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Wednesday, Dec 10

14

GARDENING: GOING WILD FOR STRAWBERRIES

www.dawn.com

Growing up in Karachi in the 1990s, it was unthinkable for most of us to have access to fresh strawberries. All one came across were artificial strawberry flavours and essence, which were generously used in chocolates, biscuits, ice creams…

Tuesday, Dec 9

22

You owe the giant horned cat money in Mandrake, the Sunless Sea devs' British folklore-steeped gardening sim

Pay up then. Sorry, I've been sent on behalf of The Yolf, a giant horned cat creature who sits on a branch demanding payment in Mandrake. This folklore-infused gardening sim from Sunless Sea and Fallen London devs Failbetter games has just…

Monday, Dec 8

12

The best gardening books to gift – and read – this Christmas

Whether gifting or looking for inspiration, here’s the best new titles for gardeners

09

The gardening books you shouldn’t be without over the festive season and beyond

Whether gifting or looking for inspiration, there’s a raft of new titles for the green-fingered.

Friday, Dec 5

10

Gardening icon Monty Don says 'it's a low time' as he opens up on health issue

www.express.co.uk

Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has opened up about his battle with seasonal affective disorder affecting millions of Britons each winter

Thursday, Dec 4

13

Sarah Raven Net Worth: Britain’s Gardening Icon and Entrepreneur

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Sarah Raven has an estimated net worth of around £2–3 million, following her successful ventures. Sarah Raven is one of Britain’s most celebrated gardening experts, known for her work as a writer, broadcaster, entrepreneur, and…

Monday, Dec 1

11

Gardening expert shares easy trick to deter rats and mice

If you're struggling with rats in your garden, there's a simple method that may help keep them away - and it doesn't involve traps or pesticides

Saturday, Nov 29

07

Seven gardening jobs must be done this weekend to keep gardens full of life

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Gardening expert Simon Perry has shared the seven jobs you should complete in your garden before December to keep it "healthy, tidy and full of life" through the coldest months

Friday, Nov 28

14

UK gardening enthusiasts on what to do with common plant over winter

www.mirror.co.uk

A Reddit user asked what they should do to keep a common plant in their garden growing well over the winter, and whether it would be able to withstand the elements

07

Volunteer group in Tottington receive top marks at NW in Bloom gardening awards

www.burytimes.co.uk

Tottington Civic Pride was thrilled to have its hard work recognised at North West in Bloom on November 5.

06

'I'm a gardening expert, do this urgent job in November to protect plants in spring'

www.mirror.co.uk

If you do one thing this week in the garden, make it count, says gardening expert Diarmuid Gavin who advises that certain plants and trees need to receive urgent attention to avoid problems next year

Thursday, Nov 27

11

Gardening expert shares 35p hack to remove rust from tools

www.dailyrecord.co.uk

A gardening expert has shared a simple hack to remove rust from tools in just eight hours, using a 35p item that most people will already have in their cupboards

Wednesday, Nov 26

12

'I've got a new garden and have found great Black Friday gardening deals'

www.devonlive.com

I've moved house so have been on the lookout up Black Friday gardening bargains

Tuesday, Nov 25

18

WINTER GARDENING GUIDE: Preparing Vegetables and Flowers for the Coming Cold and Beyond

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Rockwall, TX (November 25, 2025) – Winter isn’t a time to abandon the garden — it’s a time to protect, prepare, and plan. With a few smart steps, you can shield your plants from frost, enrich your soil, and set the stage for a vibrant…

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Do these fall gardening chores to make your spring easier

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There are several chores that, if completed now, will make your spring job much easier.

Sunday, Nov 23

'Gardening saved my life - I spent my 20s building dream oasis'

Ross Lee went from living in youth hostels to creating his own oasis and now runs a successful garden design business

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Gardening expert shares what to do if leaves go brown – not just watering

www.mirror.co.uk

There are a number of reasons why your indoor plant may have brown leaves including issues with humidity or lighting - so don't go straight for the watering can

Saturday, Nov 22

04

Keep plants alive this winter by doing RHS gardening job now

www.devonlive.com

This job should help prevent plants becoming waterlogged, a major issue in the winter

Friday, Nov 21

14

Expert shares gardening tasks you need to complete to be ready for months ahead

Now is the time to plan ahead and plant certain bulbs with an expert claiming 'you’ll thank yourself come spring'

Thursday, Nov 20

18

Why gardening mishaps are a (sometimes painful) part of the process

www.ocregister.com

Some ghastly garden scenarios, like my mint mishap, are clearly our own fault, but the blame for others can fall squarely on outsiders, like the nurseries that mislabel plants or the squirrels that “plant” invasive species among our…