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Irish Gardener's easy tip to create stunning vertical garden on your wall & fences
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Looking for the wow factor? Gardening expert Peter Dowdall explains how you can build your own vertical garden by creating a living or green wall with a few easy steps.
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Gardener Peter Dowdall says recycling is the biggest new trend in gardening this year
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The expert gardener saw that sustainability was the biggest factor at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, with people being urging to reuse and recycle hard landscaping materials
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Lidl is selling paddling pools for €22.99 just in time for summer
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If you are looking to spruce up your garden just in time for summer then look no further because Lidl is now selling budget paddling pools - the kids will thank you later
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RTÉ Super Garden judge's top tips for weeds and improving biodiversity
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The Super Garden judge says we need to reduce our lawn size, move away from trying to banish weeds, and avoid using harsh pesticides and herbicides, as this harms biodiversity
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Euro Giant selling bargain hanging egg chairs for under €200 just in time for summer
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If you are looking to spruce up your garden just in time for the summer months you will be happy to hear that Euro Giant is selling the popular egg chairs for a bargain
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Garden expert's top tips for growing your own herbs
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Decided that this is the year you will finally jump on the growing your own trend? GIY founder Michael Kelly’s top tips for growing your own herbs and vegetables this summer
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Savvy tip to clean your patio without a power washer is so easy and all you need is one home product
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It's about time to start bringing our gardens back to life in the lead up to summer and the good news is you don't need to break the bank on expensive equipment or products
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Gardening in April - what to do this month according to expert gardener Peter Dowdall
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April is an excellent time of year for all gardening enthusiasts and the job top of your list should be getting started on those perennials according to expert gardener Peter Dowdall
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Lidl will be selling 2800W pressure washers instore from today just in time for summer
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The supermarket will be selling the 2800w pressure washers as part of its Parkside range which also includes petrol and electric lawnmowers and hedge trimmers
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Expert gardener Peter Dowdall's dos & donts to creating the perfect vegetable patch
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Whether you just have a balcony or a large garden, starting a vegetable patch from scratch isn’t hard, says gardening expert Peter Dowdall who shares his top tips.
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Gardening expert says we can banish weeds for good for free with just boiling water
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If you are looking to spruce up you garden as the summer months approach then look no further. You can banish weeds for good by using one kitchen appliance and it is absolutely free
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Gardener shares hack to save your supermarket herbs and keep them fresh
Life hacks
If you're sick of buying fresh herbs from your supermarket only to have them die within a week, here's how to stop it from happening and save yourself some money along the way
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Garden designer explains how to fix up your garden for spring without breaking the bank
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The gardening expert gave some bold and brightening suggestions on how to fix up your garden for spring and the Easter holidays which won’t set up back a fortune
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Gardening expert shares hack for growing tomatoes at home- 'anyone can do it, its easy'.
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The gardener gave an insight on how to grow your own tomatoes at home without a green house, stating that he can achieve a “free supermarket tomatoes from home”
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The best way to keep flowers looking perky with a penny and a needle
Life hacks
Tulips are a sign of spring and with their beautiful array of colours and unique structure, they can be a gorgeous addition to our home vases - but keeping them looking fresh can be a tough task
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Cheap hack to clean your patio without a power washer is so easy
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As we draw closer to summer, many of us are getting our gardens back in top shape. If you are looking for simple and cost effective ways to bring your space back to life, take note
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How to have a beautiful winter garden, with expert Peter Dowdall
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When I’m designing a garden it’s important to think about how it will look 12 months of the year. It’s easy to have the garden looking nice for the spring and summer months
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'A Christmas miracle' - people swear by frozen gutter cleaning hack that will save you time and effort
Ireland
The winter conditions have forced many people to put their plans on hold this festive season, but we have a cleaning hack which can allow us to use it to our advantage.
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Garden centre praised for act of kindness as they offer free heating oil to 'those who need it'
Cost of Living
The price of heating oil is sky rocketing, and this combined with the recent winter weather and freezing temperatures, it is a pairing many of us wish we could avoid
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How to pick the perfect Christmas poinsettia according to gardener Peter Dowdall
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This time of year, Peter concedes that most poinsettia plants can be seen at the entrance of supermarkets across the country, usually located somewhere between the vegetables and endless tins of sweets.
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RSVP’s Christmas Gardening Gift Guide 2022: Perfect presents for every budget
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You can find an extensive range of gardening gifts online from small and local businesses that will cater for the novice up to the professional
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How to grow your own Christmas plants indoors for a fresh and personal homemade gift
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Whether you just want to enjoy some fabulous fresh scents in winter or give a homemade gift with a twist this Christmas - October is a great month to get started as it takes about ten weeks to grow from start to finish
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You need to cut back your wildflower garden if you haven't already warns gardener Peter Dowdall
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September is the perfect month to strim them all back, leave the trimmings on the ground for a few weeks so that any seeds will disperse into the soil, then you rake them up and pop them in the compost bin
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Garden expert Peter Dowdall shares how you could save €500 on your spring plants in September
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September is the starting point to set your garden up for the next year ahead, and not only will preparation this month pay you back with a flourish of colour come spring, but it will also save you a serious amount of money in the long run
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