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Birds are at their most active in spring, making nests and raising their young, so it’s the perfect time to do a bit of bird-watching. Here are a few of the birds you’re likely to see in your garden, plus some tips on what to feed them to make sure they keep coming back. 

Here's how to boost your plant's growth. Is your plant growing the way it is supposed to? A wide variety of factors could be influencing this. We’ll walk you through a few of them to help you improve your plant’s growth and overall health. Every plant has its unique requirements, and you will notice these are not being met if the plant stops growing or looks a bit dull. Take a look at the following steps and consider which step you could take better care of to help your plant grow and flourish!

Baked, boiled, chipped, or roasted, potatoes are always a winner. And there’s nothing quite like your own potatoes, dug up from the ground like buried treasure. Growing your own potatoes means you can choose from a wide range of different potato types, flavours, and even colours. If you’ve never grown potatoes before, now’s the perfect time to start.

Growing plants from seed is one of the joys of gardening. It’s great for gardeners on a tight budget, giving you masses of plants at minimal cost, and there’s no beating the sense of triumph that comes from seeing those first seedlings poke their green heads above the soil. Sow a few seeds now in spring, and they’ll give you a spectacular show in summer.

Have fun Easter Monday egg hunting with these top 5 fun ideas. From outside to inside and even organized events, there is something for each of you to enjoy this Easter. We hope the Easter Bunny visits you!

With their velvety leaves and colourful flowers that keep coming for months, African violets (Saintpaulia) make gorgeous houseplants. Compact enough to fit on a windowsill, they brighten up even the smallest spaces.