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Interior Inspiration for your Greenhouse

17 January 2020 By Kitty Yarrow

It’s a new year and if you’re at the beginning of your greenhouse journey it can feel a little daunting when it comes to the internal layout. Whilst every detail of your greenhouse is completely dependent on your growing needs, we have taken...More >

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Tags: greenhouse, Greenhouse layout, Interior Inspiration

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The Perfect Gardener's Gift Guide to Christmas

25 November 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

It's almost Christmas. Let's face it you've run out of ideas of innovative and exciting presents and you're online looking at novelty socks just to fill up those Christmas stockings. We have compiled a list of gifts from the gardening world; things...More >

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Tags: Christmas Gift Guide, gardening gifts, Gardeners

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The History Of Gardens

15 November 2019 By Victoria Burnell

Gardens Through Time Gardens have been a central part of life in Britain since the time of the Roman Empire, and their role in our lives has changed as society evolves. There has been distinct themes when it comes to gardens within each time period...More >

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Tags: History of Gardens, Historic Gardens, greenhouses

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Terracotta versus Plastic and Sustainable Garden Materials

09 October 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

There isn’t one right way for everything when it comes to choosing the type of pots you are going to use with your gardening. Both terracotta and plastic have their benefits and drawbacks. Below we have looked at the positives and the negatives for...More >

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Tags: Terracotta versus Plastic, Plant Pots, Sustainability

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Book Review: 'Tales and Recipes from the Kitchen Garden and Beyond'

03 October 2019 By Victoria Burnell

Since opening in July 2011 THE PIG has become one of the most sought after places to eat and stay. Now with six beautiful locations across the South of England, The PIG has achieved great success through the unique atmosphere and ethos that emanates...More >

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Tags: THE PIG book, Recipe Book, Book review

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Why Compost? 6 Benefits to Starting a Compost Pile

29 August 2019 By Delilah Farrell

There are plenty of tips out there to help make your garden the best it can be. One of the best, and easiest to follow, is composting . Composting can seem intimidating at first, but once you do your research and get the hang of it, you’ll likely...More >

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Tags: Compost, Sustainability, gardening

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Tap Into Tranquility

05 August 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

Let’s talk about mental health and investing time in yourself. Fresh air, increased physical exercise, reaping the benefits of your hard work – these are all things we have spoken about in previous blogs such as Eat, Plant, Love. It’s time for you...More >

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Tags: Gardening for Wellbeing, greenhouse, Mental Health

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NGS Open Garden Event with Music in the Garden

17 June 2019 By Tash Ellens

Alitex clients, Patrick and Gaby Hungerford have collaborated with the National Garden Scheme (NGS) to bring together an evening of ‘Music in the Garden’. This midsummer party will be opened by Mary Berry, President of the NGS after being an avid...More >

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019 - Plant List

20 May 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

This year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show is all about colour for us as the launch of The Alitex Collection by M&L Paints makes its first apperance. Complementing this year's bright and bold palette is the beautiful planting. Joining us for his second...More >

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3 Tips for Helping Insects Thrive in your Garden

16 April 2019 By Wyevale Garden Centres

Nicky Roeber is the Online Horticultural Expert at Wyevale Garden Centres . Here, he explains how to choose plants that will attract insects to your garden and help them thrive. 75% of crop plants require pollination by insects and animals,...More >

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Tags: garden insects, shelter for insects, pollen for insects, pollinating your garden

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