Saturday 4 February 2012
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Apple Day Burwash Manor This year's mild winter may lead to reduced fruit crops this autumn with a subsequent rise in prices, according to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
Hellebores FEW plants are as addictive as hellebores - nature's gift to gardeners in the dismal months of the year.
robin As the RSPB's annual Big Garden Birdwatch approaches, Hannah Stephenson looks at the types of birds dominating the garden scene and how to attract specific birds through wildlife-friendly planting and a rich variety of bird food
Gardening Cambridge If you can't stand the gym and the idea of jogging leaves you at a standstill, the garden can be a haven for toning up and trimming away those excess pounds, Hannah Stephenson discovers
Add character and identity to your desk with a personalised pot plant RESEARCH has shown that regular exposure to plants and green, open spaces can drastically reduce stress levels and put us altogether in a better mood
Flowers Flower power will come to Bishop's Stortford this spring thanks to funding from two county councillors
Pot plants are a great way to cheer up indoors IF your home looks a little sparse after the holiday decorations are packed away, houseplants can offer an easy solution.
Not only is digging in your garden great general exercise, but you'll also be doing the soil a power of good YOUR garden soil is alive with life - help to keep it in good heart with a few simple steps this winter
Rhubarb RHUBARB is not only delicious in crumbles and fools, it can also be a great accompaniment to savoury dishes, made into chutney to go with gammon or as a sauce to complement roast duck.