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Whether you're buying for the person who has everything, or a minimalist who doesn't want anything, find the perfect gift for your loved ones here at Mr Fothergill's. We've created the ultimate Christmas Growing Gift Guide with gifts starting at just $4.95. Check it out.

Hedges and sharp edges add a whole new level of order to a garden. Establishing and maintaining these doesn’t have to be an arduous task if you follow our simple tips.

If you've ever wanted to start your own garden but weren't too sure where to start, then this is the article to read. A little planning can go a long, long way toward making a garden you'll love working in as much as looking at.

Spice up your veggie garden by growing Chillies from seed. Here's our guide to growing and caring for your chilli plants.

There's a fine art to successfully germinating Super-Hot Chillies, here's our HOT tips to ensure growing success!

Is your soil repelling water rather than absorbing it? If the answer is yes, then you've got hydrophobic soil. Here's our tips on how to fix this common garden issue.

Planter boxes and raised planters are getting more popular by the day, but the downfall of raised beds is their requirement for heavy amounts of water. A raised wicking bed on the other hand is super water efficient and your plants will love you for it!

Egg Heads are a fun way for kids to grow their own seeds... and if you have a fussy eater, this may just encourage your child to try something new... and green!

Gardening has so many benefits for children from fitness to building healthy eating habits. Here's ten reasons why you should get your kids/grandkids into the garden.

Looking for a visual seasonal planting guide showing when to plant flowers, vegetables and herbs by month and by region? Then check out our easy to read planting chart. Includes downloadable chart.