Leggy seedlings are usually a light problem — they grow faster than the light available, so stems stretch and weaken. This UK-focused guide shows you how to stop stretching with stronger, closer light after germination, slightly cooler growing-on temperatures, early thinning, steadier watering, and gentle airflow. It also includes a 60-second diagnosis, a printable checklist, and clear rescue vs restart advice (including when you can pot tomatoes deeper).
How to Start Seeds Early in the UK with a Heated Propagator (Tomatoes, Chillies & More)
Starting seeds early in the UK can be frustrating in cold homes and grey winters. This guide shows how heated propagators, heat mats and DIY heated benches create the warm conditions seeds need for fast, reliable germination and stronger seedlings.
Benefits of Oyster Shell for Chickens — Stronger Eggs, Healthier Hens
Oyster shell is the easiest way to give laying hens the extra calcium they need for strong, reliable eggshells. This guide explains when to offer it, how much hens actually use, and the real benefits for UK backyard flocks.
Copper Maran Chicken Breed — A UK Keeper’s Guide
Copper Marans are calm, dual-purpose chickens from France, loved for their dark chocolate-brown eggs, gentle nature and resilience in UK weather — a beautiful, hardy addition to any small flock.
Nestera Aspen Chicken Coop UK Review
The Nestera Aspen 6 promises easy cleaning, comfort and red-mite resistance — but does it deliver? Here’s my first-hand look at its build, ventilation and real-world practicality compared with the Penthouse and Omlet Eglu in UK conditions.
How to Protect Potted Plants from Frost in the UK
Frost can kill container plants overnight. Learn how to Protect Potted Plants from Frost in the UK with fleece, bubble-wrap and smart microclimate tricks. This guide shows you when to cover, how to insulate roots, and the mistakes to avoid so your pots survive the coldest nights.
Overwintering Dahlias in the UK: Your Definitive Guide to Survival
Overwintering dahlias in the UK means acting quickly after the first frost: cut back and lift tubers, cure and store them at 4–7 °C; or, if lifting isn’t practical, insulate pots and keep them dry. In very mild, well‑drained areas you can leave them in the ground under deep mulch, but be ready to accept losses. The guide explains kill‑temperature thresholds, step‑by‑step storage, moisture management and common mistakes to avoid.
How to Prune Apple Trees in Winter (UK)
Prune apple trees in the UK during winter dormancy (Nov–Feb) for healthier growth and better harvests. Learn how to spot spur vs tip-bearing varieties, make clean cuts, and avoid common mistakes. A practical, step-by-step guide with tools, sanitation tips, and a pruning calendar tailored to UK gardeners.
Planting Broad Beans in Autumn (UK Guide)
Autumn sowing broad beans means stronger roots and an earlier harvest in spring. This UK guide explains the best varieties, how deep and far apart to plant, and how to protect them through winter.
Cosmos in Autumn (UK): Deadhead or Cut Back, Frost Hardiness & Saving Seed
Cosmos in autumn will flower until the first frost; deadhead now, and once nights drop below 5 °C, stop, cover with fleece, and save seed. Decision for deadheading or cutting back Cosmos in August: Tonight ≤ 5 °C: cover with fleece; stop deadheading; start saving seed. Nights > 5 °C: keep deadheading; cut back leggy stems by ⅓. Quick habit:…
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