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January Gardening Checklist: Garden Plants, Greenhouse, and Home
January can be a quieter month for flower gardening, but there are still important tasks to complete. It’s an ideal time to plant shrubs, hedging, and ornamental trees, as long as the ground isn't frozen.
- James Beesley
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When to plant potatoes for Christmas
Knowing when to plant potatoes for Christmas can be tricky, especially if you’ve never done it before. But if you start the process in mid-June or July, by Christmas, you can tell your guests that their roast potatoes were grown by hand in your home!- James Beesley

Cosy Up Your Outdoor Oasis: A Winter Patio Makeover
As the crisp autumn air settles in and the leaves start to turn, it's time to start thinking about transforming your outdoor living space for the winter months. While many of us tend to retreat indoors during the colder seasons, with a little creativity and planning, you can create a cosy and inviting patio that you'll want to spend time in all year round.- Whitakers Garden Centre