Gardeners who use peat-free compost have been warned they could be at risk of killing their plants by overwatering. The new varieties of compost do not look 'wet' after watering, meaning the ...

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ANGUS STEWART: Most gardeners are familiar with the benefits of mulches. Saving water, preventing the growth of weeds and keeping the soil temperature even - especially through the hot summer. But ...

Who doesn't like a nice, strong cup of coffee in the morning? Some plants, apparently, and adding leftover grounds to the ...

It seems so simple in theory. You put food scraps in the compost, you get a great soil improver, and your waste is diverted from landfill. Win, win, win. But then you see the dizzying array of ...

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Composting is great for recycling kitchen waste and providing nutrients for your soil and plants - but it could be very ...