A practical guide to choosing tough plants, improving soil, and arranging layers that look good throughout the seasons with minimal fuss.
Discover reliable perennials that tolerate shade and cool conditions, with tips on soil preparation, spacing, and combining textures for year-round interest.
Learn how to sow, thin, and water beetroot in raised beds, avoiding common problems like woody roots and poor germination for steady kitchen supplies.
Choose foliage-led combinations and moisture-retaining compost to create a lush patio display that thrives away from direct sunlight and drying winds.
Even a compact pond can attract frogs, dragonflies, and birds. Use native plants, gentle edges, and safe water levels to support local wildlife.
Repair bare patches by scarifying, overseeding, and top-dressing. Keep leaves clear and adjust mowing height to help grass recover before winter.
Build a useful toolkit with a sturdy trowel, secateurs, hand fork, and weeding knife. Learn what each tool does and how to keep it sharp.
Start the growing season by pruning shrubs, mulching beds, sowing hardy seeds, and checking structures after winter storms before plants burst into life.
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