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The Difference Between a Gardener and a Horticulturist: Understanding Their Roles

Although gardeners and horticulturists both work with plants, their roles are distinct. Gardeners focus on the hands-on maintenance and care of gardens, while horticulturists apply scientific knowledge to plant growth, pest management, and crop production. Understanding these differences can help you choose the right professional for your gardening needs.

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Designing Your Garden: Turning Vision Into Reality
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Designing Your Garden: Turning Vision Into Reality

Designing your garden is an exciting journey that transforms your outdoor space into a personal sanctuary. Whether you’re planning to take the DIY route or partner with professionals like Dakic Garden Design, having a clear plan and vision is key to staying motivated and achieving your dream garden. From increased property value to enhanced well-being, discover the many benefits of a thoughtfully designed garden.

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The Ultimate Guide to Pruning Shrub and Floribunda Roses
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The Ultimate Guide to Pruning Shrub and Floribunda Roses

Pruning is essential for maintaining healthy shrub and floribunda roses. This guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to prune these roses to encourage strong growth, vibrant blooms, and a tidy, attractive shape. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, these tips will help your roses thrive.

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Mulching Your Garden: The Essential Guide to Saving Time and Boosting Growth
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Mulching Your Garden: The Essential Guide to Saving Time and Boosting Growth

Mulching your garden is one of the best ways to save time and promote healthy growth. From reducing weeds to retaining moisture, mulch offers numerous benefits. This guide explores the importance of mulching, how to apply it effectively, and the best types of mulch for your garden. By mulching correctly, you can reduce maintenance, improve soil health, and enjoy a thriving garden with less effort.

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Pruning Apple Trees: Essential Tips for Standard and Wall-Trained Varieties
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Pruning Apple Trees: Essential Tips for Standard and Wall-Trained Varieties

Pruning apple trees is essential for healthy growth and a bountiful harvest, whether you have a traditional standard tree or a wall-trained variety. In this guide, we cover the best pruning techniques for both types, from removing dead wood to shaping and encouraging fruiting. With expert tips on timing, cutting, and maintenance, you’ll be ready to enhance your apple tree’s health and productivity this season.

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February Gardening in the South of England: Get a Jumpstart on Your Veggie Patch!
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February Gardening in the South of England: Get a Jumpstart on Your Veggie Patch!

February is the perfect time to kickstart your gardening season in the South of England. From sowing vegetable seeds indoors to pruning trees and preparing your soil, there’s plenty to do this month. Whether you’re planning your veggie patch or tidying up your garden, these essential tasks will set you up for a successful growing season. Get ready to make the most of this early gardening opportunity!

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Mastering the Art of Pruning and Training Climbing and Rambling Roses
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Mastering the Art of Pruning and Training Climbing and Rambling Roses

Pruning climbing roses is key to ensuring vibrant blooms and healthy growth. By cutting back dead or damaged wood, you promote better airflow and reduce disease. Prune in early spring, just before new growth begins, removing any winter damage and shaping the plant. Focus on shortening long canes, removing weak or tangled stems, and tying healthy canes to supports like trellises or arbours. This will help your climbing roses thrive, producing abundant flowers and maintaining an elegant structure throughout the growing season.

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Rain Stop Play
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Rain Stop Play

Following the wettest February on record, there have been many occasions over the last month where I am needing to cancel, making me sit inside and undertake office work, while thinking when will this stop?

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How to train climbing roses

Mastering the Art of Pruning and Training Climbing and Rambling Roses

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