The health benefits of nettles : consumption and applications Nettles (Urtica dioica) are a type of herbaceous perennial plant that belong to the family Urticaceae. They are native to many parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Nettles have long, thin leaves that are covered in tiny, stinging hairs, which can cause …
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You’ve carefully nurtured your darling seedlings for weeks. You’ve transplanted them into their forever home and they’re looking perky in the sunlight. Life is good. Or so you thought. The next day you check on your little green babies and all that is left is bare stems. You let your coffee mug smash on the …
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Greenhouses, raised beds, pots and polytunnels. It can all seem a bit pricey for the new gardener, especially if you’re trying to bring your food costs down. While they may look appealing on Instagram, and definitely have their benefits, it doesn’t have to be pretty, it just has to do the job! It makes you …
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The season for hot chocolates and snuggly jumpers is fast approaching. As we say goodbye to the leaves on the trees, you may feel like your garden is done for the year or that there isn’t any point starting anything now. Most winter vegetables need to be started earlier in the summer for a continued …
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