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Great garden gifts for Christmas 2017

November 27, 2017August 28, 2018 Charlotte Hallam

Keen gardeners are notoriously difficult to buy for at Christmas because in terms of tools, they’ve usually got everything they need and more. This means you need to work out those things that they’ve not yet worked out they need. Here we’ve come up with a selection of great ideas for any green fingered member of your family. Gardener’s World subscription A subscription is a great gift that can be enjoyed throughout the year and is perfect, whatever your budget. There’s currently a great offer available direct through the…

Homemade Christmas Gifts

November 22, 2017November 19, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

To kick off our Christmas Gift Guide series of posts, we thought we’d start with the most thoughtful of all – the homemade gift. Nothing says thoughtfulness like a homemade gift. The recipient will always love it because of the extra effort you’ve gone to. And, they’re also perfect for anyone on a limited budget. It doesn’t matter who you’re gifting to this year because we’ve got a selection of great, homemade options for you to try. Cocktail jars What better gift for your friends and family that a…

Must-try Christmas Bakes for 2017

November 17, 2017November 19, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

You might not like it, but it’s getting extremely close to that time of year. Over the next few weeks we’ll be getting you sorted for the big day, with everything from bakes and cakes, to gifts and party tips – so keep a look out for those. Christmas is a time when families get together to eat, drink and celebrate. Festive foods are most definitely one of the best things about this time of year. Their richness, and the warmth of the winter spices makes them the perfect choices…

Last Minute Garden Jobs Before the Season Change

November 6, 2017October 30, 2017 Charlotte Hallam

With winter just around the corner the idea of heading out into the garden is becoming a distant memory for many. However, before the cold weather really sets in, you can make the most of the daylight hours to tackle a few of those last-minute jobs. These last-minute tasks might not seem like much now, but they could bring huge benefits in the months to come. Take a look… Spend time over the next few weeks making the most of the relatively mild days and weekends. Plant garlic before the…