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November Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

November Gardening Guide

The idea suddenly hit me, whilst carrying out the usual errands that a Saturday often brings, that I desperately needed to create an autumn wreath. And that was it, there was nothing else I could…

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October Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

October Gardening Guide

I completely deleted and fully restarted this months gardening guide. You see, I’d started writing and it wasn’t until I picked it up again the following day that I realised I’d started this whole October guide by moaning. And, really, who wants to read that?…

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September Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

September Gardening Guide

The first apples have been harvested from the new allotment this week so Autumn must be on it’s way. Even if you haven’t noticed the buckets starting to appear at the end of driveways with ‘Free Apples’ signs popping out the top, the changing light...

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August Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

August Gardening Guide

After my plans taking an unexpected turn in recent weeks, my focus has turned to my own garden. There’s something special about spending time within your own outdoor space while the sun shines and the breeze is warm. Having nurtured...

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July Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

July Gardening Guide

A ‘Busman’s holiday’ is a relatively new term to me and it turns out I was lucky enough to go on one earlier this month. I’ve learned that the secret to a successful holiday for me is to take some…

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June Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

June Gardening Guide

When I read the description for the ‘Regenerative Gardening’ workshop, I knew I needed to attend. It’s not often that you find a workshop or teaching moment that completely…

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May Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

May Gardening Guide

Ah, May! The month of first BBQs, alliums and Chelsea Flower Show. I’m always sad to see Spring go but the foxgloves distract me just enough to not feel it too deeply. One of my all time favourite flowers is…

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April Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

April Gardening Guide

I’m going to be honest with you right now… I’ve had to fight the urge SO HARD this month for the guide to not simply be ‘stay inside and hope for better weather in May’. I’ve officially entered the grumpy stage of this bout of British weather. Aside from…

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In The Night Garden
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

In The Night Garden

You can give your garden a whole extra level of dimension if you consider what it offers during the night. Sound strange? Stick with me…

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March Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

March Gardening Guide

This month’s guide is a momentous one, it completes the first year of my monthly gardening guides (hoorah!). March is a lovely month to…

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Designing your garden for hedgehogs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

Designing your garden for hedgehogs

When you think about British wildlife, one of the first creatures that springs to mind is cute with spikey hair and a wet nose…

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February Gardening Guide
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

February Gardening Guide

Sunshine, could that possibly be YOU?! What a glorious few days we’ve had with some sunshine peeking through the clouds reminding us the spring days are on their way…

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January Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

January Gardening Jobs

I will take snow and frost any day, as long as it means we can keep this glorious sunshine. I’m a big believer in…

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December’s Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

December’s Gardening Jobs

I may have a lot of spring bulbs left to plant but when a new allotment plot was offered to me, I just couldn’t say no!…

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November’s Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

November’s Gardening Jobs

You may feel like there isn’t much to do in your garden to get it dolled up for the festive season, I think the one thing you can do for maximum impact is simply to add a planter next to your front door…

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Winter Planter Inspo
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

Winter Planter Inspo

Now is the perfect time to pot up your winter planter as it’ll be all done and blooming before the Christmas rush begins. Unsure of what to select? Here’s a few ideas for you…

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October’s Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

October’s Gardening Jobs

It’s full on Autumn now and I’m living my best life. You already know by now I am the cliché Autumn Girl who lives for incredible Autumn foliage on trees…

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September’s Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

September’s Gardening Jobs

Oooooh, the ‘ber’ months have arrived! I would argue that September to December are the best months of the year, although I know a few people who would disagree (including a lovely blonde florist friend of mine). Soon the pumpkins will be ready…

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August’s Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

August’s Gardening Jobs

Oh sunshine, is that you?! It’s quite unbelievable just how different the last few weeks’ weather has been in comparison to this time last year…

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July’s Gardening Jobs
Laura Kendallsmith Laura Kendallsmith

July’s Gardening Jobs

It’s been a funny few weeks for me and the good ol’ English weather. A wonderful weekend trip with friends featuring a picnic tea with rounds of laughter…

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