Kitchen Garden

Don’t mention the P word!

Plastic is everywhere we look. For many years we gardeners haven’t been able to avoid it as we need a strong material to house our precious plants. Now, there’s no excuse. There are so many plastic-free alternatives available, all from sustainable and independent companies. I’ve been putting some sustainable pots to the test, so you can make your garden plastic free! I also suggest some ways to repurpose plastic found in your home.

SILI-SEEDLINGS TRAYS

Flexible, durable and reusable, these trays are a must-have for seed sowing. They are made out of silicone, so it’s easy to transfer and repot seedlings. They can be cleaned easily after every use and stacked. Sili-Seedlings trays seal each other, so don’t

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