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Gardening with Kitty: put the humble spud on parade this spring

The month of March and St Patrick’s Day has long been associated with planting early potatoes in the garden. Here's our best tips for starting your potato crop.

GARDENING 4 March 2026

Gardening with Kitty: put the humble spud on parade this spring

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Gardening with Paul: green, grey and blue – it’s all bamboo

Gardening with Paul: green, grey and blue – it’s all bamboo

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Gardening with Mary: it’s blooming time – best spring gardening tips

Gardening with Mary: it’s blooming time – best spring gardening tips

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Gardening with Paul: spring ‘snow’ in full bloom

Gardening with Paul: spring ‘snow’ in full bloom

Gardening with Paul: spring ‘snow’ in full bloom

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Gardening with Kitty: sowing the seeds for springtime

Gardening with Kitty: sowing the seeds for springtime

Gardening with Kitty: sowing the seeds for springtime

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Gardening with Paul: Alpines living in small spaces

Gardening with Paul: Alpines living in small spaces

Pots and troughs are perfect for growing Alpine plants – they offer flexibility and plenty of interest.

GARDENING 17 December 2025

Gardening with Paul: the witches are ablaze in winter

Gardening with Paul: the witches are ablaze in winter

Hamamelis is a winter flowering shrub bringing much needed brightness and cheer to January.

GARDENING 17 December 2025

Gardening with Mary: plant smart and hedge your bets

Gardening with Mary: plant smart and hedge your bets

Now is a good time to choose suitable plants for a garden hedge to establish strong roots.

GARDENING 17 December 2025

Gardening with Paul: A fresh start begins in the garden...

Gardening with Paul: A fresh start begins in the garden...

Now is the perfect time of year to consider what to plant and how to make it thrive in your garden.

GARDENING 17 December 2025

Gardening with Kitty: the rise of low-impact green gardening

Gardening with Kitty: the rise of low-impact green gardening

A new year brings the promise of good gardening habits and a successful season.

GARDENING 17 December 2025

Gardening with Paul: win points with your poinsettia

Gardening with Paul: win points with your poinsettia

Indoor plants often make beautiful Christmas gifts – here’s how to help them feel at home.

GARDENING 17 December 2025

Gardening with Mary: create a garden winter wonderland

Gardening with Mary: create a garden winter wonderland

Add some seasonal sparkle to your garden and enjoy the changes that come with winter.

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