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Cand the BBC go back to an hour long GW programme, like it used to be. Whilst I love what we see now on the programme, there isn't enough on growing vegetables and fruit. Not just the pleasant part of growing veg and fruit, but all the problems

the wildlife in rural suffolk. My husband bought me a ipod last year and I sing to the plants as I weed dig. We turned our garden into a far sized veg garden and the veg did fine, so although my husband says it`s not a pretty sight my singing in the garden

for reference is an excellent starting point. I've found gardening mags good too, the one's with a veg growing section will give tips on how to grow stuff. GW's mag has a good section.

sexy new haircut.There was an interesting mix of show gardens, including the rather strange Garden Before Time, which consisted of a giant pterodactyl towering above prehistoric plants mulched with coal. Favourites included 'My Very Local Veg Garden

Hi I'm trying to develop the gardens in the school I work for, developing the two courtyards and plentiful but bare flower beds. I want to really get the children inspired about going and learning out side, growing their own plants and veg. Give

Make fat cakes for the birdsEnjoy watching birds feeding in your garden all through the winter by making your own fat cakes for them. Feeding garden birds is important for their survival over the coming months so make up a pot of our mixture

please help i have diffent veg plants growing but i have clay soil in my garden what can i plant out into it. thank you   The best thing to do with clay soil is to improve it by adding grit, sharp sand and compost (any type), as clay is inherently

I am planning growing veg in containers next year and have a list of seeds which are suitable for this purpose.  However, I am not sure if I can only use compost or would garden soil be suitable.  If it is compost, is there a particular type which

Make a bug boxEncourage helpful insects such as ladybirds, lacewings and bees into your garden by building them their own bug box. Giving them somewhere to shelter or hibernate, this simple to build home is perfect for gardeners who want to look

Make a bird houseA nesting box is a great way of attracting birds into your garden in the spring and summer. It not only gives you the pleasure of watching them but also gives the birds a home close to plenty of garden insects to feast upon. Well