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Make your own herbal tea

A nice cup of tea is an important part of many people’s routine. This guide looks at how to make our own herbal teas and the many benefits.

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Growing microgreens

Growing microgreens from seed is a good way to enjoy nutritious produce all year around. Follow our step-by-step guide.

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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.

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The joy of the outside in spring

With so much growing and changing, spring is a great season get outdoors. We look at how we can appreciate spring with all our senses.

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Vertical garden ideas

Gardening vertically allows you to enjoy growing plants even in the smallest spaces. We look at ideas from outdoor wall gardens to vertical veg.

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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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