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Expert Advice on Creating a Green Garden Bradford

There are lots of energy saving tips for our homes available but it is also possible to get our gardens more eco-friendly. Read on to learn more advice.
A C W Garden Centre
01274 392344
Canal Road
Bradford
Mansell & Hatcher Ltd
0113 2502016
Craggwood Nurseries
Leeds
The Greenhouse
07703 765831
Victoria Road
Bradford
Swincar Nurseries
01943 874614
Chevin End Road
Leeds
Carlton Nurseries
01274 496270
Cottingley Moor Road
Bingley
Woodward Nurseries
01274 414789
Barnsley Beck Grove
Shipley
Chevin Nurseries Ltd
0113 2507626
Carlton Lane
Leeds
Palmer Plants
0113 2362020
Calverley Lane
Pudsey
Saltair Garden Centre
01274 599445
Hirst Mill Cr
Shipley
High Trees Garden Centre
0113 2587788
Otley Old Road
Leeds
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Expert Advice on Creating a Green Garden

Expert advice on creating a green garden There are lots of energy saving tips for our homes available but it is also possible to get our gardens more eco-friendly.

With this in mind Hampton Court Palace Flower Show sponsor Sadolin has come up with its top tips for a more eco-friendly garden.

Sadolin's eco-friendly garden tips

  • Mulching - Mulching vegetable/fruit/ornamental beds with organic matter such as composted farmyard manure will help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

  • Recycled products - Reusing materials not only makes for a more unique garden but also helps protect resources. Think about using old bricks for paving and railway sleepers or reclaimed floorboards for decking.

  • . Grow your own fruit and veg - Not only does home-grown fruit and veg cut down on your food miles but it tastes better too. If you want to give it a try, go for some raised vegetable and fruit beds, which allow the soil to warm up earlier in the season and extend the cropping period.

  • Be carbon conscious - When it comes to using paints or woodstains, look for products from manufacturers like Sadolin, which minimises its carbon footprint by offsetting the carbon dioxide created in the production and distribution of its portfolio.

  • Companion Planting - Underplant fruit trees with herbs to help guard against pests and diseases without the use of chemicals.

  • Clever composting - Composting is an excellent way to recycle kitchen and garden waste, while also enhancing the quality and texture of the soil. And with some really attractive beehive compost bins out there, there's really no excuse not to get stuck in.

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