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 Many plants that survive in full sun can adapt to part shade but they may not grow as quickly or flower as prolifically.

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Weeds are often seen as the enemy by gardeners and they can certainly cause hard work. But they are essential to the health of soils. They prevent erosion, preserve soil fertility and moisture, and in nature, bare earth is first healed by colonising weeds. But it is still annoying when all the bare earth in your vegetable patch is overcome by weeds. 
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Find out how to effectively remove plant pests from your garden.
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  Weeds are carried by the wind and brought in through bird droppings, soil or potted plants containing seeds. Keeping the lawn healthy reduces spreading.
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