Amateur Gardening

2020’s gardening greats

Vitax Rose Guard Rose Tonic is a great new all-round rose feed. It is diluted in water and sprayed onto the plant, to be absorbed through the leaves to encourage growth. It includes seaweed for strong roots and trace element copper to fight mildew and black spot. (£18.99) G C-W

Vegebag

Named Product of the Year 2020 by the RHS, Vegebag gives gardeners of all abilities the chance to produce fantastic crops in small spaces all year round. Its sturdy enviro-mesh sides keep pests and animals at bay while still allowing the crops to get the air and water they need. Its size makes it ideal for

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