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Read more about the article How to make compost at home (the easy way)

How to make compost at home (the easy way)

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:October 6, 2025
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How to make compost at home (the easy way) Composting is one of the most rewarding and practical skills any gardener can learn. It saves money, reduces waste, and helps…

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Read more about the article Blossom end rot on tomatoes

Blossom end rot on tomatoes

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:July 17, 2025
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Ever heard of blossom end rot? It's a common problem on tomatoes, but it doesn't have to be...

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Read more about the article Growing tomatoes from seed (really easy)

Growing tomatoes from seed (really easy)

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:January 5, 2025
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I just stumbled across this video that I made a few years ago. Its about growing your own tomatoes from seed. Enjoy!

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Read more about the article Alpine seed sowing compost mix

Alpine seed sowing compost mix

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:December 30, 2024
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Here's how I mix up a seed sowing compost for alpine plants.

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Alpine seed sowing

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:December 9, 2024
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I finally got around to sowing the first of my alpine seeds. Let me show you how I do it.

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Read more about the article Dry shade planting plan example

Dry shade planting plan example

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:December 5, 2024
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I recently shared a list of some of my favourite plants for dry shady sites. But how can you use these plants when planting a border?

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Read more about the article Homemade organic fertiliser from mealworm poo

Homemade organic fertiliser from mealworm poo

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:August 16, 2024
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Have you ever wondered how you could make your own organic fertiliser by raising mealworms and extracting their poo?

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Read more about the article Plants for dry shade

Plants for dry shade

  • Post author:Joe Vary
  • Post published:July 8, 2024
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Plants for dry shade I’m often asked by clients for suggestions on plants for dry shady sites.  Dry shade can be quite limiting as many of our most loved plants…

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