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Plant pots from toilet rolls
How to make pots for garden seedlings using toilet roll tubes or rolled up newspapers
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Dig for victory
This little film may be ancient and we no longer need to dig for victory, but the advice in this wartime video is on the button. There's a great visual demonstration of digging a plot, preparing the ground, sowing seeds, planting out ...
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My first efforts at growing from seed
I've never fancied growing from seed before - I'm a bit of an instant gratification woman and have never had the patience - but I have been amazed at how fast it is and how very satisfying! The only problem I have now is where to put all ...
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Grow your own veg, you can do it
Growing your own vegetables can save you money - and improve your diet. It's also fun and rewarding and who knows? You could even win first prize in your next local marrow growing competition!Just follow our tips and you'll be well on ...
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