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What soil is perfect for your garden?

What soil is perfect for your garden?

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For your garden to blossom in glorious colours in summer and for your vegetables to thrive, good soil is essential. But what kind of soil do you need for your garden to bear fruit?

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How to fertilise your garden in spring

How to fertilise your garden in spring

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Did you know that the cold season is hard on the garden soil? Over the winter, nutrients are washed out of the soil in large quantities, turning it into a nutrient-poor subsoil. If plants and vegetables are to develop vigorously and blossom in full glory, these nutrients must be returned to the soil. This requires plenty of sun and water – and you can also help out with fertiliser. In this article you will learn what is important when fertilising and which different fertilisers are available.

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Urban Gardening 101

Urban Gardening 101

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Fresh fruit and vegetables from one’ own garden – for many of us, this is a dream scenario. However, only very few city dwellers are lucky enough to have their own garden – and it is precisely here that the desire for more greenery arises. This is why the concept of urban gardening has become popular in recent years, especially in cities like Basel, Bern and Zurich. However, gardening in the city is not only interesting for adults, but also for children.

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