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THE landmark events of 2012 - namely the Queen's 60-year reign, followed by the Olympics - are set to prompt patriotic gardeners to fly the flag for Britain this year in the form of red, white and blue designs in their beds, borders and containers.
Blue and white lobelia, red salvias and geraniums and other bedding favourites could be the mainstay for many borders. The challenge will be getting these colours in the garden in time for the jubilee celebrations in the first week of June.
AS summer beckons, many gardeners will now be deciding which patio plants to feature in their scheme, but it's a difficult job as there's so much choice and plants can vary greatly in quality.
HOW often do you think about your roof? Probably never... until, of course, it's too late and the damage has been done.
MANY gardeners may be looking outside now at the pouring rain, thinking 'Drought? What drought?'
SCOTTISH households are in danger with rogue electricians on the rise: 15% of households across Scotland have fallen victim to a rogue tradesman.
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