In this article, I will describe how to hang a field gate from start to finish. How to hang a field gate Measure the length of the gate you want to hang. Add 6 inches 150mm to the gate length (4″ 100mm for the gate hanger brackets and 2″ 50mm clearance at the bar closer […]
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One of the most common issues faced by gardeners – hobbyists and professionals alike – is powdery mildew. This disease is easily recognized by its namesake powdery residue. Most commonly found on young leaves and shoots, powdery mildew is not usually fatal to the plant though it is a nuisance. There are multiple causes that
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Potatoes can be planted as soon as the ground becomes workable in early spring. Usually, by mid-February you can get out and prepare the soil for planting. Potatoes will not grow until the soil temperature has reached 45F so when you plant them you will need to be patient until the soil warms to this
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In this article, I will be covering how to grow Turnips (and Swedes), how long turnips take to grow, how to nurture them through the early (risky) period, and the pests and diseases you may encounter along the way. Turnips Turnips and swedes are similar vegetables although slightly different. A turnip usually grows smaller in
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Choosing the best place to plant your potatoes will be different for everyone. We all have different areas available to grow things in. Some people may have fields, allotments, or a large vegetable garden. Others may only have access to growing potatoes in a raised bed, and some may choose to grow potatoes in a
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Have you grown potatoes in the past and they turned out very small? If the answer is yes, then there will likely be a few reasons why this happened. One of the most important questions will be how much fertiliser was applied. But do you know which is the best type of fertiliser for growing
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