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Environment and greener living
Greener garden
Quick guides
In a hurry? Find out how to have a greener garden, and more about greener living - it will only take two minutes with our quick guides
Controlling pests and weeds: greener choices
Green ways to control pests and weeds in your garden
Soils and fertilisers: greener choices
Making greener choices about soils and fertilisers in your garden or allotment
Saving water in the garden
How to maintain your garden using very little mains water
Composting and disposing of garden and kitchen waste
What you can and can't compost, plus how to dispose of waste
Barbecues and outdoor heaters: greener choices
Making greener choices when buying and using barbecues and heaters in the garden
Encouraging wildlife in your garden
Simple things you can do to encourage birds and other wildlife in your garden
Sheds, greenhouses and garden furniture: greener choices
How to make greener choices when buying garden furniture
Guide to renting an allotment (home and community section)
How to arrange getting an allotment and what facilities may be provided
Additional links
Online home energy check
Get a personalised report on how to save up to £300 a year and help tackle climate change
Do it online
Celebrating the over 50s
A celebration of the opportunities, achievements and aspirations of older people
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