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Gardening Tips

Preparing the garden in March

Published on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

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What to do in April

Published on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Prune shrubs - many shrubs will benefit from a trim this month to keep them tidy and encourage new growth. Shorten the shoots of cape fuchsia, cutting back strong side-shoots, shaping the plant and relieving congestion

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The month of May

Published on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Finish sowing hardy annual flowers outside in May.  Later sowings will result in later blooms

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The gardeners diary for June

Published on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Potted lilies will be growing quickly now and as their flowers start developing they will need some support.  Push several canes into the compost around the edge of the pot, linking them up with string to provide stability.  If border lilies are not supported by neighbouring plants, use stakes around these too Read whole article

July gardeners diary

Published on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Pinch out the growing tips of basket and container plants to encourage them to produce bushy even growth and lots of flowers

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The garden in February

Published on Monday, February 22nd, 2010

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October gardening

Published on Thursday, October 1st, 2009

As winter draws closer, there is much to do in the garden!

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September gardeners diary

Published on Thursday, August 27th, 2009

House plants which have been outside for the summer should be lifted in their pots, cleaned off and brought back inside before the weather deteriorates.  Check closely that pests including ants and slugs are not sneaking in with them

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The gardeners diary for August

Published on Monday, August 3rd, 2009

Ensure container plants especially evergreens never go short of water during the summer while they’re developing their flower buds for next spring’s display

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January gardening

Published on Monday, January 12th, 2009

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Childsplay

Childsplay is our very own toy department so whether you’re looking for a birthday present or play equipment, our toys are sure to keep the little ones happy.

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WOW Toys

Visit our toy department to see the full range of WOW toys available. From helicopters to tractors, police cars to diggers and boats to ambulances.

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Gifts

Don’t forget to put birthdays and anniversaries into your 2009 diary. When it comes to the perfect present we’ve put together a whole raft of ideas for every friend or family member!

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Pownalls

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