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Pareto on pruning

“I have a pet – and probably very cynical – theory, that on the basis that big books sell for more money than little books, gardening writers conspire to perpetuate the myth that pruning is complicated. And write big expensive books on the subject.” Mike exposes the conspiracy that’s been keeping gardening authors in royalties for years…

Rowan tree with berries

Having witch problems?

“Rowan is the most immediately-recognised of the Sorbus family, and, in its many varieties, it remains one of the most popular garden trees. Yes, even in this day and age, when the myths and superstitions are long forgotten. Or are they?” Mike Clark discusses the mythology of the rowan tree, and why it’s so good to have one in your garden.