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New patio plants on trial

7:00am Saturday 6th April 2013

A look at some of the new varieties of plants for containers or hanging baskets which were tested last summer in a new trial - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Sowing the good seeds of a good lawn

7:00am Saturday 16th March 2013

Tips on creating a new lawn from seed - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Walkden's wisdom on container veg

9:20am Friday 8th March 2013

Tips on how to grow veg even in a small garden - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Gardening gifts for mother's day

7:00am Saturday 2nd March 2013

A look at choice of presents for the gardening mum for mother's day - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Shape up for summer

7:00am Saturday 23rd February 2013

Tips on how to add some formality to your gardens with topiary - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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A consumer's guide to gardening leave

7:00am Saturday 16th February 2013

The RHS launches its first ever garden holidays brochure featuring horticulture-themed holidays around the world for its green-fingered consumers - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Leaf through inspiring books

7:00am Saturday 9th February 2013

A look at some of the best books that provide inspiration and guidance on what to grow in your garden this year - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Keep the romance alive

7:00am Saturday 2nd February 2013

Tips on how to create a romantic garden which will last a lot longer than a bunch of flowers on Valentine's Day - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Seeds of survival for birds

7:00am Saturday 26th January 2013

With sub-zero temperatures upon us, the RSPB is advising people to make sure their bird feeders and tables are full of high-energy foods - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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Save our spuds

7:00am Saturday 19th January 2013

Leading charity Garden Organic warns that the persistent wet weather is posing a real threat to the future of rare varieties of potato - plus, find out what else needs doing in the garden this week.

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