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“I never tire of the author’s experiences of life, especially through his study of nature. Over the years, I have often asked for his advice on horticultural and conservation issues and he has never been found wanting on either subject.”

— Karl Appleton Cert. Ed. HND Horticulture

a far away fellow holds the following credentials:

Cert Ed. Nat Cert. Horticulture. A1 Hort. (Member of the Institute of Horticulture)

Certificate in Environmental Conservation

a far away fellow 10/11/22 a far away fellow 10/11/22

The Dandelion

The real and ultimate understanding of flowers is not anatomical but sympathetic. The more you know of plants the more you will wonder at the beauty and variety of their contrivances by which they are saved from dangers.

a far away fellow 9/4/20 a far away fellow 9/4/20

humane pest control for unwanted house guests

Here are some ways you can keep your house free of unwanted visitors without resorting to unpleasant means. Use some of my simple ways to outwit household pests by using plant deterrents and some clever homespun trickery instead.

a far away fellow 8/12/20 a far away fellow 8/12/20

propagation

in this article, i share some of my favourite propagation tips for herbs, roses, shrubs, and seeds

a far away fellow 7/29/20 a far away fellow 7/29/20

humane pest control for your garden II

Here are some more ways you can keep your garden free of unwanted visitors without resorting to unpleasant means. Use some of my simple ways to outwit garden pests and ward off diseases by using plant deterrents and some clever homespun trickery instead.