Hedge Cutting & Garden Maintenance Blog

Expert advice, seasonal tips, and professional insights for beautiful hedges and gardens

Testing Soil Nutrient Levels at Home
20 August 2024

Testing Soil Nutrient Levels at Home

How to check your soil's nutrient levels.

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How to Plant a Lime Tree in the UK
20 August 2024

How to Plant a Lime Tree in the UK

Step-by-step guide to planting lime trees.

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Garden Steps Positioning Tips
20 August 2024

Garden Steps Positioning Tips

Where to place your garden steps.

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Best Companion Plants for Begonias
19 August 2024

Best Companion Plants for Begonias

What to plant alongside begonias.

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Leylandii Hedge Spacing Guide
19 August 2024

Leylandii Hedge Spacing Guide

How far apart to plant leylandii for a perfect hedge.

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Irises Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
19 August 2024

Irises Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about irises care.

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Hard Pruning Gooseberries: When and How
19 August 2024

Hard Pruning Gooseberries: When and How

Rejuvenation pruning for gooseberries.

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Adding Sand to Soil: Benefits and How-To
17 August 2024

Adding Sand to Soil: Benefits and How-To

Using sand in your garden.

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Privet Hedge Problems and Solutions
17 August 2024

Privet Hedge Problems and Solutions

Common issues with privet hedges and how to fix them.

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Winter Pruning Gooseberries
17 August 2024

Winter Pruning Gooseberries

Dormant season pruning for gooseberries.

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Jerusalem Artichokes Companion Planting Guide
16 August 2024

Jerusalem Artichokes Companion Planting Guide

What to grow alongside jerusalem artichokes.

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How to Clean a Wheelbarrow After Use
16 August 2024

How to Clean a Wheelbarrow After Use

Proper cleaning for wheelbarrow.

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Path Positioning Tips
15 August 2024

Path Positioning Tips

Where to place your path.

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Best Plants for Grow Bags
15 August 2024

Best Plants for Grow Bags

What to grow in grow bags.

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Garden Tasks for Rainy Weather
15 August 2024

Garden Tasks for Rainy Weather

What to do when it's rainy.

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How to Grow a Forsythia Hedge
14 August 2024

How to Grow a Forsythia Hedge

Complete guide to planting and growing forsythia hedges.

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How to Maintain a Raised Bed
14 August 2024

How to Maintain a Raised Bed

Keeping your raised bed in good condition.

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Small Garden Gravel Area Ideas
14 August 2024

Small Garden Gravel Area Ideas

{Feature} solutions for compact spaces.

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How Fast Does Escallonia Hedge Grow?
14 August 2024

How Fast Does Escallonia Hedge Grow?

Growth rates and what to expect from escallonia hedging.

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Best Sedums Varieties for UK Gardens
13 August 2024

Best Sedums Varieties for UK Gardens

Top sedums varieties that thrive in Britain.

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Summer Pruning Salix
12 August 2024

Summer Pruning Salix

Mid-season pruning for salix.

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Marigolds Not Flowering? Common Causes
11 August 2024

Marigolds Not Flowering? Common Causes

Why your marigolds won't bloom and how to fix it.

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Plants That Repel Mealybugs
11 August 2024

Plants That Repel Mealybugs

Natural deterrents for mealybugs.

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Growing Hellebores in Pots and Containers
10 August 2024

Growing Hellebores in Pots and Containers

Container growing guide for hellebores.

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How to Train a Whitecurrants Tree
10 August 2024

How to Train a Whitecurrants Tree

Training methods for whitecurrants trees.

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When Do Leaf Miners Appear in UK Gardens?
10 August 2024

When Do Leaf Miners Appear in UK Gardens?

Seasonal timing for leaf miners activity.

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Growing Whitecurrants in Pots
10 August 2024

Growing Whitecurrants in Pots

Container growing for whitecurrants.

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Oak Tree Problems in UK Gardens
10 August 2024

Oak Tree Problems in UK Gardens

Common oak issues and how to treat them.

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Budget Path Ideas for Gardens
10 August 2024

Budget Path Ideas for Gardens

Affordable ways to add path.

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How to Create a Water Feature in Your Garden
09 August 2024

How to Create a Water Feature in Your Garden

Adding a water feature to your outdoor space.

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Hard Pruning Deutzia: When and How
08 August 2024

Hard Pruning Deutzia: When and How

Rejuvenation pruning for deutzia.

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Repotting Plants in Troughs
07 August 2024

Repotting Plants in Troughs

When and how to repot troughs plants.

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How to Clean a Garden Hose After Use
07 August 2024

How to Clean a Garden Hose After Use

Proper cleaning for garden hose.

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Summer Pruning Plum Trees
07 August 2024

Summer Pruning Plum Trees

Mid-season pruning for plum trees.

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Yew vs Hawthorn Hedge: Which Is Better?
06 August 2024

Yew vs Hawthorn Hedge: Which Is Better?

Comparing yew and hawthorn for hedging.

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Hellebores Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
06 August 2024

Hellebores Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about hellebores care.

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Bug Hotel Planning Permission in the UK
06 August 2024

Bug Hotel Planning Permission in the UK

Do you need permission for a bug hotel?

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How to Help Solitary Bees in Winter
06 August 2024

How to Help Solitary Bees in Winter

Supporting solitary bees through cold months.

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Asters Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
06 August 2024

Asters Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about asters care.

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How to Plant Up a Troughs
05 August 2024

How to Plant Up a Troughs

Planting guide for troughs.

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How to Make Sand at Home
04 August 2024

How to Make Sand at Home

DIY sand for your garden.

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Repotting Plants in Wall Planters
03 August 2024

Repotting Plants in Wall Planters

When and how to repot wall planters plants.

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How to Prune Apple Trees in the UK
03 August 2024

How to Prune Apple Trees in the UK

Pruning guide for apple trees.

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How Often to Water Roses
03 August 2024

How Often to Water Roses

Watering frequency for roses.

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Best Pumpkins Varieties for UK Gardens
03 August 2024

Best Pumpkins Varieties for UK Gardens

Top pumpkins varieties for British conditions.

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When to Plant Agapanthus in the UK
03 August 2024

When to Plant Agapanthus in the UK

Best planting times for agapanthus.

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Preventing Chafer Grubs in Your Garden
02 August 2024

Preventing Chafer Grubs in Your Garden

Stop chafer grubs before they become a problem.

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How to Repair a Tool Rack
01 August 2024

How to Repair a Tool Rack

Fixing common tool rack problems.

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Echinacea Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
01 August 2024

Echinacea Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about echinacea care.

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How to Attract Blackbirds to Your Garden
01 August 2024

How to Attract Blackbirds to Your Garden

Creating a blackbirds-friendly garden.

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Hoverflies-Friendly Garden Tips
31 July 2024

Hoverflies-Friendly Garden Tips

Making your garden welcoming for hoverflies.

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Forsythia Hedge Problems and Solutions
31 July 2024

Forsythia Hedge Problems and Solutions

Common issues with forsythia hedges and how to fix them.

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Growing Alliums in Pots and Containers
30 July 2024

Growing Alliums in Pots and Containers

Container growing guide for alliums.

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How to Store Rocket After Harvest
30 July 2024

How to Store Rocket After Harvest

Keeping rocket fresh for longer.

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Raised Bed Positioning Tips
30 July 2024

Raised Bed Positioning Tips

Where to place your raised bed.

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How to Grow French Beans in the UK
30 July 2024

How to Grow French Beans in the UK

Complete guide to growing french beans in British gardens.

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How to Grow Violas in the UK
29 July 2024

How to Grow Violas in the UK

Complete guide to growing violas in British gardens.

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How to Maintain a Garden Steps
29 July 2024

How to Maintain a Garden Steps

Keeping your garden steps in good condition.

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Beech Tree Problems in UK Gardens
28 July 2024

Beech Tree Problems in UK Gardens

Common beech issues and how to treat them.

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Hard Pruning Salix: When and How
28 July 2024

Hard Pruning Salix: When and How

Rejuvenation pruning for salix.

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When to Plant Nasturtiums in the UK
27 July 2024

When to Plant Nasturtiums in the UK

Best planting times for nasturtiums.

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Building a Toads House for Your Garden
27 July 2024

Building a Toads House for Your Garden

DIY toads habitat guide.

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Leaf Miners Damage: How to Identify and Treat
26 July 2024

Leaf Miners Damage: How to Identify and Treat

Spotting and fixing leaf miners damage.

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Kerria Pruning Mistakes to Avoid
26 July 2024

Kerria Pruning Mistakes to Avoid

Common errors when pruning kerria.

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Rotavator Not Working? Common Fixes
25 July 2024

Rotavator Not Working? Common Fixes

Troubleshooting your rotavator.

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When to Prune Blackcurrants Trees in the UK
25 July 2024

When to Prune Blackcurrants Trees in the UK

Best pruning times for blackcurrants.

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January Gardening Jobs for UK Gardens
25 July 2024

January Gardening Jobs for UK Gardens

What to do in the garden in January.

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Best Parsnips Varieties for UK Gardens
25 July 2024

Best Parsnips Varieties for UK Gardens

Top parsnips varieties for British conditions.

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How Often to Water Containers
25 July 2024

How Often to Water Containers

Watering frequency for containers.

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How Fast Does Amelanchier Grow in the UK?
25 July 2024

How Fast Does Amelanchier Grow in the UK?

Growth rates for amelanchier in British conditions.

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Spade Safety Tips
24 July 2024

Spade Safety Tips

Using your spade safely.

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What Do Grass Snakes Eat in UK Gardens?
24 July 2024

What Do Grass Snakes Eat in UK Gardens?

Feeding grass snakes in your garden.

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Photinia vs Yew Hedge: Which Is Better?
24 July 2024

Photinia vs Yew Hedge: Which Is Better?

Comparing photinia and yew for hedging.

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Bats-Friendly Garden Tips
22 July 2024

Bats-Friendly Garden Tips

Making your garden welcoming for bats.

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How to Fix Drought Stress in Your Lawn (UK Guide)
22 July 2024

How to Fix Drought Stress in Your Lawn (UK Guide)

Step-by-step guide to fixing drought stress in British lawns.

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How to Deadhead Echinacea for More Blooms
22 July 2024

How to Deadhead Echinacea for More Blooms

Deadheading tips for echinacea.

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How Much to Prune Honeysuckle
22 July 2024

How Much to Prune Honeysuckle

Pruning amounts for honeysuckle.

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Growing Violas in Pots and Containers
21 July 2024

Growing Violas in Pots and Containers

Container growing guide for violas.

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How to Deadhead Gladioli for More Blooms
21 July 2024

How to Deadhead Gladioli for More Blooms

Deadheading tips for gladioli.

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How to Thicken a Euonymus Hedge
21 July 2024

How to Thicken a Euonymus Hedge

Tips for making your euonymus hedge denser.

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Sweet Peas Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
20 July 2024

Sweet Peas Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about sweet peas care.

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How to Harvest Brussels Sprouts: When and How
20 July 2024

How to Harvest Brussels Sprouts: When and How

Knowing when brussels sprouts is ready to pick.

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Growing Daffodils in Pots and Containers
20 July 2024

Growing Daffodils in Pots and Containers

Container growing guide for daffodils.

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When to Replace Your Chainsaw
20 July 2024

When to Replace Your Chainsaw

Signs your chainsaw needs replacing.

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Can You Grow Horse Chestnut in the UK?
20 July 2024

Can You Grow Horse Chestnut in the UK?

Growing horse chestnut in British gardens.

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Best Time to Water Vegetables
20 July 2024

Best Time to Water Vegetables

Optimal watering times for vegetables.

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Best Fuchsias Varieties for UK Gardens
19 July 2024

Best Fuchsias Varieties for UK Gardens

Top fuchsias varieties that thrive in Britain.

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How Much to Prune Clematis
19 July 2024

How Much to Prune Clematis

Pruning amounts for clematis.

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Best Begonias Varieties for UK Gardens
19 July 2024

Best Begonias Varieties for UK Gardens

Top begonias varieties that thrive in Britain.

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Freesias Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
19 July 2024

Freesias Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about freesias care.

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Summer Pruning Weigela
18 July 2024

Summer Pruning Weigela

Mid-season pruning for weigela.

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When to Trim Blackthorn Hedges in the UK
18 July 2024

When to Trim Blackthorn Hedges in the UK

Best times to cut blackthorn hedges for healthy growth.

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Best Plants for Solitary Bees in UK Gardens
18 July 2024

Best Plants for Solitary Bees in UK Gardens

Plants that attract solitary bees.

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Natural Flea Beetles Control Methods
18 July 2024

Natural Flea Beetles Control Methods

Organic ways to deal with flea beetles.

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How to Thicken a Escallonia Hedge
17 July 2024

How to Thicken a Escallonia Hedge

Tips for making your escallonia hedge denser.

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Hanging Baskets Feeding Schedule
17 July 2024

Hanging Baskets Feeding Schedule

When to feed plants in hanging baskets.

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