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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

Indoor Plants
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Indoor Plants

With many more people working from home it is useful to know that by adding a few indoor plants to your home and office areas helps not only to lower your stress levels but also helps you to become more relaxed.

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plants for free

The seeds of any plant are the children of the parent plant. Regular dead heading sends shock waves to the mother plant which then stimulates the production of more blooms thus producing more seed.

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