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How to re-amend your soil
Reamending your soil for the next cycle or even mid-cycle is how we basically put nutrients (organic matter – high in carbon) into the soil, feeding the soil as some say. So let’s start with the basics, by using a dry amendment mix your giving the microbes in the soil a source of food/energy that […]
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How to water living soil
A bad watering practice will lead to unhealthy plants which then makes your plants more susceptible to pests/diseases as they are seen as easy prey. Improper watering (too many wet/dry cycles) is the first domino to fall which then can lead to stressed plants which if left unsolved will most definitely lead to major issues […]
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How to maintain a pest-free garden with an organic IPM regime (Integrated Pest Management)
“Integrated pest management (IPM) is an ecosystem-based strategy that focuses on long-term prevention of pests or their damage through a combination of techniques such as biological control, habitat manipulation, modification of cultural practices, and use of resistant varieties. Pesticides are used only after monitoring indicates they are needed according to established guidelines, and treatments are […]
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Fabric Beds vs Fabric Pots
When it comes to growing, nothing is black and white. No grow space is identical, and as individuals, we choose different growing styles and methods, so the container you pick often comes down to a combination of what works best for you and your plants. Here are some of the points we use to help […]
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Gardening for wellbeing
Mental Health Awareness Week If you didn’t know, this week is Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK. We all know someone that has been affected by poor mental health. 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year in England. We wanted to highlight the link between […]
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Lets hear it for the worms!
They are the real farmers and let’s face it. The world wouldn’t be what it is today without them. Darwin believed them to be one of the most important creatures on the planet. Lots of worms in your soil means it’s highly fertile soil. High fertile, healthy balanced soil helps combat climate change, prevents flooding, […]
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Did you know trees heal each other through mycorrhizal connections?
Although these trees are not native to the UK we thought this was an interesting story. So get the kettle on, kick back and enjoy this read about how trees are more awesome than humans. Several species of trees produce root grafts, this basically happens when the different root systems form connections and start to […]
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