Ask the Experts

QCan you recommend the easiest way to install a small pond in my garden?

A Take a look at the Raised Pond Kits from Garden Oasis. You don’t need to dig a hole, so they can be installed anywhere in the garden, including on the patio. The wooden frames slot together and take less than 30 minutes to assemble. They are available in sizes from 25 to 600 gallons with prices from £99.95 with free delivery. Visit GardenOasis.co.uk/raised-pond-kits or call 01543 889900

Q Why is it a good idea to add a mulch to your garden?

A Mulching is good gardening practice because the organic matter enriches the soil and improves structure and drainage over time. Mulching also stops weeds germinating and keeps moisture in the soil. Your expensive plants are given the best conditions to thrive. Dual Action Strulch does all this and acts as a deterrent to slugs and snails - the most annoying pests in the garden! The physical properties of Strulch together with the embedded minerals are unpleasant to them but harmless to other wildlife. Strulch has a neutral pH so can be used anywhere in the garden. Buy in bulk or in smaller quantities through our stockists. Also used by the RHS. www.strulch.co.uk 01943 863610

Q What is a SLUGBELL and how it works ?

A The SLUGBELL is safe for Children, Pets, Birds, Hedgehogs, Bees, Earthworms, Wildlife and the Environment as the pellets are not scattered around the garden where they can be accidentally picked up. The BELL shape prevents the pellets being washed away into the soil and keep them dry and work for longer. The mesh basket of the Slugbell is filled with slug pellets which contain yeast extract that attracts slug and snails towards bell. They climb up the metal stick, feast on the pellets and then return to where they originally came from perish. Take a look at our website for more information www.slugbell.com or call 01932 221501