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Pull up a bucket and settle in, bach. Bryn chats from his shed about old-fashioned, frugal ways to grow a tidy bit of veg without wasting money.

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Tomatoes, toilet-roll tube pots, and the first proper shed-side welcome to the season.

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    7 Plants That Need More Water During a Heatwave – and How to Keep Them Looking Their Best - Homes and Gardens: best next steps for UK gardeners

    Published: Thursday, June 25, 2026 | By: Bryn | Seasonal Advice

    Google News UK trend score 83

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    ‘Lawns don’t need watering!’ How to garden in a heatwave, from recycling bathwater to making the most of shade - The Guardian: best next steps for UK

    Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | By: Bryn | Seasonal Advice

    Google News UK trend score 83

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    I asked experts the best time to water plants in summer — they all said the same thing - Daily Express: what it means for UK gardeners

    Published: Monday, June 22, 2026 | By: Bryn | Seasonal Advice

    Google News UK trend score 66

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    Adding 'magic' ingredient to watering can will stop plants wilting in heatwave - OK! Magazine: how to protect your garden this week

    Published: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | By: Bryn | Seasonal Advice

    Google News UK trend score 75

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    My dahlias are munched to oblivion: Zoe Ball, 55, shares her battle with pests - here's how to protect plants - Good Housekeeping: best next steps for

    Published: Friday, June 19, 2026 | By: Bryn | Frugal Hacks

    Google News UK trend score 68

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    The Golden Heatwave Watering Rule That Could Make All The Difference To Your Lawn - Country Living Magazine: how to protect your garden this week

    Published: Thursday, June 18, 2026 | By: Bryn | Seasonal Advice

    Google News UK trend score 65

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Hosepipe ban introduced by South East Water as heatwave causes surge in demand - The Guardian: what UK gardeners should do now

Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | By: Bryn

Google News UK trend score 73

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Artificial grass Met Office red alert warning as scientists carry out tests - Gloucestershire Live: what UK gardeners should do now

Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | By: Bryn

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New Met Office London heatwave warning for hottest ever June day - Exact date it will end - My London: what UK gardeners should do now

Published: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | By: Bryn

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Heatwave drives water alerts across 51 French departments - The Connexion: what UK gardeners should do now

Published: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | By: Bryn

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Thursday, 25 June 2026 - Water deeply and first harvests

Sow

What to sow today

Late carrots, Beetroot succession, Quick herbs

Plant

What to plant today

Leeks, Autumn brassicas, Basil in warm spots

Harvest

What to harvest

Early potatoes, Peas, Broad beans

Tip

Tip of the day

Protect young brassicas early; pigeons are faster than you think.

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