Autumn is a great time for gardeners to lay the foundations for springtime success. A little bit of effort before the first frost goes a long way to protecting your garden and keeping it in tip top condition. Really it could be seen as a spring clean for your garden, it’s just the opposite season!… Read more »
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Barking up the wrong tree? What species are best suited to gardens?
Trees are a fantastic addition to gardens – they bring privacy, interest and wildlife, but not all species are ideal for smaller gardens. Such is the powerful nature of trees that planting the right species can even help to control garden problems, particularly if you have clay soil or drainage issues. Some trees, however, need… Read more »
Don’t be defeated by tree stumps – call in the experts
Have you been left stumped by how to get over the final hurdle to clearing a patch of your garden? Maybe you’ve moved into a new house and want to make a few changes, or you could have decided it’s time to tackle a long-ignored part of the garden. However, grand plans to overhaul parts… Read more »
Let the light in: Keep conifers trim to keep everyone happy
An Englishman’s home is his castle, so goes the saying, and for many years the outer boundary of that castle was quite often protected by a line of conifers. Green, lush, and, by and large, impossible to see through, conifers stood to attention at the end of gardens across the country. But something happened to… Read more »
When to Call a Tree Surgeon
Cutting down a tree or its branches is not an easy thing to do. Sawing tree limbs is one thing, but sawing them safely and ensuring the tree will stay alive is another thing. Most people are not aware of the safest ways to cut down a tree to the ground so that is why… Read more »
Why you should remove a tree stump
If you are using the help of a tree removal service, it is very likely that you will have to make a decision about the removal of the tree stump as well. So, prior to the arrival of the tree removal expert you should also think about the tree stump that will be left. If… Read more »
Low Maintenance Garden Ideas
Keeping your garden neat and organised is a time consuming and difficult job. Ordinary gardening activities like weeding, watering, pruning and mowing require a lot of effort and time. This is difficult for many people especially for the elderly and for people with busy working lives. By using low maintenance garden ideas, you can reduce… Read more »
3 of the most common problems with trees
Trees, just like any other plant, can experience problems. If you have trees in your garden, then it’s a good idea to inspect them from time to see if it’s in good condition. In this article, we take a look at three of the most common problems with trees in the UK (and around the… Read more »
How to prevent winter damage to trees and shrubs
Wet, cold and windy weather can cause significant damage to shrubs, trees and different garden structures like a trellis for example. By enhancing shelter, mulching, staking plants, re-arranging plants, you should be able to keep your plants and garden safe. Many people use protective coverings to keep their plants safe. These coverings are perfect for… Read more »
Why you should remove a tree stump
If you are using the help of a tree removal service, it is very likely that you will have to make a decision about the removal of the tree stump as well. So, prior to the arrival of the tree removal expert you should also think about the tree stump that will be left. If… Read more »