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Q Since I’ve been spending more time gardening, I’m using more water. How can I preserve water, but also keep my plants and flowers looking fresh?

Vanessa Day, Dundee

A Marcus Eyles, who is Horticultural Director at Dobbies Garden Centres, has this advice… There are many ways you can use less water and still keep your garden looking great. They’re all really easy and you’ll quickly find that you’re using much less water from the tap, which reduces your usage and saves on water bills.

One great way to save water is to reuse boiled kitchen water from cooking or steaming. Instead of draining it through the colander and pouring it away, pop a bowl underneath the colander so

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