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    HERBAL remedies

    Aug 06, 2020 3 minutes

    Planted in the garden, herbs will not only look and smell wonderful, but will attract bees and other useful insects. Varieties such as basil, borage and thyme will help keep companion plants healthy, improve their flavour and protect them from the rigours of disease. Chives and garlic will also nurse neighbouring plants through sickness.

    Herbs grow best in sunshine – about five hours of full sun is enough to draw out the aromas and strong flavours of most herbs. In a south-facing, sage, rosemary and scented geraniums will all enjoy the sunshine, especially if they have gritty soil and good drainage.

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