Gardener Warns: Avoid Pruning These Plants in January
Gardening expert Simon Eade warns against pruning stone fruit trees, evergreens, roses, and Mediterranean herbs in January to avoid disease and frost damage.
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Monty Don Warns Gardeners: Avoid These Three Plants in Neutral Soil
Monty Don warns gardeners with neutral soil to avoid camellias, rhododendrons, and pieris, as they require acidic conditions. He recommends containers or raised beds.
July Gardening Jobs: Essential Tasks for a Thriving Garden
July is peak summer for gardens, but expert James Ewens warns against complacency. Key tasks include deadheading, feeding birds, responsible watering, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control.
Plastic Peril: Who's Really Responsible for Australia's Waste?
Australia's NSW bans single-use plastics as part of a nationwide shift, but recycling rates remain low and challenges persist.
‘Christmas miracle’ as cat returns home after 11 years
A family in Nuneaton is celebrating a 'Christmas miracle' after their cat Toby returned home 11 years after going missing, thanks to his microchip.
Boy, 14, Dies After Boxing Day Tractor Crash in County Durham
Aaron Anderson, 14, died after a John Deere Gator overturned on a farm in Burnopfield, County Durham, on 21 December. He passed away on Boxing Day.
Natural £1.49 Bran Barrier Repels Slugs Effectively
Slugs cause £8m in UK garden damage annually. A bran barrier costing £1.49 is a top-rated natural deterrent, according to Gardeners' World trials.
Monty Don: Daily Deadheading for Beautiful Roses
Monty Don advises gardeners to deadhead roses daily using secateurs, cutting spent stems back to the next leaf or bud, to promote continuous flowering and strong growth.
Titchmarsh: Cut Grass Now to Banish Rats All Summer
Alan Titchmarsh advises gardeners to mow lawns short to deter rats, as rodents avoid exposed areas. He stresses solid compost bins and warns long grass attracts them.
Natural Bran Barrier for Slugs Costs Just £1.49
Bran barriers scored 5/5 in Gardeners' World trials as the most effective natural slug deterrent. Slugs cost UK gardeners £8 million annually. Bran costs £1.49 at Holland & Barrett.
Heythrop Zoo Closed: Founder Retires, Site to Storage
Heythrop Zoo, famous for supplying animals for Harry Potter and Mission: Impossible, has permanently closed after founder Jim Clubb retired at 71. The site will become storage units.
Make a £1.49 Natural Barrier to Keep Slugs Out of Your Garden
Slugs cause £8 million in plant damage yearly in UK gardens. A £1.49 bran barrier, rated 5/5 by Gardeners' World, is a proven natural remedy to repel and kill slugs without harming soil.
Alan Titchmarsh's Lawn Tip Stops Rats in Garden
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh advises keeping grass short and securing compost heaps to deter rats, as UK rat populations range from 10 to 100 million.
First NHS Worker in Scotland Dies from Coronavirus
Janice Graham, 58, becomes first NHS worker in Scotland to die from Covid-19, remembered for kindness and compassion.
Alan Titchmarsh's Easy Tip to Deter Rats from Gardens
Alan Titchmarsh advises keeping grass short to deter rats, as they prefer cover. A solid compost heap structure also prevents infestations. Rat numbers in UK may exceed 100 million.
Monty Don: Daily Deadheading Key to Beautiful Roses
Gardening expert Monty Don advises daily deadheading with secateurs to encourage more blooms. Cut spent stems back to the next leaf or bud for best results.
Ark of the Covenant Ruins Found by Archaeologists in Israel
Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered ruins at Shiloh that may be linked to the biblical Tabernacle, which housed the Ark of the Covenant. The discovery includes a southern wall matching the Tabernacle's described layout, along with ritual artifacts.
Collyhurst Regeneration: Locals Feel 'Pushed Out'
Residents of Collyhurst say they are being 'pushed out' by a major regeneration scheme involving new homes, a tram stop, and shops, though the council insists no one must leave unless they choose to.
Bents Launches Life-Size Dinosaur Trail for Summer
Bents Garden Centre in Warrington launches 'Dinosaurs in the Hidden Garden' trail from July 1 to September 6, featuring life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, interactive activity tents, and family-friendly fun. Tickets from £6.95.
85p Cinnamon Hack to Repel Ants Urged for UK Homes
A Reddit user's tip to use cinnamon as an ant repellent costs just 85p from Sainsbury's. The spice disrupts ant pheromone trails, offering a cheap, non-toxic pest control method for UK households.
Birds Across UK Change Behaviour Due to Climate Change
Birds across the UK have changed their behaviour due to climate change, the RSPB warns. Upland and seabird populations face steep declines, while southern species expand northward.
Hearts Dismantling After Near Glory Worries Stevenson
Ryan Stevenson fears Hearts' rapid dismantling after coming within three minutes of a title, with eight signings made before new boss Vrancken's arrival.
Essential July Gardening Jobs for a Thriving Summer Garden
Expert James Ewens shares 5 crucial July gardening tasks: deadheading, feeding birds, watering wisely, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control to keep gardens healthy.
5 July Gardening Jobs for Thriving Plants All Summer
Gardeners are urged to complete five key tasks in July, including deadheading, feeding birds, watering wisely, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control, to ensure a flourishing garden through summer.
Scots Active: Racist Group Spreading Hatred Exposed
Scots Active, a far-right group led by Darren Docherty, is exposed as a racist organization spreading hatred. The group targets immigrants under the guise of protecting women and children.
Gang of masked Nazi louts behind Glasgow protest unveiled
Darren Docherty, founder of far-right group Scots Active, led a masked anti-immigration protest in Glasgow on June 13, clashing with police and making Nazi salutes.
Campaigners Urge Scots to Object to 'Humungous' AI Data Centres
Campaigners against two massive AI data centres in Larbert and Auchtertool urge Scots to submit objections by July 2 deadline. The centres would require 900 MW of power, nearly a quarter of Scotland's peak demand.
5 July Gardening Jobs for Thriving Summer Gardens
Gardening expert James Ewens shares five essential July tasks: deadheading, feeding birds, watering deeply, supporting pollinators, and natural pest control to keep gardens vibrant.
Tomato Farmer Reveals Best Storage for Flavour and Texture
Tomato farmer Matt Hau advises storing whole tomatoes at room temperature for best flavour and texture, not in the fridge. Cut tomatoes should be refrigerated cut-side down in a sealed container.
Tomato Farmer Shares Best Storage Spot for Fresher Tomatoes
Tomato farmer Matt Hau advises storing whole tomatoes at room temperature, not in the fridge, for best flavour and texture. Cut tomatoes should go in an airtight container.
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