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What is ‘Chitting’ a Potato?

You may or may not have heard of the term ‘Chitting’ before. This is a gardening term which is used to describe the process that encourages the seed potato to sprout faster. This will speed up the growing process, allowing you to get a head start on your gardening this …

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Paraic’s Plant of the Month: February 2021

Wheatgrass is a powerful way to get a homegrown nutritional boost.  It is very easy to grow and can be left sitting on your window sill at home. Or, if you’d like you can place it on your office desk for a modern, funky approach.  There are many dietary benefits …

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Artificial Christmas Tree Guide

Is there anything better than getting a new Christmas tree? Nothing beats the excitement of taking it home and filling it with decorations. It brings the family together and gets everybody in the Christmas spirit. There are two types of people when it comes to Christmas trees: those who swear …

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Steps to Sowing Seeds Successfully

Sow your seeds, whatever the weather The Irish weather can keep us all cooped up inside the house when we don’t want to be. We are taken away from the outdoor activities we really enjoy, from gardening to exercising. Don’t let the awful weather we’ve had recently put you off …

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How to Grow Onion Bulbs & Seeds

Onions are the best – delicious, easy to grow and require very little effort. Imagine having a regular supply right outside your door, ready for whenever your in the mood for a fresh, crispy salad? Growing onion bulbs & seeds at home is easier than you’d think. If you’d like …