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Growing in the greenhouse in winter
During the coldest months of the year, you may be able to keep growing in a greenhouse. Find out what to sow each month, along with tips for the winter greenhouse.
How to protect our plants and gardens during winter
As winter gets closer, it's time to think about how to care for your garden during the colder months. We share advice on how to protect your plants and garden during winter.
8 unusual fruit and vegetables to try growing
Fancy trying something different in the garden? Market gardener Lucy Cox shares eight unusual fruit and vegetables that can make a unique addition to the usual garden staples.
How to grow an avocado from its stone
If you would like a fun growing experiment, you can try growing your own avocado from a stone. Even if you don't get fruit, it can be an enjoyable experience to try.
Saving seeds
Saving seeds is a wonderful way to get free plants! We look at how to save seeds from a number of popular garden plants.
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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