Hedge Cutting & Garden Maintenance Blog

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

When to Plant Gladioli in the UK
16 July 2024

When to Plant Gladioli in the UK

Best planting times for gladioli.

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Gladioli Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
16 July 2024

Gladioli Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about gladioli care.

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How to Train a Mulberries Tree
16 July 2024

How to Train a Mulberries Tree

Training methods for mulberries trees.

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Flea Beetles Damage: How to Identify and Treat
15 July 2024

Flea Beetles Damage: How to Identify and Treat

Spotting and fixing flea beetles damage.

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Window Boxes Feeding Schedule
15 July 2024

Window Boxes Feeding Schedule

When to feed plants in window boxes.

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Best Materials for a Path
15 July 2024

Best Materials for a Path

Choosing materials for your path.

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How to Grow Leeks in the UK
15 July 2024

How to Grow Leeks in the UK

Complete guide to growing leeks in British gardens.

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Sorbus vs Rowan: Which Should You Plant?
15 July 2024

Sorbus vs Rowan: Which Should You Plant?

Comparing sorbus and rowan for your garden.

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How to Plant Up a Barrel Planters
15 July 2024

How to Plant Up a Barrel Planters

Planting guide for barrel planters.

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Storing Your Hoe Over Winter
15 July 2024

Storing Your Hoe Over Winter

Winter storage for hoe.

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Carnations Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
15 July 2024

Carnations Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about carnations care.

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Copper Beech Hedge Problems and Solutions
15 July 2024

Copper Beech Hedge Problems and Solutions

Common issues with copper beech hedges and how to fix them.

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How to Train a Strawberries Tree
15 July 2024

How to Train a Strawberries Tree

Training methods for strawberries trees.

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When to Harvest Blackberries in the UK
14 July 2024

When to Harvest Blackberries in the UK

Knowing when blackberries is ripe.

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How to Plant Up a Raised Planters
14 July 2024

How to Plant Up a Raised Planters

Planting guide for raised planters.

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Thuja vs Privet Hedge: Which Is Better?
14 July 2024

Thuja vs Privet Hedge: Which Is Better?

Comparing thuja and privet for hedging.

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How to Deadhead Impatiens for More Blooms
14 July 2024

How to Deadhead Impatiens for More Blooms

Deadheading tips for impatiens.

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Pruning Penstemons for Shape
12 July 2024

Pruning Penstemons for Shape

Shaping your penstemons through pruning.

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When to Prune Ash Trees
12 July 2024

When to Prune Ash Trees

Best time to prune ash for healthy growth.

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Summer Pruning Clematis
10 July 2024

Summer Pruning Clematis

Mid-season pruning for clematis.

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How to Deadhead Hollyhocks for More Blooms
10 July 2024

How to Deadhead Hollyhocks for More Blooms

Deadheading tips for hollyhocks.

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When Do Wrens Hibernate in the UK?
10 July 2024

When Do Wrens Hibernate in the UK?

Understanding wrens seasonal behaviour.

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Best Plants for Woodpeckers in UK Gardens
10 July 2024

Best Plants for Woodpeckers in UK Gardens

Plants that attract woodpeckers.

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Dibber Maintenance Guide
09 July 2024

Dibber Maintenance Guide

Keeping your dibber in top condition.

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How to Build a Garden Steps (DIY Guide)
09 July 2024

How to Build a Garden Steps (DIY Guide)

Step-by-step garden steps construction.

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How to Deadhead Rudbeckia for More Blooms
08 July 2024

How to Deadhead Rudbeckia for More Blooms

Deadheading tips for rudbeckia.

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Log Store Ideas for Small Gardens
07 July 2024

Log Store Ideas for Small Gardens

Compact log store solutions.

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How to Harvest Onions: When and How
07 July 2024

How to Harvest Onions: When and How

Knowing when onions is ready to pick.

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How to Fix Frost Damage in Your Lawn (UK Guide)
05 July 2024

How to Fix Frost Damage in Your Lawn (UK Guide)

Step-by-step guide to fixing frost damage in British lawns.

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Peppers Companion Planting Guide
05 July 2024

Peppers Companion Planting Guide

What to grow alongside peppers.

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Natural Frit Fly Control Methods
05 July 2024

Natural Frit Fly Control Methods

Organic ways to deal with frit fly.

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Lawn Dollar Spot After Drought: How to Recover
04 July 2024

Lawn Dollar Spot After Drought: How to Recover

Restoring your lawn after drought damage.

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When to Prune Salix in the UK
04 July 2024

When to Prune Salix in the UK

Best pruning times for salix.

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Best Plants for Clay Soil
04 July 2024

Best Plants for Clay Soil

What grows well in clay conditions.

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Summer Pruning Pear Trees
04 July 2024

Summer Pruning Pear Trees

Mid-season pruning for pear trees.

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Overwintering Plants in Urns
03 July 2024

Overwintering Plants in Urns

Protecting urns plants in winter.

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When Do Cabbage Root Fly Appear in UK Gardens?
02 July 2024

When Do Cabbage Root Fly Appear in UK Gardens?

Seasonal timing for cabbage root fly activity.

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Budget Lawn Ideas for Gardens
02 July 2024

Budget Lawn Ideas for Gardens

Affordable ways to add lawn.

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When to Striping Your Lawn in the UK
02 July 2024

When to Striping Your Lawn in the UK

Best timing for striping your lawn through the seasons.

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How Fast Does Birch Grow in the UK?
01 July 2024

How Fast Does Birch Grow in the UK?

Growth rates for birch in British conditions.

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Stepping Stones Planning Permission in the UK
01 July 2024

Stepping Stones Planning Permission in the UK

Do you need permission for a stepping stones?

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How to Use a Pressure Washer Properly
01 July 2024

How to Use a Pressure Washer Properly

Getting the best results from your pressure washer.

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Shears Maintenance Guide
01 July 2024

Shears Maintenance Guide

Keeping your shears in top condition.

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October Gardening Jobs for UK Gardens
01 July 2024

October Gardening Jobs for UK Gardens

What to do in the garden in October.

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How to Get Rid of Frit Fly in the Garden
01 July 2024

How to Get Rid of Frit Fly in the Garden

Effective methods for controlling frit fly.

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Lawn Striping Tips for UK Gardens
01 July 2024

Lawn Striping Tips for UK Gardens

Expert advice on striping your lawn properly.

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When to Prune Medlars Trees in the UK
01 July 2024

When to Prune Medlars Trees in the UK

Best pruning times for medlars.

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When to Prune Wisteria in the UK
01 July 2024

When to Prune Wisteria in the UK

Best pruning times for wisteria.

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How to Get Rid of Caterpillars in the Garden
01 July 2024

How to Get Rid of Caterpillars in the Garden

Effective methods for controlling caterpillars.

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Plants That Repel Leaf Miners
30 June 2024

Plants That Repel Leaf Miners

Natural deterrents for leaf miners.

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When to Plant Sunflowers in the UK
29 June 2024

When to Plant Sunflowers in the UK

Best planting times for sunflowers.

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Building a Robins House for Your Garden
29 June 2024

Building a Robins House for Your Garden

DIY robins habitat guide.

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Urban Garden Ideas for UK Homes
29 June 2024

Urban Garden Ideas for UK Homes

Creating a urban garden in Britain.

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Leatherjackets in Lawn: How to Treat
28 June 2024

Leatherjackets in Lawn: How to Treat

Dealing with leatherjackets in your grass.

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Strawberry Pots Feeding Schedule
28 June 2024

Strawberry Pots Feeding Schedule

When to feed plants in strawberry pots.

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Goldfinches in Garden: Good or Bad?
28 June 2024

Goldfinches in Garden: Good or Bad?

Are goldfinches helpful or harmful?

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Kale Growing Problems and Solutions
27 June 2024

Kale Growing Problems and Solutions

Common kale issues and how to fix them.

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March Gardening Jobs for UK Gardens
27 June 2024

March Gardening Jobs for UK Gardens

What to do in the garden in March.

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Tulips Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning
25 June 2024

Tulips Care Guide: Watering, Feeding and Pruning

Everything you need to know about tulips care.

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Cotoneaster Pruning Mistakes to Avoid
25 June 2024

Cotoneaster Pruning Mistakes to Avoid

Common errors when pruning cotoneaster.

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When to Trim Forsythia Hedges in the UK
23 June 2024

When to Trim Forsythia Hedges in the UK

Best times to cut forsythia hedges for healthy growth.

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When to Plant Hellebores in the UK
23 June 2024

When to Plant Hellebores in the UK

Best planting times for hellebores.

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Best Plants for Stony Soil
23 June 2024

Best Plants for Stony Soil

What grows well in stony conditions.

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Carrot Fly Damage: How to Identify and Treat
23 June 2024

Carrot Fly Damage: How to Identify and Treat

Spotting and fixing carrot fly damage.

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How to Clean a Secateurs After Use
22 June 2024

How to Clean a Secateurs After Use

Proper cleaning for secateurs.

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Autumn Planting Guide for the UK
22 June 2024

Autumn Planting Guide for the UK

What to plant in autumn.

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How to Clean a Hedge Trimmer After Use
21 June 2024

How to Clean a Hedge Trimmer After Use

Proper cleaning for hedge trimmer.

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Winter Pruning Weigela
21 June 2024

Winter Pruning Weigela

Dormant season pruning for weigela.

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What to Do in the Garden in July
21 June 2024

What to Do in the Garden in July

Monthly garden guide for July.

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How to Shape a Tapered Hedge
21 June 2024

How to Shape a Tapered Hedge

Creating tapered shapes with your hedges.

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Natural Leatherjackets Control Methods
20 June 2024

Natural Leatherjackets Control Methods

Organic ways to deal with leatherjackets.

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How Fast Does Alder Grow in the UK?
20 June 2024

How Fast Does Alder Grow in the UK?

Growth rates for alder in British conditions.

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When to Plant Anemones in the UK
20 June 2024

When to Plant Anemones in the UK

Best planting times for anemones.

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How to Grow a Escallonia Hedge
19 June 2024

How to Grow a Escallonia Hedge

Complete guide to planting and growing escallonia hedges.

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How to Get Rid of Whitefly in the Garden
19 June 2024

How to Get Rid of Whitefly in the Garden

Effective methods for controlling whitefly.

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Storing Your Rake Over Winter
18 June 2024

Storing Your Rake Over Winter

Winter storage for rake.

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Mealybugs vs Aphids: What's the Difference?
18 June 2024

Mealybugs vs Aphids: What's the Difference?

Telling mealybugs and aphids apart.

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How to Use a Loppers Properly
18 June 2024

How to Use a Loppers Properly

Getting the best results from your loppers.

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Daffodils Not Flowering? Common Causes
17 June 2024

Daffodils Not Flowering? Common Causes

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

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How to Harvest Peppers: When and How
17 June 2024

How to Harvest Peppers: When and How

Knowing when peppers is ready to pick.

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When to Plant Primroses in the UK
16 June 2024

When to Plant Primroses in the UK

Best planting times for primroses.

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How to Aerating Your Lawn Without a Spreader
16 June 2024

How to Aerating Your Lawn Without a Spreader

Alternative methods for aerating when you don't have a spreader.

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Front Garden Japanese Ideas
16 June 2024

Front Garden Japanese Ideas

{Style} designs for front gardens.

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Lawn Crane Fly Larvae After Party: How to Recover
16 June 2024

Lawn Crane Fly Larvae After Party: How to Recover

Restoring your lawn after party damage.

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How Much to Prune Buddleia
16 June 2024

How Much to Prune Buddleia

Pruning amounts for buddleia.

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Lonicera vs Laurel Hedge: Which Is Better?
15 June 2024

Lonicera vs Laurel Hedge: Which Is Better?

Comparing lonicera and laurel for hedging.

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When Do Pea Moth Appear in UK Gardens?
15 June 2024

When Do Pea Moth Appear in UK Gardens?

Seasonal timing for pea moth activity.

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When to Plant Ranunculus in the UK
14 June 2024

When to Plant Ranunculus in the UK

Best planting times for ranunculus.

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Photinia Hedge Problems and Solutions
14 June 2024

Photinia Hedge Problems and Solutions

Common issues with photinia hedges and how to fix them.

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When to Prune Amelanchier Trees
14 June 2024

When to Prune Amelanchier Trees

Best time to prune amelanchier for healthy growth.

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How to Make Compost at Home
14 June 2024

How to Make Compost at Home

DIY compost for your garden.

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How to Shape a Arched Hedge
13 June 2024

How to Shape a Arched Hedge

Creating arched shapes with your hedges.

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Small Garden Path Ideas
12 June 2024

Small Garden Path Ideas

{Feature} solutions for compact spaces.

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Building a Birds House for Your Garden
12 June 2024

Building a Birds House for Your Garden

DIY birds habitat guide.

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How to Attract Frogs to Your Garden
12 June 2024

How to Attract Frogs to Your Garden

Creating a frogs-friendly garden.

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How to Clean a Dibber After Use
12 June 2024

How to Clean a Dibber After Use

Proper cleaning for dibber.

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