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With climate change be prepared for very varying and warmer weather conditions in summertime in the UK. Do not be surprised by some...

Summer officially commenced on June 21st so let’s hope some decent weather does as well. It has been reasonably warm but with erratic...

With climate change be prepared for very varying and warmer weather conditions in summertime in the UK. Do not be surprised by some...

May is a wonderful month with just about everything growing after the long dismal winter. We all hate weeding but do it now as it’s easy...

We can enjoy September as weather-wise in the UK its usually very pleasant, sometimes known as an Indian Summer for some strange reason...

August Gardener Have you prepared for being away from your garden in the hotter weather? Don’t worry about mowing the lawn if the weather...

July 15 gardener Summer officially commenced on June 21st and let’s hope some decent weather does as well! There are many jobs to do but...

A little over a year ago BBC Gardeners Question Time came to Forde Abbey. I was fortunate enough to be picked to put forward a question...

August is a wonderful, colourful and enjoyable month with summer flowers in their full glory. Just a few jobs this month to keep on top...

Summer’s here! Jobs to be done in July: Hotter conditions invite pests and diseases into the greenhouse. Ensure good ventilation and damp...