How to Guides

  • How To Use Neem Oil: Our Expert Guide

    26th January 2026

    How To Use Neem Oil: Our Expert Guide

    One bottle of Organic Neem Oil serves two expert uses: garden pest control and horse skin care. Follow this step-by-step guide to get it right every time.  The Perfect All-Purpose …
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  • Sustainable Gardening in the UK: Wildlife Winter Havens

    24th November 2025

    Sustainable Gardening in the UK: Wildlife Winter Havens

    Sustainable gardening in the UK: Here’s some guidance on sustainable gardening in the UK through winter. As November’s chill blankets UK gardens, experienced gardeners know winter is a season to …
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  • Crush Mealybugs Naturally with Mealybug Destroyer Beetles

    20th October 2025

    Crush Mealybugs Naturally with Mealybug Destroyer Beetles

    Tired of sticky fingers, honeydew-coated leaves and stunted plants thanks to mealybugs? You’re not alone. Mealybugs may seem cute and fuzzy but their sap-sucking, disease-spreading ways can ruin your precious …
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  • Perennial Power: Sustainable Gardening

    13th October 2025

    Perennial Power: Sustainable Gardening

    Autumn is a prime season for experienced gardeners to embrace sustainable gardening , preparing perennials for a resilient and vibrant spring. We champion eco-friendly gardening practices that align with Nature’s …
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  • Supporting Wildlife in Late Summer Gardens

    25th August 2025

    Supporting Wildlife in Late Summer Gardens

    Supporting wildlife in late summer gardens is essential for creating natural ecosystems. As summer transitions to autumn, your garden becomes a vital sanctuary for wildlife preparing for winter. This comprehensive …
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  • It’s Time To Build Some Scarecrows

    22nd August 2025

    It’s Time To Build Some Scarecrows

    Scarecrows are often overlooked in gardening. They are a great way of detouring birds and other animals in a sustainable way. This is down to a multitude of reasons. The first being …
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  • Gardening Pests: How to Stay Ahead Naturally in Hot Weather

    4th August 2025

    Gardening Pests: How to Stay Ahead Naturally in Hot Weather

    Gardening pests can really put a dampener on your summer garden plans. As temperatures climb and heatwaves become more likely, pests like aphids, spider mites and hornworms often thrive. But …
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  • How To Grow Eco-friendly Cut Flowers?

    11th May 2025

    How To Grow Eco-friendly Cut Flowers?

    Eco-friendly cut flowers are one of the simplest, most beautiful ways to bring nature indoors – while still caring for the planet. But how do we grow them without plastic …
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  • How to Create a Wildlife Friendly Garden

    20th April 2025

    How to Create a Wildlife Friendly Garden

    A wildlife friendly garden transforms your outdoor space into a haven for birds, bees, butterflies and other creatures. Supporting biodiversity while creating a vibrant, thriving ecosystem.   As urban expansion continues …
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  • Sustainable Water Management: How to Save Water in the Garden

    14th March 2025

    Sustainable Water Management: How to Save Water in the Garden

    Sustainable water management is simply a way to save water in the garden. Water is one of the most valuable resources for gardeners but with climate change and increasing water …
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  • No Dig Gardening: A Complete Guide

    7th March 2025

    No Dig Gardening: A Complete Guide

    No dig gardening is a revolutionary yet simple approach to gardening that promotes healthier soil and plants with minimal effort. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly, low-maintenance gardening method that …
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  • Help Wildlife In Your Garden This Winter

    22nd January 2025

    Help Wildlife In Your Garden This Winter

    Help wildlife in your garden this winter, with The Natural Gardener’s guide. It is estimated that there are over 15,000,000 gardens in the UK, can you just imagine how much we can …
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  • How to take care of bee colonies?

    30th December 2024

    How to take care of bee colonies?

    Purchased one of our bee colonies? Here’s The Natural Gardener guide to taking care of bees… May we offer some bee-care tips? Although your bees are pest-free, we recommend a …
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Plants & Crops

  • What to Plant Now for an Autumn Harvest

    18th August 2025

    What to Plant Now for an Autumn Harvest

    August is high summer but keen gardeners know it’s also prime time to sow for an autumn harvest. While blooms begin to fade and harvest baskets grow heavier, there’s still …
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  • It’s Time to Rewild Your Lawn

    24th July 2025

    It’s Time to Rewild Your Lawn

    Rewild your lawn and you’ll quickly discover it’s not just about letting things grow wild but about how you let them grow. For experienced gardeners, lawns are often the last …
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  • Wildlife friendly plants which help you rewild your garden

    15th July 2025

    Wildlife friendly plants which help you rewild your garden

    Wildlife friendly plants can be hard to find, especially as you must make sure they are native to the area so they don’t invade and takeover spaces. Choosing native plants …
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  • Companion Planting for Better Growing Results

    27th June 2025

    Companion Planting for Better Growing Results

    Imagine a garden alive with colour, scents, the hum of insects going about their daily lives – not chaos but harmony – welcome to the world of companion planting.  Ladybirds …
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  • National Weed Appreciation Day: The Benefits Of Weeds

    28th March 2025

    National Weed Appreciation Day: The Benefits Of Weeds

    Every year on March 28th, gardeners and nature enthusiasts come together to observe National Weed Appreciation Day. A day dedicated to the often-overlooked virtues of weeds in our ecosystems.   While …
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  • Edible Garden – Beautiful Too!

    22nd January 2025

    Edible Garden – Beautiful Too!

    Dreaming of an edible garden? Here’s The Natural Gardener’s guide.  Loads of us grow our own fruit and vegetables and happily, there are more gardening converts every day, but has …
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Monthly Jobs

  • February Gardening Jobs – Your Week-By-Week Plan

    2nd February 2026

    February Gardening Jobs – Your Week-By-Week Plan

    February gardening jobs are a chance to steal three weeks on Spring, and enjoy the excitement of a new season on the horizon. Light levels rise 50 per cent in …
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  • Wildlife Winter Havens: Sustainable Gardening in November

    3rd November 2025

    Wildlife Winter Havens: Sustainable Gardening in November

    Sustainable gardening in November means protecting the little critters who helped through the summer. As November’s chill blankets UK gardens, experienced gardeners know winter is a season to nurture nature’s …
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  • October Gardening: Sustainable Mulching and Composting

    1st October 2025

    October Gardening: Sustainable Mulching and Composting

    October gardening is prime time for experienced gardeners to nurture their soil for winter resilience. At The Natural Gardener, we champion Nature’s Natural Cycle with sustainable practices like no-dig gardening, …
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  • August Gardening Jobs: Grow Gently, Grow Well

    1st August 2025

    August Gardening Jobs: Grow Gently, Grow Well

    August gardening jobs are all about balance. August is that golden stretch of summer when the garden bursts with life. Blooms are at their peak, harvest baskets are full and …
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  • Jobs in Rewilding for July

    4th July 2025

    Jobs in Rewilding for July

    In a world shaped by concrete, lawns and tidy borders, rewilding is the start of a new era. It’s all about giving nature and wildlife the space and freedom to …
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  • June in a nature-friendly garden: Low-impact gardening jobs for a blooming summer

    20th June 2025

    June in a nature-friendly garden: Low-impact gardening jobs for a blooming summer

    Summer’s here and if you’re anything like us, you’re itching to get mucky and do some gardening jobs during the weekend. Summer is the best time of the year for …
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  • 10 Smart Eco-friendly Gardening Tips for a Thriving Garden

    1st May 2025

    10 Smart Eco-friendly Gardening Tips for a Thriving Garden

    Eco-friendly gardening tips are a great way to care for your garden while also caring for the planet. Creating a beautiful, productive garden doesn’t have to come at the cost …
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  • Gardening Jobs for March

    21st March 2025

    Gardening Jobs for March

    Gardening jobs for March are essential and just as exciting for gardeners, marking the transition from winter to the vibrant and productive spring season. As days grow longer and temperatures …
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Advice

  • Barley Malt Extract In Your Garden

    9th February 2026

    Barley Malt Extract In Your Garden

    Did you know Barley Malt Extract in your garden is a huge benefit because it isn’t just a waste product of beer production, it’s also a nutrient-rich food for your …
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  • Benefits of Neem Oil: 10 Uses in Garden & Stable

    16th January 2026

    Benefits of Neem Oil: 10 Uses in Garden & Stable

    The benefits of Neem oil are many, and it’s the only product many UK experts keep in both the potting shed and the tack room. Seasoned gardeners and horse owners …
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  • Who Are The Natural Gardeners? The Story of a Plastic-Free Revolution

    12th January 2026

    Who Are The Natural Gardeners? The Story of a Plastic-Free Revolution

    In 2004, Joe Collison and Louise McCall found thousands of plastic pots destined for landfill. In that moment, The Natural Gardener was a born – a family-run business fighting plastic …
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  • What is Lifetime Wood Treatment? Nature’s Natural Protection

    29th December 2025

    What is Lifetime Wood Treatment? Nature’s Natural Protection

    What is Lifetime Wood Treatment and why is it important? Well. every year, UK gardeners spend over £300 million replacing rotted timber. Sheds collapse. Fences lean. Pergolas warp and sag. …
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  • What is a Coir Pot? Plastic-Free Planting

    22nd December 2025

    What is a Coir Pot? Plastic-Free Planting

    What is a Coir Pot and why are they important? Well, since the UK introduced a 5p tax on plastic bags in 2014, usage has dropped by an incredible 98%. …
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  • What is Neem Oil? The Super-Extract Every Gardener Needs

    8th December 2025

    What is Neem Oil? The Super-Extract Every Gardener Needs

    What is Neem Oil? Neem oil is a cold-pressed extract from the seeds of the Azadirachta indica tree. For more than 4,000 years Indian farmers and healers have used it …
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  • December Gardening Jobs: 10 Essential Tasks for Expert Gardeners

    1st December 2025

    December Gardening Jobs: 10 Essential Tasks for Expert Gardeners

    10 Essential Tasks for Expert Gardeners: December gardening jobs are all about quiet efficiency – the kind that keeps your mature garden resilient through winter and ready for spring. With …
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  • Sustainable Gardening in the UK: Wildlife Winter Havens

    24th November 2025

    Sustainable Gardening in the UK: Wildlife Winter Havens

    Sustainable gardening in the UK: Here’s some guidance on sustainable gardening in the UK through winter. As November’s chill blankets UK gardens, experienced gardeners know winter is a season to …
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  • Wildlife Winter Havens: Sustainable Gardening in November

    3rd November 2025

    Wildlife Winter Havens: Sustainable Gardening in November

    Sustainable gardening in November means protecting the little critters who helped through the summer. As November’s chill blankets UK gardens, experienced gardeners know winter is a season to nurture nature’s …
    Read More

  • Crush Mealybugs Naturally with Mealybug Destroyer Beetles

    20th October 2025

    Crush Mealybugs Naturally with Mealybug Destroyer Beetles

    Tired of sticky fingers, honeydew-coated leaves and stunted plants thanks to mealybugs? You’re not alone. Mealybugs may seem cute and fuzzy but their sap-sucking, disease-spreading ways can ruin your precious …
    Read More

  • Perennial Power: Sustainable Gardening

    13th October 2025

    Perennial Power: Sustainable Gardening

    Autumn is a prime season for experienced gardeners to embrace sustainable gardening , preparing perennials for a resilient and vibrant spring. We champion eco-friendly gardening practices that align with Nature’s …
    Read More

  • October Gardening: Sustainable Mulching and Composting

    1st October 2025

    October Gardening: Sustainable Mulching and Composting

    October gardening is prime time for experienced gardeners to nurture their soil for winter resilience. At The Natural Gardener, we champion Nature’s Natural Cycle with sustainable practices like no-dig gardening, …
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  • Is Your Plastic Plant Pot Part of the Plastic Problem?

    29th September 2025

    Is Your Plastic Plant Pot Part of the Plastic Problem?

    We’ve all heard about the damage caused by plastic bags – and since the UK introduced a tax on them in 2014, their use has dropped by an incredible 98% …
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  • Aphid Natural Pest Controllers: Release Nature’s Tiny Garden Warriors

    22nd September 2025

    Aphid Natural Pest Controllers: Release Nature’s Tiny Garden Warriors

    It’s the same every year. Just when your garden starts to burst into life, the aphids arrive like an uninvited guest at a dinner party – clinging to shoots, curling …
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  • Coir Pots Are the Future of Sustainable Growing

    8th September 2025

    Coir Pots Are the Future of Sustainable Growing

    When we think about sustainability in gardening, composting, companion planting or peat-free compost might come to mind. But what about the pots we use? Have you ever considered the carbon …
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  • Peat-Free Power: Why Coir Compost Discs Are Your Garden’s Secret Weapon!

    4th September 2025

    Peat-Free Power: Why Coir Compost Discs Are Your Garden’s Secret Weapon!

    Are you tired of peat-based compost that’s damaging our planet – draining bogs, emitting carbon and harming ecosystems? Meet Coir Compost Discs – the natural, sustainable peat-free alternative that delivers …
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  • Gardening Jobs For September

    2nd September 2025

    Gardening Jobs For September

    Gardening jobs for September highlight a key turning point in the gardening calendar. The long days of summer are drawing to a close but your garden is still full of …
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  • Why Coir Pots Deserve a Spot in Every Gardener’s Shed

    1st September 2025

    Why Coir Pots Deserve a Spot in Every Gardener’s Shed

    If you’ve spent just five minutes scrolling through gardening content on Instagram, you’ve probably come across @im_no_gardener.   Known for his no-nonsense approach to growing your own, he’s the first …
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  • What to Plant Now for an Autumn Harvest

    18th August 2025

    What to Plant Now for an Autumn Harvest

    August is high summer but keen gardeners know it’s also prime time to sow for an autumn harvest. While blooms begin to fade and harvest baskets grow heavier, there’s still …
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  • Plant Heat Stress – Spot It Early & Stop Pests

    11th August 2025

    Plant Heat Stress – Spot It Early & Stop Pests

    Plant heat stress is becoming increasingly common in UK gardens as summer temperatures rise. Recognising heat stress early means the difference between minor wilt and major damage. If left unchecked, …
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  • It’s Time to Rewild Your Lawn

    24th July 2025

    It’s Time to Rewild Your Lawn

    Rewild your lawn and you’ll quickly discover it’s not just about letting things grow wild but about how you let them grow. For experienced gardeners, lawns are often the last …
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  • Wildlife friendly plants which help you rewild your garden

    15th July 2025

    Wildlife friendly plants which help you rewild your garden

    Wildlife friendly plants can be hard to find, especially as you must make sure they are native to the area so they don’t invade and takeover spaces. Choosing native plants …
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  • Why a Wildlife Friendly Garden Matters

    10th July 2025

    Why a Wildlife Friendly Garden Matters

    A wildlife friendly garden is vital for supporting a wide range of insects and animals. These creatures all play a crucial role in the health and balance of your garden’s …
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  • An Introduction to Rewilding: Letting Nature Lead

    3rd July 2025

    An Introduction to Rewilding: Letting Nature Lead

    Have you ever dreamed of a garden that is brimming with life? One that is full of beautiful blooms, welcoming to you and nature? If you have then you are …
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  • Companion Planting for Better Growing Results

    27th June 2025

    Companion Planting for Better Growing Results

    Imagine a garden alive with colour, scents, the hum of insects going about their daily lives – not chaos but harmony – welcome to the world of companion planting.  Ladybirds …
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  • Saving Our Planet

    12th June 2025

    Saving Our Planet

    Most people think that having a conventionally neat looking garden goes together with saving our planet but sadly, this isn’t true and what may be normal to us, is damaging …
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  • Gardening Tips for June

    3rd June 2025

    Gardening Tips for June

    Summer is right round the corner and us gardeners are in a state of panic. It can be overwhelming sometimes and the pressure is certainly not helped by social media. …
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  • Upcycling & DIY Projects For an Eco-friendly Garden

    28th May 2025

    Upcycling & DIY Projects For an Eco-friendly Garden

    Creating an eco-friendly garden isn’t just about planting sustainably. It’s about reducing waste, repurposing materials and getting creative with what you already have. Upcycling everyday items into practical garden features …
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  • Best Spring Lawn Treatments for Thick Summer Grass

    2nd May 2025

    Best Spring Lawn Treatments for Thick Summer Grass

    Spring is nature’s way of whispering “It’s time to wake up!” After months of cold weather, your lawn is ready to shake off winter’s slumber and transform it into a …
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  • Gardening Tips Every Gardener Needs to Know – April’s Edition

    10th April 2025

    Gardening Tips Every Gardener Needs to Know – April’s Edition

    When it comes to gardening tips, April is where things really start to matter. It’s the second full month of spring and as every seasoned gardener knows, this is when …
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  • Futureproofing Your Garden to Adapt to Climate Changes

    23rd March 2025

    Futureproofing Your Garden to Adapt to Climate Changes

    Futureproofing your garden has never been more important. As our climate continues to change, British gardeners face increasingly unpredictable weather patterns, from unseasonal warmth to unexpected frosts and heavy rainfall.   …
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  • Gardening Activities for Kids This Easter & Spring Holiday

    19th March 2025

    Gardening Activities for Kids This Easter & Spring Holiday

    With the Easter holidays just around the corner, we have exciting gardening activities for kids that will keep them entertained in the great outdoors exploring nature.   Easter is an opportunity …
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  • Sustainable Water Management: How to Save Water in the Garden

    14th March 2025

    Sustainable Water Management: How to Save Water in the Garden

    Sustainable water management is simply a way to save water in the garden. Water is one of the most valuable resources for gardeners but with climate change and increasing water …
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  • No Dig Gardening: A Complete Guide

    7th March 2025

    No Dig Gardening: A Complete Guide

    No dig gardening is a revolutionary yet simple approach to gardening that promotes healthier soil and plants with minimal effort. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly, low-maintenance gardening method that …
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  • March Seasonal Planting Guide

    2nd March 2025

    March Seasonal Planting Guide

    The March seasonal planting guide will help you kick off the gardening season, providing a fantastic opportunity to prepare your garden for lush growth in the months ahead. Here’s an …
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  • Help Wildlife In Your Garden This Winter

    22nd January 2025

    Help Wildlife In Your Garden This Winter

    Help wildlife in your garden this winter, with The Natural Gardener’s guide. It is estimated that there are over 15,000,000 gardens in the UK, can you just imagine how much we can …
    Read More

  • Edible Garden – Beautiful Too!

    22nd January 2025

    Edible Garden – Beautiful Too!

    Dreaming of an edible garden? Here’s The Natural Gardener’s guide.  Loads of us grow our own fruit and vegetables and happily, there are more gardening converts every day, but has …
    Read More

  • How to take care of bee colonies?

    30th December 2024

    How to take care of bee colonies?

    Purchased one of our bee colonies? Here’s The Natural Gardener guide to taking care of bees… May we offer some bee-care tips? Although your bees are pest-free, we recommend a …
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