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Health and wellbeing benefits of allotment gardening
The popularity of allotment gardening has increased hugely in recent years. Having an allotment is a great way of having access to valuable gardening space if you don’t have a garden of your own and offers a number of health and wellbeing benefits.
Preparing beds and borders for planting
Preparing a bed is a great way to get physically active and connect with your garden space. Achieving a dark, fine soil and the expectation of what that provides can be as satisfying as planting.
Sweeping outdoors
Sweeping paths and patios is a regular outdoor activity. It helps keeps your garden clear and safe.
What to do with autumn leaves
Autumn leaves can be put to many good practical and creative uses. We explore what to do with them in this guide.
Planting a small tree
Trees can bring so many benefits to your outdoor space. We share a step by step guide to planting a small tree in your garden.
Digging in the garden
Digging in the garden can be a vigorous workout. Find advice on when you might want to dig, plus tools and techniques to help.
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