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Pinch out growth tips on plants to encourage bushier growth, and trim off spent blooms to promote flowering. Regular feeding ensures stronger, more resilient plants.

If the only space you have for creating a garden is a small balcony, then take heart – you can still have greenery and colour. Make sure that the complex in which you live allows plants, and that there aren’t rules which specify which plants you may have.

Be sure to check how much weight your balcony can hold – terracotta and ceramic pots are much heavier than fabric bags or

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