The Gardener's LogChoosing a Garden Fence and Getting the Posts Right
Fence types compared, how deep fence posts should go, concrete versus timber posts, and the boundary and planning rules to check first.
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Hard Landscaping
Jet Washing a Patio Safely Without Damaging It
How to pressure wash a patio properly - choosing pressure and nozzles, protecting joints, dealing with algae, and re-sanding afterwards.
Hedges
Planting Bare-Root Hedging: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to choose, prepare and plant bare-root hedging in the UK - species, spacing, trench preparation, planting, mulching and aftercare.
Hedge Trimming and Bird Nesting Season: What the Law Says and When to Cut
When it is safe to trim a hedge in the UK, how bird nesting rules work, how to cut properly and when a tall hedge becomes a legal issue.
Lawns
Autumn Lawn Care in the UK: What to Do and When
A practical autumn lawn routine for UK gardens - scarifying, aerating, feeding, overseeding and when to make the last cut.
Plants and Planting
Overwintering Pots and Containers: Protecting Plants from Frost and Wet
How to protect container plants through a UK winter - frost-proofing pots, lifting tender plants, reducing watering and avoiding waterlogging.
Planting Spring Bulbs: A Practical Guide for UK Gardens
When, where and how deep to plant daffodils, tulips, crocuses and other spring bulbs in UK gardens, including pots and lawns.
Seasonal Jobs
Clearing Leaves from Lawns and Borders (and What to Do with Them)
How to clear autumn leaves efficiently, where to leave them for wildlife, and how to turn them into free leaf mould.
Soil and Composting
Composting at Home: A Simple Guide That Actually Works
How to make good compost in a UK garden - what to add, what to avoid, the right balance of greens and browns, and how to fix common problems.
Tools and Equipment
How to Prepare Your Garden Tools and Equipment for Winter
A practical checklist for cleaning, sharpening and storing hand tools, mowers, trimmers and battery tools so they are ready for spring.
Trees
Pruning Small Trees: What to Cut in Autumn and Winter, and What to Leave
Which small garden trees to prune now, which to leave alone, how to make a proper cut, and the tree protection rules to check before you start.
Weeds
Controlling Weeds in Autumn: Which Ones to Tackle and How
How to deal with perennial and annual weeds in autumn - digging, mulching, hoeing and when chemicals are worth considering - plus a note on invasive species.