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    Chris Collins on…leaves and leafmould

    Leave your leaves alone, says our head of organic horticulture as he relishes the annual fall.

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    We’ve been named UK National Collection Holder for Calendula

    Our vitally important conservation work has been recognised with a third National Plant Collection from Plant Heritage.

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    15 reasons to plant a fruit tree

    With National Tree Week around the corner, we reveal why fruit trees can be such a beneficial part of your garden.

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    What weeds tell you about your soil

    Alice Whitehead reveals how common garden weeds can help you understand your soil conditions and plan ahead

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    Is urban horticulture more carbon heavy?

    Dr Anton Rosenfeld delves beyond the headlines to unpick the analysis of urban and conventional agriculture’s carbon footprints

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    How to have a greener Halloween

    Master Composter Frankie Kennett shows you how to make the most of your pumpkin harvest and leftovers on 31 October.

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    Our Seed Guardians are Environmental Champions

    Volunteer gardeners and growers from our Heritage Seed Library (HSL) have scooped an ‘Environment Champion Award’ for their work protecting rare vegetables seeds.

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    You’ve heard of broad beans…now plant field beans!

    Autumn is a great time to plant green manures on your vegetable plot. Field beans are easy to sow and grow like beans – the difference is you leave them in the soil rather than popping on your plate

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    Four low-cost wildlife habitats made from recycled materials

    Attract insects and birds with items rescued from your house and garden this Recycle Week.

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    Chris Collins on…seed saving

    Our head of organic horticulture shares why he loves seed saving and what he’s collecting this year.