Common Garden wasps are often referred to as yellow jackets. They are a social wasp, which build nests and live in a colony that’s governed by an egg-laying queen. Although there are over 9,000 different species of wasps in the UK, only eight species are social wasps, which includes the European Hornet. The remaining species […]
The common assumption that all slugs are plant pests couldn’t be further from the truth, since it is only a relatively small number that primarily feed on plants. So, here in the British Isles, less than 20% of the 40 or so resident slug species cause problems to gardeners and growers, whilst the remaining species […]
The last 18 months have been tough for all of us, and we’re happy to be getting back to some form of normality. That means being able to attend events again – and we’re delighted to announce that we’ll be at the Norfolk Garden Show! The show, which is visiting the Norfolk Showground between 16th […]
A couple of frequently asked questions are ‘How do I deal with slugs in my garden in an environmentally safe way?’ and ‘How can I naturally deter flies from my garden?’ To address the first question; Slugs are a ubiquitous group of terrestrial molluscs of which there are over 40 different species in the British […]
The latest PlantGrow Champion to join us is Brigitte from @mossandstonefloraldesign! Brigitte creates seasonally-inspired floral art using flowers that are British-grown and locally-sourced. She teaches her floral style and ethos to florists and flower enthusiasts from her home studio as well as her online flower school, but she’s also a columnist, writer, photographer and podcast […]
Garden centres have been reeling since the government announced that peat compost sales to gardeners will be banned from 2024. While many have already begun to reduce the amount of peat products they offer or have reduced the amount of peat in their products, there is still a way to go. So what’s the hold up? The biggest […]
With the news that the government is set to ban the sale of peat products to gardeners by 2024, there has been an increase in people searching online to find out what peat is and what kind of products are peat-free. And since we’re the first UK company to produce natural fertilisers through a renewable energy process, we […]
The latest gardener to join our network of PlantGrow Champions is Derek, also known as @fiveminutegardener on Instagram. We’re delighted Derek is helping us to build our community of organic, chemical-free gardeners, and show them how they can grow nutritious and delicious foods. Derek is a relative newcomer to the gardening world, unlike some of […]
Peat composts will be banned from 2024 as part of the new England Peat Action Plan. As a result, UK growers are now on the lookout for alternatives and PlantGrow is confident that the company’s products can fully replace peat products by the time the ban is enacted. The England Peat Action Plan, which hopes […]
10 ways to turn your back garden into an idyllic wildlife paradise Ten simple steps to transform your garden into an irresistible natural habitat for birds, bees, butterflies and all manner of wildlife. 1. Build a shelter Offer shelter for birds to nest, or somewhere they can fly to, to stay safe. Depending on the […]
PlantGrow is set to replace peat products after the government announced that peat compost sales to gardeners will be banned from 2024. The UK’s peatlands store three times as much carbon as its forests when let in good condition. But most are in a degraded state, and are contributing to the climate crisis by emitting […]
Why using an organic fertiliser is better for your fruit, vegetables, and herbs Daniel Suggitt shares his top tips and tricks to help you get the most from your vegetable patch. Q: Why should I use fertiliser on my fruits and vegetables? A: To help you get the most from your garden. Fertilisers supply your […]
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