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I want to start growing veg but my soil's been covered up for years. How do I start...?

I want to make compost from the plentiful supply of material in my large garden. Any recommendations...?

I've heard copper can cause unwanted soil problems in the garden. Does this mean the slug rings are a no-go...?

I want to water raspberry canes with a soaker hose from my water butt. What do you think I should use...?

I want to plant a new apple tree but I've heard conflicting reports of the best way to do so. Can you help...?

I've always used a paraffin heater in my greenhouse but the new Black Forest catalytic heaters have caught my eye. Do you recommend them...?

I'd like to get into home composting but there's only the two of us, a puppy and a small garden. What will I need and can I add waste from the dog to the heap as well....?

I've heard nematodes can be parasitic. Are they really the saftest option for garden slug control ...?

I'm considering purchasing a composter but I'm not sure which one to choose. Do I go for a tumbler, the Tumbleweed version or a 'Big Pig'...?