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New products at MowDirect

Friday, September 27th, 2013

MowDirect has these new lines today

Lawnflite SPBE-53HW Variable Speed High-Wheel Lawn Mower (Electric Start)

Lawnflite SPBE-53HW Variable Speed High-Wheel Lawn Mower (Electric Start) £350.00
Some self-propelled lawn mowers can be hard work to manoeuvre on rough ground – not so the Lawnflite SPBE-53HW. It’s equipped with a pair of extra large-diameter drive wheels, which ensure its rolls smoothly over bumpy terrain, while also increasing traction and making it much easier to turn. The Lawnflite SPBE-53HW High-Wheel Lawn Mower benefits from a variable speed drive system and employs a very high-performance 190cc Briggs & Stratton 800-Series engine that utilises overhead-valve technology for smoother power delivery, improved fuel-economy and a reduction in the emission of harmful particulates. The engine also features an electric starter, which eliminates the problems that are so common with standard recoil ignition systems. A performance muffler ensures noise-levels are minimised; while a Maxi-Clean™ air-filter helps to extend engine-life. Built around a heavy-gauge pressed steel chassis with a rust-resistant powder-coated paint finish, the Lawnflite SPBE-53HW will give you year-upon-year of unfailing service. It has a wide-ranging height-of-cut that’s adjustable between 20 and 90mm to suit conditions (adjustments are simple to make using just the one lever); and it features a folding handle that will help to maximise available space in your storage area. This model has a 53cm width-of-cut and a very capacious 80-litre grass-catcher; a combination that makes it a fast and efficient performer over larger areas.

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New products at Waltons

Friday, September 27th, 2013

New products added today at Waltons

Lifetime 8' x 7.5' Apex Plastic Shed

Lifetime 8′ x 7.5′ Apex Plastic Shed £978.00
This Lifetime 8’ x 7.5’ Apex Plastic Shed has been constructed using high density polyethylene panels supported by a strong powder coated framework throughout. The plastic panels have been UV treated to help prevent cracking, fading or warping and with no risk of rust or painting requirements these Lifetime sheds are extremely low maintenance and will last you for years to come.The 8’ x 7.5’ features double hinged double doors for access which are lockable, as well as a single styrene glazed window. Styrene is a safe and 100% shatterproof alternative to glass. The extra high eaves of this shed in addition to the apex roof design allow for easy storage of taller items as well as comfortable headroom while inside. A central vent in the front apex of the shed helps to provide airflow while maintaining the weatherproof nature of the shed. These buildings all come with full step by step instructions for assembly as well as a 10 year manufacturer’s warranty.Delivery is FREE to most UK postcodes. Please see our delivery pages for details.

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New products at Suttons Seeds

Friday, September 27th, 2013

Suttons Seeds just added these new items

Compact Polytunnel

Compact Polytunnel £19.99
If you are in to growing your own then we would highly reccomend this compact Polytunnel which measures 2m wide by 5 m long and 1m highThey’re practical and economical alternative to a greenhouse and can be used to raise bumper crops of tomatoes, cucumbers, etc, as well as many other fruit and veg! Some assembly required

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Organic Gardening: The Natural No-dig Way

Friday, September 27th, 2013

Organic Gardening: The Natural No-dig Way – Charles Dowding has been practising no-dig organic growing for over 30 years. In this new, full colour edition of Organic Gardening, he shares the wealth of his experience, explaining his approach to soil and plants and revealing the range of techniques that have enabled him to grow healthy and vibrant plants for decades. His success is based on some key principles: No-dig enhances soil structure and encourages healthy growth; Organic matter is best spread on the surface – just leave it on the top and let the worms take it in, aerating the soil as they do so; When starting with weedy soil there is a period of 3-12 months, depending on weed types, when the emphasis is on cleaning and improving the soil; Using a no-dig method you can easily control weeds with just a little hand weeding or hoeing every ten days or so, when weeds are small. Based on this approach and his experience of a system of permanent, slightly raised beds, Organic Gardening shows you how to grow a delicious variety of fruit and vegetables: what to choose, when to sow, plant and harvest, and how best to avoid pests and diseases without the need to dig.

Organic Gardening: The Natural No-dig Way full colour edn

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Price reductions at GreenFingers

Friday, September 27th, 2013

GreenFingers reduced the price on these products today

Chapelwood Premium Seed Mix 1kg

Chapelwood Premium Seed Mix 1kg was £2.99 now £1.99
Watch and see as birds return to your garden and enjoy these seeds.This Premium Seed mix is a specially selected blend of the finest quality seeds and grains available which are presented in a Stay Fresh foil lined bag for increased quality.This particular mix will provide a complete balanced dietary supplement and is ideal for all round feeding. 1kg bag

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New products at GreenFingers

Friday, September 27th, 2013

New products today at GreenFingers

Interlocking Raised Bed

Interlocking Raised Bed £15.99
This easily assembled raised bed with its interlocking feature is a great way to grow your vegetables herbs plants and flowers. With the interlocking detail this raised bed is also a great feature in your garden while making it an easier way for you to grow your vegetables or plants.The raised bed is made from pressure treated wood protecting it for longer.Dimensions: 1.2m x 1.2m x 0.144mPlease note: Watering can and plants not included

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What is a green manure?

Friday, September 27th, 2013

A green manure is a plant which is planted to provide nutrition to the soil, to act as a weed suppressant and to prevent bare soil.

By growing extra crops on soil rather than leaving them bare, you protect the soil from the excesses of wind, rain and sun.
You can get many different types of green manure. Mustard, clover, phacelia, and many others are available.
Some can add nitrogen – leguminous types of green manure plants eg: Field beans, winter tares.
Caliente mustard is thought to fumigate the soil.

All plants that put out roots into the soil help aerate the soil. The action of roots can break up tough soils and make the soil easier to work.

For overwintering you should plant in September or October. If the weather is too grim then seeds don’t get started very well.
A thick carpet of green manure will keep weeds down – they can’t compete very well against a flush of green manure. The layer of plants can either be dug in or chopped down and left on the surface as a mulch. You can leave them to fall at the first frost too. If some make it through the winter they may flower and set seed if you don’t cut them back. If you have a corner of the garden you don’t have a use for then just let them. The flowers are often good for the bees – mustard flowers are yellow, phacelia is grown for it’s bee-friendly flowers too.

Green manures DT Browns

Friday, September 27th, 2013

Green Manure Mustard (White) Seeds
 £1.79
Perfect for soils lacking organic matter, it grows on most soil types and produces large amounts of green matter and fibre and will help structure and moisture retention. Helps hold valuable nutrients and is ready for digging-in in only 4 to 8 weeks from sowing.

Green Manure Crimson Clover Seeds
 £1.79
A fast growing weed suppressant and great for beneficial insects, crimson clover is an excellent nitrogen ‘fixer’. Ideally dig in just before it flowers. Works very well in exposed areas.

Green Manure Lucerne (Alfalfa) Seeds
 £1.79
A deep rooting nitrogen fixer which will reach down and improve the sub-soil. If desired it can be left for a year or more before being dug in.

Green Manure Winter Rye Seeds
 £1.79
One of the very best over-wintering green manures. Soil structure is greatly improved through the abundance of fibrous roots produced and nutrient retention is improved in wet weather.

Green Manure Phacelia tanacetifolia Seeds
 £2.19
Winter hardy so can be over wintered. Ideal for adding humus content to impoverished soils.

Green Manure Seeds Collection
 £6.95
The great value collection includes:- Crimson Clover A fast growing weed suppressant and great for beneficial insects, crimson clover is an excellent nitrogen ‘fixer’. Ideally dig in just before it flowers. Works very well in exposed areas. Lucerne (Alfalfa), A deep rooting nitrogen fixer which will reach down and improve the sub-soil. If desired it can be left for a year or more before being dug in. Mustard (White) Perfect for soils lacking organic matter, it grows on most soil types and produces large amounts of green matter and fibre and will help structure and moisture retention. Helps hold valuable nutrients and is ready for digging-in in only 4 to 8 weeks from sowing. Phacelia tanacetifolia Winter hardy so can be over wintered. Ideal for adding humus content to impoverished soils. Winter Rye One of the very best over-wintering green manures. Soil structure is greatly improved through the abundance of fibrous roots produced and nutrient retention is improved in wet weather.

Autumn Sow Seed Collection
 £9.95
A collection of seeds for autumn sowing to give early crops next year just when the stores are depleted! The collection contains: Spring Onion, White Lisbon Winter Hardy Cauliflower, Mayflower F1 Cabbage, Spring Hero F1 Calabrese, Aquiles F1 Pea, Excellenz Broad Bean, Super Aquadulce Lettuce, Winter Density Green Manure, Phacelia tanacetifolia SAVE £4.27!

Price reductions at Crocus

Friday, September 27th, 2013

Crocus reduced the price on these items today

Window bird treat tray

Window bird treat tray was £5.99 now £4.99
This clear window bird feeder is a great way to see the birds close up. It clings to any window surface and is perfect for allowing full view of the birds without any obscuring plastic to hide your view. It is ideal for mealworms, nuts and seed mix. We think this feeder goes perfectly with the I love robins seed mix as listed below: Measurements: Height 2cm approx Length 12cm Width 10cm

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New products at Crocus

Friday, September 27th, 2013

Crocus just added these new items

Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' (evergreen magnolia)

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ (evergreen magnolia) £49.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: any moist, well-drained soil, including chalky Rate of growth: slow-growing Flowering period: August to September Hardiness: fully hardy Compact upright shrub with dark green leaves with hairy underside and small crea m flowers Garden care: Plant in a sheltered spot, away from strong winds. Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in spring. The best time to plant is in April, adding plenty of peat to the planting hole, in a sheltered spot. Mulch in spring with manure or leafmould, especially on dry soils.

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