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Alan planting © Planting Follow the old gardening adage, “spend as much on the hole as the plant" and you’ll not go wrong. Plants are cosseted in their pots at the nursery and expect the same treatment when you plant them in the garden. Do it properly, shower them with tender loving care and they will thrive. If you shove them into too small a hole and ignore them, don’t be surprised when they sulk and die. Plant lists Find a list of suggested plant types for your garden here . Watch the clips Watch the clips on choosing healthy plants , planting preparation and sealing your fertiliser . Test your knowledge Test your gardening knowledge to earn a certificate endorsed by the RHS/BBC. Previous next
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