What To Do Now - Spring shrubs, sowing biennials and watering wisely

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What To Do Now - Feeding roses, monitoring pests, and creating a wildlife corner

Mid‑June garden glow-up! Feed your roses, outsmart pesky pests, and build a mini wildlife hangout with three quick wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Roses: how to grow, prune and choose the best varieties, with Liam Beddall

Exploring everything from wild species and wildlife-friendly roses to climbers, ramblers and container growing, Head Rosarian at David Austin Roses, Liam Beddall, shares expert rose-growing advice on how to plant and prune your roses, and choose the best rose for your garden. Lea ...  Show more

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