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Don’t cut your grass too short; it should be at least 25mm (1”) long, unless it’s really dry then raise it up to 1.5 inches. By cutting it longer you will increase its drought resistance and... Read more »
Choosing plants to go into a newly-designed garden is not as daunting as it might sound. In fact, it’s time to have some fun. Deciding what plants will fit into how you want your garden will be easy if you follow... Read more »
I really look forward to going around nurseries and garden centres at this time of the year, as there’s always something new to see in the plant world. There are some weird and wonderful new vegetable varieties... Read more »
Keeping beds clear of weeds can be a painful and arduous task; weeds seem to appear as soon as you turn your back. Helped along by doses of rainfall, weeds contrive to take over your plant beds, meaning you have the... Read more »
Lots of publicity and activity is around encouraging the protection of our natural resources by increasing the level of recycling. More and more people are realising the benefits of making their own compost these... Read more »
Compost is essentially decomposed organic matter, rich in nutrients and can be used as a soil conditioner, fertiliser or mulch to improve the growing conditions of plants. Compost will add texture and valuable... Read more »
I suggest that you consider what type of soil you have in your garden to understand how to get the best from it. It’s really important to be aware of the soil type of your garden as this can affect the health and... Read more »
Planting hanging basket is great fun and gives you a lot of colour and pleasure all summer long.
More of my top tips to prepare a stunning Container Hanging Basket
View my “How to Create Container Hanging... Read more »
Traditional hanging baskets are in fact made of metal mesh and are lined with moss. Learn my secrets to creating beautiful Wired Hanging Basket displays.
View my great “how to create wired hanging baskets”... Read more »
A Garden design should not only look good but also act as a deterrent to protect your property.
Top Ten 'Do Not’s' in the garden
Do Not: Plant big vigorous rooting trees, such as willows and birches. They will... Read more »
