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If you want a beautiful, full garden without spending your weekends pruning, watering and deadheading, this guide is for you. As a professional gardener, I’m often asked for low maintenance plants that still look good. The good news? There are loads of great options that thrive in UK gardens with minimal effort. Here’s my go-to […]

Dog urine spots can be one of the most frustrating problems for lawn-proud homeowners. You’ve spent time and effort building a lush green lawn — then suddenly you’ve got yellow patches, bare spots, and dead grass where your dog goes to the toilet. As a professional gardener working across UK gardens year-round, I’ve dealt with

Your February garden can be transformed into a vibrant oasis, even in the midst of winter chill. As a dedicated gardener serving the community of Formby, we understand the importance of garden maintenance and landscaping, especially during the colder months. In this article, we’ll introduce you to five resilient plants that will not only survive

Many of us might think that winter is a time when our gardens go into hibernation, but that’s not entirely true. Winter can also be a magical time for your garden if you know how to prepare it right and create a sanctuary for local wildlife. Today, I want to share with you some tips

One of the most crucial jobs during the autumn period is keeping those pesky pests at bay to protect your garden. I’ve spent many an autumn battling these little invaders, so I thought I’d share some of my best tips with you. Firstly, let’s understand why pest control is important in autumn. Many insects lay

As the summer days start to shorten and we find ourselves in the early days of August, it’s time to plan ahead for the autumn months. One task that often comes to mind is dealing with all those fallen leaves. But did you know that these leaves can be turned into what gardeners fondly call

The leaves are beginning to change colour and the air is getting a bit nippy – we’re heading into autumn. It’s a beautiful time of year, but it also means that there’s plenty of work to be done in our gardens. One crucial task that many gardeners overlook during this season is pruning. While it

As we’re moving steadily towards autumn and then winter, it’s time to start thinking about what jobs need doing in the garden over the next few months. Just because winter is on its way doesn’t mean we have to say goodbye to our beautiful gardens until spring rolls around again. So which bulbs should you