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Seed tray filled with soil and a yellow plant label by a windowsill

Sowing seeds in trays

Growing plants from seed is a joy to experience. Follow our step-by-step guide to sowing small seeds in trays, including ways to make it easier.

Companion planting

Companion planting

Through companion planting we can grow plants close together and enjoy the mutual benefits they bring each other.

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Staking and tying in plants

Many plants that grow tall will benefit from being tied to a stake in the ground. We look at which plants could use this support and how to do it.

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Plants for outdoor window boxes

A window box can bring colourful plant life to your home, even if you don’t have a garden. We look at some good plants to try growing.

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Sowing sweet peas and broad beans in toilet rolls

Sweet peas and broad bean seeds are best sown in deep pots. This guide looks at using toilet rolls as a cheap, eco-friendly method.

Plants to ease the mind

Plants to help ease the mind

Being around and seeing plants can help us feel calmer and reduce anxiety. We look at some of our favourite plants to help support our mental health.

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