How To Guides
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October 07, 2024
Battling with weeds is a gardening tale as old as time. If left unchecked, these small but mighty weeds can quickly overwhelm, disfigure or even destroy your cherished plants and grasses, rapidly undoing all your hard work. Fortunately, we've compiled the best weed control strategies to help you regain control of your garden.
Annual weeds are generally quick and easy to remove, but eliminating perennial species may require more time and effort. This guide will explore the best way to kill weeds once they’ve crept into your garden or lawn.
How to Get Rid of Weeds
You have several options to reclaim your garden from unwanted guests: manual removal, specialised tools and weed killers. Before escalating to chemical products, we'd suggest commencing with non-chemical methods, such as regular maintenance and physically removing weeds.
Remove Weeds by Hand
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September 09, 2024
Manually watering individual plants can be labour-intensive and time-consuming. Fortunately, there's a more efficient way to carry out watering tasks: irrigation systems. These systems, commonly associated with large-scale agriculture, can also be a time-saving solution for your lawn or terrace, freeing you from the daily chore of manual watering.
In this article, we'll examine various garden irrigation systems and how to use them to water lawns, raised beds, shrubs, pots, and containers.
Wise Watering: Setting Up a Garden Irrigation System
When installed correctly, an irrigation system can streamline your work, offering a level of convenience that manual watering can't match. No more wrestling with unruly hoses or worrying about missing a plant – with the press of a button, water is distributed to your greenery as and when needed. Keep reading to discover the benefits of garden irrigation and how to get it right.
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August 08, 2024
In the UK, we have the privilege of enjoying four distinct seasons each year. Over time, we see our natural spaces in a new light as they grow and evolve. Although this experience is rewarding, the constant flux demands a swift and attentive approach to lawn care.
Our month-by-month lawn care calendar lets you keep track of everything you need to know during the active growth seasons of spring and summer. With this guide, you'll be well-equipped for seasonal changes and able to maintain a dynamic lawn care routine. Save this article to keep all essential tasks at your fingertips and ensure your lawn remains lush, green and healthy year-round.
Spring Lawn Care UK Checklist
Spring is when the garden awakens. Flowers blossom, trees bud, animals emerge from hibernation, and the air starts to warm.