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Price reductions at Harrod Horticultural

Thursday, April 27th, 2017

Harrod Horticultural has cut the price of these items

Harrod Slot And Lock

Harrod Slot And Lock was £25.00 now £24.00
The Harrod Slot And Lock Flat Aluminium Pond Covers Are A Great Way To Protect Your Pond – And Fish- From Herons, Falling Leaves And Other Pond Undesirables And You Can Be Sure These High Quality, Entry Level Covers Will Last For Years.thats Because They Utilise The Rhs Chelsea Flower Show Garden Product Of The Year 2012 Award Winning Slot And Lock Technology To Hold The 16mm Diameter, Corrosion Resistant (always Handy Near Water) Black Powder Coated Aluminium Framework Securely Together, Allowing The 16mm Extruded Polyethylene Mesh Netting – As Used As Standard On The Side Of Our Fruit Cages – To Get On With The Job Of Pond Security.available In Size Options From 1m Up To 3m, The Flat Pond Covers Sit On The Surface Around The Pond. both Lightweight For Easy Access And Durable, The Slot And Lock Pond Covers Will Keep Fish Happy And Herons Glum For Years To Come. please Note That The Harrod Slot And Lock Aluminium Pond Covers Are Not Designed Or Guaranteed To Prevent Children And Pets From Falling Into Ponds.harrod Slot And Lock Flat Aluminium Pond Cover Lays On Pond Edgesavailable In A Range Of Size Options From 1m Up To 3mframework Made From 16mm Diameter, Anti Corrosion Black Powder Coated Aluminum Tubingpond Covers Use Award Winning Slot And Lock Connectorspond Covers Include Tubing, Connectors, Netting And Cable Ties.braces Can Be Bought Separately For Extra Rigidity In The Corners If Needed – Select Gdn-739. lightweight For Easy Accesskeeps Out Herons And Falling Leavesnot Designed Or Guaranteed To Prevent Children And Pets Falling Into Waterraised Aluminium Pond Cover Is Also Available.

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Price reductions at John Lewis

Thursday, April 27th, 2017

Reduced price on products today at John Lewis

Sistema Lunch Cube, Assorted

Sistema Lunch Cube, Assorted was £5.00 now £4.00
The lunch cube is a stylish and compact multi-compartment cube perfect for school, work, picnics and to eat on the move. It has multi-compartments which are ideal for storing sandwiches and snacks separately. It has an easy-open locking clip and inner seal to ensure your food stays fresher for longer. This item is dishwasher, freezer and microwave safe and made from BPA and lead free virgin materials. Please note: these come in assorted colours and unfortunately it is not possible to request which colour you would prefer. Please allow us to pick one on your behalf. Please note: this product is not leak-proof and needs to be stored upright if carrying liquids.

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New products at John Lewis

Thursday, April 27th, 2017

John Lewis just added these new products

KETTLER Palma Armchair Cover

KETTLER Palma Armchair Cover £34.99
Retain the pristine condition of your Kettler Armchair during the winter months with this polyester Palma Armchair Cover. Offering maximum coverage for your sofa, this cover protects your armchair from the harsher elements thanks to its handy pull cord that provides more security.

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New products at Gardens and Homes Direct

Thursday, April 27th, 2017

Gardens and Homes Direct has this new product today

Tom Graphite Grey Left Hand Corner Sofa

Tom Graphite Grey Left Hand Corner Sofa £1.00
Features Designed and manufactured in Europe, built to the highest standard of style and durability. Finished with premium-quality Nautilex fabric – all-weather, UV-resistant, waterproof and resistant to mould and mildew. Seating space for three people – perfect for entertaining outdoors. Great at the poolside. Supported by a three-year warranty. Dimensions: Full Size: W234cm x D136cm x H72cm / W92in x D54in x D28in

New products at Suttons Seeds

Thursday, April 27th, 2017

New lines at Suttons Seeds

Prunus lusitanica Plant - Angustifolia

Prunus lusitanica Plant – Angustifolia £34.99
An evergreen shrub or small tree of a bushy habit. Small fragrant white flowers in early summer are followed by dark purple fruits in the autumn. Leaves and fruit may be harmful if eaten. Height 301cm+. Supplied in a 7.5-10 litre pot.

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New products at GreenFingers

Thursday, April 27th, 2017

GreenFingers has these new items today

Moulton Mill FSC Stainless Steel Digging Fork

Moulton Mill FSC Stainless Steel Digging Fork £18.99
With this Moulton Mill FSC Stainless Steel Digging Fork you get a quality garden implement that not only looks great but is more than up to the task in hand as well as being durable and long lasting.Milton Mill products are crafted from FSC certified ash which gives you peace of mind that the wood has come from managed forests. Rust-resistant stainless steel is used to give durability as well as providing a surface that is less prone to soil adhesion.Traditional styled. Polished double riveted extra-long socket for greater strength. Rust resistant stainless steel head for less soil adhesion. Certified FSC Ash shaft. Tread-edge for controlled force and easy use. Working in the garden can be a tough job and this fork comes with an ergonomic handle as well as an extra-long socket to help you avoid back strain. This quality digging fork will help tackle your gardening jobs with ease and remain looking stylish for many seasons.Length: 106cmLoad Tested: 95kgGuarantee: 15 Years

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What do I put in a hive to catch some bees?

Wednesday, April 26th, 2017

How to bait a hive to catch bees
If you have access to a frame of old brood comb, that is clean, disease free and without any honey or pollen in, then you can add this to your bait hive. New beekeepers won’t have any of this so will have to rely on a swarm lure.

You can buy them in tiny phials from various bee equipment companies, but you can also use lemongrass oil. But you have to get the right one!
You want Cymbopogon Citratus!

 

Buy this lemongrass oil at amazon

Don’t use honey or comb with honey in. This will not bring a swarm in but will encourage bees to rob the comb and potentially carry disease back to their own hive.
You need to have a bait hive of the right size for the bees to want to make it a home. Tom Seeley says 40l, a couple of meters up off the ground, with a 15cm2 entrance at the bottom of the cavity. Used comb inside helps entice bees as mentioned above, and it should be dry inside. A purpose built box will work. My husband made me a bait box using scaffold boards – it’s very heavy! But it worked. We made some top bars rather than leave frames in for the bees to build on.
It’d spent the winter in my shed on my allotment and I was planning on taking it to the mother-in-law’s house to put on her flat roofed garage. In the meantime it sat on my compost bin made of pallets and one Saturday I had a call from a plot holder about bee activity. A swarm was in the process of moving in as I got there! Amazing!

Bees scout out potential homes. They come on their own to start and if they investigate inside and out, and like it they go and tell other bees via dances. They recruit other bees who also come and check it out. Shortly before they move in the activity can get quite frantic.

Sometimes bees will fight over a potential home.

Price reductions at Harrod Horticultural

Wednesday, April 26th, 2017

Price reduction at Harrod Horticultural

Gro-thermal Fleece Netting

Gro-thermal Fleece Netting was £3.65 now £1.95
Gro-thermal Fleece Netting Is A Strong, Reusable And Easy To Handle Soft Woven Fabric That Is A Hybrid Of Fleece And Net To Provide Protection Against Frosts, Insects And Can Also Be Used As Windbreak Netting.lay Over Crops After Sowing Or Alternatively You Can Cover Small Tunnels With The Gro-thermal Netting Where It Will Lets In More Light And Air Then Fleece To Encourage The Growth Of Seeds And Young Plants.gro-thermal Fleece Netting Is A Misture Of Fleece And Netlightweight Enough To Be Placed Directly On Cropspermeable Enough To Allow A Flow Of Water To Pass Through Freelyprotects Against The Weather Elements – Mild Frost, Hail, Heavy Rain And Windideal For Creating A Physical Barrier To Combat Pest Such As Carrot Root Fly, Butterflies, Caterpillars And Birdsif Buying By The Metre, Please Enter Total Length Required Into Quantity Box Aboveeffective For Domestic Or Commercial Usesamples Of All Our Netting Is Available Upon Request, Email Our Customer Services Team Or Call 0333 400 6400 For More Information.

New products at John Lewis

Wednesday, April 26th, 2017

John Lewis just added these new lines

John Lewis Directors Chair, FSC-Certified (Eucalyptus)

John Lewis Directors Chair, FSC-Certified (Eucalyptus) £49.00
Classic, folding design Lightweight wooden frame with cotton seat & back Bold colourways Ideal for the patio or limited outside spaces   Our Directors Chair gives you the freedom to find a comfortable spot in the garden, on the beach or near the poolside in which to relax this season. Please note: Not all of our ranges are on display in our furniture departments. Please call  your nearest John Lewis  to check before you visit. Interest Free Credit: If you buy this product in our shops, it’s eligible for Interest Free Credit, which is available when you spend £1000 or more on selected home products. Terms and conditions apply: find out more

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Price reductions at Gardens and Homes Direct

Wednesday, April 26th, 2017

Gardens and Homes Direct has cut the price of these items

Suntime Deluxe Black Royale Gravity Reclining Chair

Suntime Deluxe Black Royale Gravity Reclining Chair was £36.99 now £32.00
Relax in heavenly comfort and exceptional style this summer with our Suntime Deluxe Back Royale Gravity Reclining Chair. Featuring a simple, but elegant shape, durable black fabric and an integrated cushion for extra comfort, our Suntime Deluxe Back Royale Gravity Reclining Chair is a must for your patio or garden. Easy to fold up and taking up very little storage space, our Suntime Royale Gravity Chair is a brilliant buy that will provide you with stylish comfort for many summers to come. Features Solid construction Durable fabric Integrated pillow Foldable Also available in Navy Blue and Bronze

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