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Archive for November, 2015
Thursday, November 26th, 2015
This video claims to make compost in four weeks.
When you watch it you realise he’s only putting a small proportion of compostable materials in with lots of other stuff – he builds a good worm environment which breaks the small amount of matter down fairly quickly.
I think the chopping he does is a good idea. I think the mixing with some real soil is useful – it’s full of bacteria and worms. And watering it with diluted urine is a good idea – it’s a great activator. All those additives – including spent mushroom compost, dried shredded seaweed, well rotted manure, worm castsm, etc etc – they’re already composted and you don’t need to add all those – you could be using those straight away and not worrying about what the worms are doing so much in your compost bin. He also says about not composting onions and citrus – which I disagree with, but it’s not the first time I’ve heard this. He says something about the worms trying to climb out of the bin because of it. Surely worms would go down through the ground rather than up?
Anyway it’s interesting to watch and might encourage you to finely chop your garden waste PLUS you get to see his secret muck heap which is amazing. I’d like to go picnic there too!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIQZaWelMM0
Filed: Composting
Thursday, November 26th, 2015
GreenFingers just added loads of new products
Kingfisher Heavy Duty Garden Refuse Bag – 170 litre £4.99
This reusable Kingfisher Heavy Duty Garden Refuse Bag is the perfect way to haul around soil gravel leaves or rubbish in your garden. Made of tough woven polythene fabric you can use this bag again and again for hauling difficult to carry items like soil or gravel. Reusable bag for soil or debris. Tough polythene fabric. Folds flat for storage. It
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Filed: GreenFingers, New Products
Thursday, November 26th, 2015
Crocus has these new products today
Haws watering gift set £39.99
This watering can gift set is great for any gardener. It comes boxed together with a 300ml mist sprayer which is great for watering your more delicate plants. The 1 litre watering can is hand-made from pre-galvanised metal and is available in a range of colours. It also has a brass rose with fine spray holes for delicate watering.
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Filed: Crocus, New Products
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
John Lewis has cut the price of these items
Bobble Water Bottle with Tether Cap, 550ml was £9.99 now £8.00
This ergonomically-designed water bottle features an electro-positive carbon filter that removes chlorine and organic contaminants from tap water with ease, offering cleaner, better tasting water. This model’s new and improved design includes a silicone cap tethered to the bottle so that you don’t lose it, making it perfect for anyone on the go. The reusable bottle is made from recycled PET, which is free from potentially harmful BPAs, offering an eco-friendly alternative to expensive bottled water. The filter offers around 150L of filtered water, or approximately 2 months use and is also recyclable when expended.
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Filed: John Lewis, Price Reductions
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
New items at John Lewis
Babymel Buzzy Bee Lunch Bag, Pink/Multi £13.00
This pretty Babymel lunch bag is practical and fashionable. Decorated with an all-over buzzy bee print, it features a top grab handle and double zip fastening. Dimensions: H19.5 x W26 x D6cm.
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Filed: John Lewis, New Products
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
Gardening Direct just added these new items
Lucky Dip 3 Litre Climbing Roses 3 Plants £19.99
Lucky Dip Offer – Normal Price £25.98, Now only £19.98 – SAVE £5.99! We will send you 3 Climbing Roses in individual 3 Litre Pots, guaranteed to be in perfect nursery fresh condition and at the ideal time to plant out! Normally £25.98 – NOW JUST £19.99!This is your opportunity to take advantage of a spectacular offer. For a very limited time and only whilst stocks last, we are giving you the opportunity to SAVE £5.99 when you buy 3 of our Lucky Dip 3 Litre Climbing Roses.With this fabulous deal, you will receive 3 of our best selling varieties which include: Alloha, Climber Maigold, Climber Peace, Climber Rumba, Compassion, Dans De Feu, Handel, School Girl.
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Filed: Gardening Direct, New Products
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
Waltons just added this new product

Waltons Space Shed £999999.00
This fully armed and operational battle stat… *ahem* potting shed, features twin walled 12mm tongue and groove cladding and has a maximum atmospheric speed of 1050km/h. The shed offers skylight views of the galaxy with two opening roof windows and also features a modified class 2 hyperdrive to ensure your geraniums are always in the best light. Fitted with a laser cannon turret, this Space Shed helps to defend against slugs and also has removable shelving stations so you can smuggle as much loot as you can carry. With a building like this, you’re going to want defenses. This shed is equipped with a large scale deflector shield generator to prevent damage and comes with a 10 year anti-rot guarantee. We advise a 2 person crew however this shed does have a passenger capacity of up to 15 if you like your spaces on the cosy side. Painted in an attractive gunmetal grey and charcoal black, we can guarantee it won’t resist laser fire but does look exceptionally cool. Not into potting sheds? We can modify this craft to suit your needs! The twin walled design allows for electrical ports and lights to easily be fitted and stop it falling to the dark side. Our Space Shed offers the perfect retreat for kids to play in and could even be the perfect place for gaming. This is the shed you’re looking for! Please Note: Waltons is not responsible for any loss of pressure caused by opening the roof windows. Atmospheric speed is just an estimate and does require liquid metal fuel cells (not supplied). Average speed without fuel cells is still a blistering 0km/h!
Filed: New Products, Waltons
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
Garden Buildings Direct just added these new items
70mm W5.5m x D4.0m £4199.99
The Billyoh Village Hall Log Cabin 5.5m x 4m Log cabin comes in 44mm and 70mm cladding. There are also options for veranda and double glazing for this Log Cabin . Constructed from solid 44mm timbers, with a 70mm option, this elegant, well-ventilated Log Cabin is a fantastic addition to any garden. This Log Cabin is distinguished by a verandah, and a striking gable feature above the generous double doors, making it an attractive, versatile addition to your garden. Manufactured by BillyOh.com.
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Filed: Garden Buildings Direct, New Products
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
We've found a reduced price today on this item at Gardens and Homes Direct
was £137.99 now £119.99
Perfect in the garden or any indoor setting: With a stylish jet black trunk, flexible branches and cherry blossom shades, our Outdoor & Indoor cherry blossom trees creates a soft yet bright, atmospheric lighting effect. Ideal as a pathway and border decoration or as part of any illuminated display. LED bulbs use very little power and will last up to 500 times longer than conventional bulbs. 540 Warm White & 60 Ice White LEDs. Complete with low voltage transformer and BS plug. Sturdy metal plate stand. Perfect for festive and garden displays, celebration table centrepieces or in the conservatory. Suitable for outdoor and indoor use. (plug in indoors or a weatherproof outdoor socket). Dimensions: Height 210cm/7ftLead Wire 10m/23ft 9in
Filed: Gardens and Homes, Price Reductions
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015
New item at Dobies

Pop Up Garden Planter + 2 FREE Wall Planters £20.00
A quick, easy and very affordable way to grow your own veg, at easy working height, on a patio or balcony! Its easy-to-assemble powder-coated steel tubular frame is tough yet lightweight, and it folds flat for easy storage. The robust pre-formed liner has a sewn-in water membrane to ensure good moisture retention, and the planter has angled feet caps for greater stability. Measures 40cm (16) x 65cm (26) x 79cm (31) high. Holds approximately 50 litres of compost. Plus it comes complete with 2 Living Wall Planters! Available in lime green only.2 FREE LIVING WALL PLANTERS – Ideal for flowers, herbs or salads, our Wall Planters make vertical wall gardening easy – just add compost and plants! They’re easy to mount on a wall, fence or balcony, with a simle hook system (expandable metal S hooks included) for adding more planters. They feature reinforced eylets and webbing for strength, and are lined to ensure good moisture retention. Available in lime green only.BUY 1 PLANTER FOR 20.00, BUY 2 FOR 30.00!
Filed: Dobies, New Products
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