter tasks, utilise your time for planning and preparation.
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Oct 21, 20193 min read
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Summer Harvests
Today, as the late evening sun warmed my back, I harvested my garlic and shallots. The leaves of the garlic had started to yellow and...
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Jul 2, 20192 min read
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One is Never Enough
Over the past few weeks I have been eagerly watching my single globe artichoke (Cynara solymus) rapidly grow. One perfectly formed...
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Apr 26, 20192 min read
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Dryhill
I was pleased to wake up to gorgeous October sunshine today and couldn't hide my appreciation as I turned into the drive at Dryhill Farm...
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Oct 19, 20182 min read
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