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Recycle the rain

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Don't let that rainwater get away - we'll show you how to make use of one of our most important  natural resources.   Why not start collecting and storing valuable rainfall to keep your fruit and vegetables watered - even when those ...


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How to get green mold off the grouting in your flagstone patio

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The scourge of stone or tiled garden patios is ugly green mold that covers the grouting. It's really difficult to get off but I have found this method works wonders and is quick and easy too. Fill a large watering can with water and ...


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How to keep squirrels and moles at bay

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Squirrels and moles may look cute but don't let that fool you, they can wreak havoc in your garden. How to keep the squirrels from eating your bird feed If the birds aren't getting a look-in in your garden thanks to greedy squirrels, ...


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The Small Garden – an oldie but goldie!

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The Small Garden by the late C E Lucas Phillips (or more properly by Brigadier Lucas Phillips) was published in 1952 and is still in print. There can't be many other gardening books that compete with that almost 60 year record. I'm not ...


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