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  1. Garlic Varieties: Which One Should You Grow?

    Garlic Varieties: Which One Should You Grow?
    With 12 varieties available this year, we know it can be hard to choose. This guide is here to help you find the best garlic for your needs, whether that’s bold flavour, long storage, earlier cropping or ease of growing.
  2. What is Biochar?

    What is Biochar?
    Biochar is a stable, carbon-rich material produced from the thermal decomposition of organic matter in a low-oxygen environment, a process known as pyrolysis.
  3. 2025 Is a Strong Year for Cover Crop Establishment - Here’s Why

    2025 Is a Strong Year for Cover Crop Establishment - Here’s Why
    This year, Irish farmers are presented with an excellent opportunity to establish cover crops thanks to an earlier-than-average harvest.
  4. Photoperiodism

    Photoperiodism
    For plants, gradual changes in day length serve as essential signals for timing growth and development.
  5. Guide to Dripline Irrigation Systems

    Guide to Dripline Irrigation Systems
    Drip irrigation delivers water directly to the root zone of plants through a network of pipes and emitters, minimising water waste and promoting healthier growth.
  6. Klasmann Ericaceous Compost

    Klasmann Ericaceous Compost
    We’re excited to introduce a new addition to our Klasmann compost range – a special coarse potting compost designed for ericaceous crops.
  7. Choosing a Flower Meadow Mix

    Choosing a Flower Meadow Mix
    Flower meadows are a great way to bring colour to your garden or land and provide numerous benefits to wildlife. here is a short guide to choosing the right meadow mix for you.
  8. Perlite vs Vermiculite

    Perlite vs Vermiculite
    Perlite and Vermiculite are both widely used soil amendments, but they serve different purposes in horticulture and gardening.
  9. Potato Related Terminology

    Potato Related Terminology
    Potato cultivation includes many specialised terms that can be confusing for new growers. Here’s a simple guide to some common potato-growing terms:
  10. Most Popular Seeds 2024

    Most Popular Seeds 2024
    Looking for some ideas on what to grow this year? Check out our list of the most popular seeds from 2024.

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