Having spent the majority of my childhood days in the company of greenfingered grandparents, my dream of owning my own house was bolstered by the fact that with a house I would also (hopefully!) have a garden.

The house does indeed have plenty of garden to test how much my childhood brain took in all those years ago and also to try and work our way towards a greener way of life, growing our own veg and flowers for the home.

Follow our journey and along the way pick up hints, tips and advice on how to get the best from your outdoor space all year round.

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