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This archive brings together practical, experience-led articles from The Backyard Farmer, covering gardening, DIY, indoor growing, foraging, reviews, and sustainable living. Each post is written with real-world use in mind — focusing on working with nature, building practical skills, and making sustainable choices more accessible.

Indoor Herb Gardening: A Complete Guide for 2024

Indoor Herb Gardening: A Complete Guide for 2026

Why Choose Indoor Herb Gardening? Have you ever dreamt of plucking fresh basil straight from your kitchen windowsill, even in the dead of winter? Indoor herb gardening is your answer! It offers a unique blend of convenience, freshness, and year-round gardening opportunities that are perfect

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tawny mining bee

Tawny Mining Bee Identification

Tawny Mining Bee Identification: A Complete Guide The Tawny Mining Bee (Andrena fulva) is one of the most distinctive solitary bees in the UK. Known for its reddish-brown fur, this ground-nesting bee is a valuable pollinator in gardens, meadows, and woodlands. Learning how to identify

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A vibrant and inviting scene of diverse people gardening together in a lush garden filled with green plants and colorful flowers, conveying happiness, relaxation, and community, styled in a realistic way.

Gardening for Mental Health: Boost Well-Being Naturally

Introduction Imagine finding a sanctuary right in your urban jungle—a place where stress melts away, and happiness blooms alongside your flowers. Gardening isn’t just about cultivating plants; it’s about nurturing your mental health! With the growing concern of eco-anxiety, a chronic fear of environmental collapse,

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Best LED Grow Lights for Indoor Gardens in 2025

Best LED Grow Lights for Indoor Gardens in 2026

Introduction for Best LED Grow Lights for Indoor Gardens in 2026 Creating a thriving indoor garden starts with choosing the right tools, and LED grow lights are at the heart of it all. These innovative lights provide: With their adaptability, LED grow lights are a

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How to use a cordless lawn mower

How to use a cordless lawn mower

Are cordless lawnmowers any good? In short, cordless lawnmowers can be as good as, if not better than, petrol or electric models. As a Gardener in my day-to-day life, I need a lawn mower that is reliable, light, and cheap to run, and my Worx

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Fred from Backyard Farmer reviewing the best cordless lawn mowers for UK gardens in 2025

Best Cordless Lawn Mowers UK (2026 Edition)

Best Overall Worx WG779E.2 – 40V Cordless Lawn Mower The best cordless lawn mower for most UK gardens is one that delivers reliable power, solid runtime, and easy handling — and this model manages all of that effortlessly. Best Budget Pick Flymo Speedi-Mo 36V –

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Top 6 Best Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmers to Buy in 2025

Top 6 Best Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmers to Buy in 2026

Editors Pick – The Worx WG252E is the best cordless pole hedge trimmer overall, with long reach and adjustable cutting angles. Best Mid-Range – The Ryobi One+ 18V offers solid performance and compatibility with Ryobi’s battery system, making it a versatile choice. Best Budget –

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How to Use a Garden Incinerator Safely and Effectively

Introduction: How to Use a Garden Incinerator Why Use a Garden Incinerator? Managing garden waste can be challenging, especially with materials that don’t belong in a compost bin. A garden incinerator offers: What You’ll Learn in This GuideThis step-by-step guide will cover: If you’re looking

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The best orientation for solar panels 

The best orientation for solar panels 

Solar panels use photovoltaic technology that converts sunlight into electricity. A solar panel needs as much direct sunlight as possible to do this at an optimum level. Depending on where you are in the world will determine the best orientation for your solar panels. Figuring

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