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Discover the joy of organic gardening with The Allotment Garden, your trusted UK resource for growing fresh, sustainable produce. Whether you’re an experienced allotment gardener or just beginning your eco-friendly journey, we’re here to support you with expert tips, practical advice, and sustainable gardening solutions. From organic and sustainable gardening techniques to allotment management, our community is dedicated to helping your garden flourish naturally.
Copper Tape For Slugs & Snail Control: Does it work?
I have tested copper tape to protect my plants from slug and snail attacks. Here is what I have found so far.
How & When to Prune Roses?
Discover when to prune roses for healthier plants and more vibrant blooms. Learn expert pruning tips for every rose type to ensure a stunning display year after year.
Sowing seeds – A beginner’s guide
A simple guide to sowing seeds with the absolute beginner in mind. You don’t need green fingers, just follow these steps.
Clematis – Caring for your climber
Learn how to plant, prune, feed and guard your clematis against disease.
Plants for Shade: The Ultimate Grower’s Guide to Transforming Low-Light and North-Facing UK Gardens
There are plenty of great garden plants for shade – partial to full. Here is a list of all of the varieties I can think of.
Hardy Hibiscus for the UK garden!
The hardy hibiscus really is a reliable shrub for growing in the UK. It will be a talking point for your neighbours as well as add a splash of the tropics to your garden.
How to Grow Succulents – For the Dry Garden
Growing succulents in your garden can be extremely rewarding. Easy to grow, propagate and these plants will thrive in places where others wilt.
Deadheading flowers – More buds, more blooms
Advice on deadheading (the removal of spent flowers) for most annual and perennial plants. Encourage more flower production.
Osteospermum – Hardy coastal garden favourite
Capture that holiday feeling by growing Osteospermum in your garden this year. Now there is a UK-hardy collection to try out.
Heavily scented flowers & plants
Get right up the noses of your neighbours this year with this very large list of scented garden flowers. A list of perfumed plants for all situations. Citrus, coconut, strawberries and many more scents listed.
Scented evergreen climbers
Recently, I needed to cover a trellis to the front of my property. Wanting privacy and increase appeal, I wrote a list of scented evergreen climbers.
Hardy Cyclamen – The Best Winter Impact – Must Grow!
If you are looking for something unusual, easy to grow, hardy and will guarantee colour during the winter months, then look no further than the humble Cyclamen.