Amateur Gardening

Ask Anne Anne Swithinbank’s masterclass on: potting essentials

Top Tip

Every plant is an individual, and it often pays to inspect their roots. Upend the pot, tap the rim against a solid post or surface, slide the roots out and check.

Better potting skills for all needs

I am new to gardening, but last year collected a few indoor and outdoor plants that are still in their

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