Did you know you need to thin your seedlings as they grow? Monty Don has shared the important reason why

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Summer is a great time to be out in the garden tending to plants. With so much new growth, there's lots to be done to ensure your leafy friends truly thrive, and this includes thinning your seedlings.

Whilst you may know how often to water your seedlings to ensure they establish, plants at this stage need a little more attention to help them grow to full adult size. Especially with your veggies and fruits, which need a little more encouragement to produce those tasty home-grown foods.