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Why a garden consultation is essential to create your dream garden. This image shows Kristian receiving an Neighbourhood Award for the work she did at the Severn Hospice gardens in Shrewsbury.
Gardening For Beginners
Kristian Hickson-Booth

Why a Garden Consultation is Essential

Are you tired of looking at your lacklustre garden and dreaming of a lush oasis that you can enjoy? Do you want to create an outdoor space that not only looks stunning but also functions correctly? If you answered yes, then a garden consultation is the perfect solution for you! In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of a garden consultation and how it can help you achieve your dream garden. From identifying a clear direction to offering sound advice and empowering you to move forward with confidence, a garden consultation is an essential first step towards creating a beautiful and functional outdoor space. So why not take the first step towards your dream garden and read on?

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May 4, 2023 No Comments
How to start a vegetable garden for beginners, without a garden can be as easy as just growing one crop. This image shows a lady planting out lettuce plants.
Gardening For Beginners
Kristian Hickson-Booth

How to Start a Vegetable Garden

Have you ever tasted a sun-warmed tomato fresh from the garden? Or savoured a crisp salad made with lettuce picked just moments before? There’s nothing quite like the taste of homegrown produce, and with a little effort, anyone can grow their own vegetables. Vegetable gardening is not only a wonderful way to enjoy fresh, healthy food, but it’s also a fun and rewarding hobby that can be enjoyed by all ages. With our beginner’s guide to vegetable gardening, you’ll learn everything you need to know to get started. From choosing the right location to planting, watering, and harvesting your vegetables, we’ve got you covered with helpful tips and tricks that will ensure your garden thrives. So, roll up your sleeves, put on your gardening gloves, and get ready to experience the joy of growing your own food!

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January 30, 2023 No Comments
top three tips for composting green and browns. Two images of hands full of green vegetable waste with an image of leaves being raked off a lawn,
Composting
Kristian Hickson-Booth

Composting Green and Browns: From Trash to Treasure

Are you looking to create a thriving garden without spending a fortune on fertilizer? Composting may be the solution you’re looking for. But did you know that the key to successful composting lies in balancing green and brown materials? In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into the world of composting and explore the critical importance of achieving the right balance between nitrogen-rich green materials and carbon-rich brown materials. Discover the 3 critical things you need to know to create high-quality compost and enrich your soil naturally for a healthy, thriving garden.

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January 23, 2023 No Comments
The south facing garden checklist starts with the image of a south facing garden. In this image there are roses and containers surrounding a gravel circle. It is a clear blue sky.
Gardening For Beginners
Kristian Hickson-Booth

South Facing Garden Checklist

Why are my plants suffering in my sunny garden? I thought most plants liked the sun? Some do and some don’t, but it is knowing how to choose the right ones. The checklist is here to help you make the right choices for your location and garden style.

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January 16, 2023 No Comments
3 easy methods to composting for the beginner gardener. The image shows a wheelbarrow with lovely compost in it.
Composting
Kristian Hickson-Booth

Making Compost 3 Methods to Success

These three easy methods are there to make composting less strenuous than the traditional cold composting methods. If you are a beginner to composting then this is for you. As a seasoned composter who doesn’t want to spend too much physical effort in turning compost heaps; you will find alternative ways here!

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January 9, 2023 No Comments