Garden Ponds for biodiversity
Chemical free tips to rebalance the eco-systems in your garden. Garden Ponds: ecological hotspots for biodiversity. Installing a small pond in your garden can help control garden pests like aphids, provide a valuable...
Benefits of a raised bed and factors to consider
Raised beds offer a practical, fun and efficient way to grow your own vegetables and flowers. If you are planning what you are going to grow in your garden this...
Companion Plants for Pest Control
Chemical free tips to rebalance the eco-systems in your garden. Install a combination of companion plants and herbs. Companion planting is a time-tested gardening method that enriches and protects vulnerable...
The benefits of Nettles
Chemical free tips to rebalance the eco-systems in your garden. The benefits of nettles in your garden You may feel that nettles, especially stinging nettles, are a problem weed that...
Good bugs for Houseplants
Buy in good bugs that eat plant pests and manage the moisture of your soil. It’s important to protect your houseplants from pests, and using ‘good bugs’ to eat the...
Tips to Help You Look After Your Soil
Gardening with a focus on soil health is not only beneficial for your plants but also contributes to the overall well-being of the soil ecosystem. Here are some gardening practices...
Nurture your soil, naturally, with green manure
Also known as cover crops, green manure is grown specifically to help improve soil fertility, nutrient levels and organic matter, whilst also suppressing weeds. You can plant cover crops into...
Soil Biology: The balancing act of beneficial microbes
In the intricate world of soil biology, beneficial microbes are the unsung heroes that quietly work behind the scenes, ensuring the fertility and productivity of our soils. These microscopic organisms,...
2 Natural Growers, 4 muddy boots, 1 competition
In April, Marie and Jim @4_muddy_boots agreed to stage a competition in their large allotment on behalf of Natural Grower. Marie and Jim split their tomato seedlings – grown at...
Is Organic Fertiliser as Good as Chemical Fertiliser?
When I am asked "is organic fertiliser as good as chemical fertiliser", I have to ask the question - what are chemical fertilisers good for? Good for the plants, good...
NAS - Supporting the Allotment Community
In late January, The National Allotment Society (NAS) announced it was partnering with Natural Grower to enable NAS members the opportunity to try our incredible compost, liquid fertiliser, soil conditioner...
Raymond Blanc Gardening School
Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons Raymond Blanc Gardening School 'Soil to Plate' course will be using Natural Grower compost. 'We are excited to be using Natural Grower compost in our 'Soil...
