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How I've created a Wildflower Meadow by not mowing until Autumn
I used to mow the grass under the fruit trees in my orchard once a week. Stopping mowing, except for a path down the middle, has saved me time and attracted wildflowers. Here I show which flowers have found their way in without any help from me, including an exciting one after just two years of no mowing!
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How to prick out seedlings
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You've got some perky seedlings in a seed tray but what next? I used to be a bit scared of damaging my seedlings when potting them on but do it and you'll have healthy fabulous plans for your garden. This short video shows how easy it is to prick your seedlings out to grow on into larger plants.
How to take Monstera (Swiss Cheese Plant) cuttings
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Monstera (Swiss Cheese Plants) are popular houseplants that thrive well in most home environments. It's incredibly easy to make new plants for free by using established plants as cutting material. If you've got a friend with a large leaved specimen, taking cuttings is the easiest way to get a one of your own without breaking the bank. I have several huge plants, with leaves 75cm across, which w...
How to Train Cordon Tomatoes
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Your seed packet should tell you whether your tomatoes should be grown as cordons or not. Bush varieties (also known as determinate varieties) should just be left to their own devices. Cordon varieties are best trained with a single stem and just leaves and flowering/fruiting trusses coming off the main stem. This clip shows what to remove to get a good straight cordon.
Easy seed sowing - tomato seeds
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Buying a packet of seeds is one thing but many people never get round to sowing them. Some people simply lack the confidence but the pure magic of germination awaits. Here I show my easy approach to getting those seeds sown.
Growing sweet potatoes in a pot in greenhouse
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A short clip showing me harvesting my first sweet potatoes grown in a large pot.
How to take Dahlia cuttings - have the confidence to try
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Dahlias are opulent expensive-looking flowers but are cheap to buy as tuburs. Taking cuttings you can double, triple or even quadruple your crop of flowers and fill your garden with colour. This video shows you how simple it is and should give beginners the confidence to have a go. My garden blog contains articles on growing many types of garden plants. Visit www.teabreakgardener.co.uk