Singing through the Soil
This has been a long, difficult growing season in Salvisa. Farm crops and the garden were parched. Groundhogs, with little else to graze, went whole-hog on the 27-acre organic…
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The Ultimate Guide to Mademax 1W Solar Bird Bath Fountain Pump
The Mademax 1W Solar Bird Bath Fountain Pump is a game-changer for outdoor enthusiasts looking to harness the power of the sun in their garden oasis. This solar bird bath…
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Bermuda Buttercup: Neither Bermudan Nor a Buttercup
Bermuda buttercup is one of the best-known names for a plant that evolved nowhere near Bermuda, and that is in no way related to buttercups. But it is yellow, and…
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Shakespeare Family Homes – Shakespeare’s New Place 2-for-1 Entry
This is the site of Shakespeare’s family home for the last 19 years of his life. The garden layout and sculptures echo the footprint of the original building, while the…
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The Secret to Year-Round Gardening: How to Grow Vegetables in Every Season – Unlocking Nature’s Bounty
Welcome to a world where the changing seasons don't dictate your garden's productivity. Where fresh, homegrown vegetables are not limited to the summer months but are a year-round delight. Imagine…
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Quick Takes With: Sandeep Salter
Sandeep Salter was one of the many New Yorkers who escaped crowded city life during the COVID pandemic and decamped to the country. She wrote about that year-long experience living…
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Ickworth Estate 2-for-1 Entry
These gardens reflect the changing times of the estate, and the tastes of its many previous owners. The Italianate garden is the earliest surviving example of its kind in the…
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Winter Soil Preps – A Gardener’s Guide to Frosty Groundwork
As the chill of winter descends, a gardener's work is far from over. The frosty season brings its own unique set of challenges and opportunities for soil preparation. This is…
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Gawsworth Hall & Gardens 2-for-1 Entry
Peaceful gardens and grounds surround the historic manor house. The formal gardens are filled with an abundance of roses, colourful bedding displays, flowering climbers, statues, lawns and fine trees, along…
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Croome 2-for-1 Entry
Designed by Capability Brown in the 18th century, this elegant landscape features a serpentine lake with islands and bridges, surrounded by shrubberies, trees and parkland. Ideal for exploring in every…
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