The sap of the Giant Hogweed can cause phytophotodermatitis (PPD) which isn’t easy to say and even more painful to experience. Basically, the sap reacts with sunlight to cause blistering and burns on the skin. […]
The first thing that strikes me about the Deputy Head of Operations for the Wye and Usk Foundation, Tom Richards, is that he is much less assuming than his title. Having a demeanour that Dad […]
The popular presenter of ITV’s The Wales Show, Matt Johnson readily admits to being a fair-weather gardener. “I enjoy spending time in the garden in summer with a big glass of wine. My gardening experience […]
World renowned Welsh winger, Shane Williams recalls fond childhood memories of the time spent with his grandparents. “My Grandfather Emyrs, is a very keen gardener,” he explains, “he is really good with his hands and […]
A UK supermarket recently announced that will be selling the first new vegetable for nearly ten years and the good news is that you can grow your own. Described as a flower-like Brussel sprout, the […]
Owners and founders of the Woolly Pocket planting system, Miguel and Rodney Nelson cheerfully admit to having no knowledge of plants before inventing their innovative products. “I am an artist and my brother is a […]
“As the spring bulbs start to emerge and bloom, if you didn’t plant any in your garden last autumn, you’ll probably wish you had. But don’t go without. Garden Centres will be selling a varity […]
Writer, broadcaster and Garden Agony Aunt, Valerie McBride-Munro admits to having had the affectionate title of Auntie Planty bestowed upon her by grateful gardeners. “Men always laugh,” she adds “but I have the last laugh […]
“A garden is only as good as its soil.” Clay soil will evoke frustration into the most enthusiastic of gardeners however, with a lot of love, care and commitment, it can actually be extremely productive. […]
Used to addressing demands in the Political Arena, Wales’s First Minister, Carwyn Jones also has a few challenges closer to home, in his garden. “Our soil is very poor,” he explains, “We have got a […]
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