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Woman pruning plants in a garden bed with gardening tools and a wheelbarrow nearby on a sunny day.

Cutting Back Perennials in Late Winter: The 10-Centimetre Cut

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

Many amateur gardeners dutifully wait for the “official” gardening season, while others reach for the secateurs in late winter. Who...

Person scrubbing moss from tiled floor joints on a sunny terrace with brush, water bucket, and cleaning bottle nearby.

Clean Moss and Algae From Your Patio With 30p Household Vinegar

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

Many homeowners know the scene all too well: instead of a comfortable outdoor lounge area, they find a slippery coating...

Person trimming a small green houseplant in a terracotta pot on a windowsill with gardening tools nearby.

Money tree care in March: the one change that determines spring growth

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

In March, one specific adjustment determines whether your money tree thrives or merely limps along. Many owners underestimate just how...

Woman harvesting fresh garlic from a garden bed with a basket and gardening trowel nearby on a sunny day.

Growing Supermarket Garlic in Your Garden

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

What ends up in the pasta pot can become a small home-growing triumph in the veg patch: ordinary garlic cloves...

Person wearing a straw hat tending plants in a landscaped garden bed outside a house with a brown door and window.

Burglary Prevention: Four Thorny Plants for Your Security Garden

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

Many people immediately think of an alarm system, cameras and a reinforced front door when it comes to burglary prevention....

Person tending to honeysuckle climbing a trellis on a sunny porch with gardening tools nearby.

Evergreen Honeysuckle: Transform Your Front Garden in April

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

Many homeowners recognise the scene: the front of the house looks flat, colourless and somehow neglected. Rather than buying new...

Person pouring steaming water from a pot onto moss growing between patio tiles in a garden.

Potato Cooking Water for Moss-Free Patios Without Chlorine

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

Many people reach almost automatically for chlorine bleach in spring to scrub stubborn moss from paving slabs, wood or stone....

Person tending to a Monstera plant in a bright living room with houseplants and a humidifier on a wooden table.

Does Monstera deliciosa Really Clean Indoor Air?

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

In countless living rooms, it has long been the centre of attention: Monstera deliciosa, widely known as the “Swiss cheese...

Young man tending to potted plants on a balcony garden table in daylight.

The New Asian Plant Replacing Bamboo on City Balconies

Harriet M. Ashford • October 25, 2026

A quiet shift is currently taking place on city balconies: an unassuming Asian plant is displacing the long-celebrated bamboo. For...

Person in leather suit and helmet crouching behind green motorised wheelbarrow in a workshop.

Dylan Phillips and the World’s Fastest Wheelbarrow

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

“Is it like, y'know, riding a bike?” “Um, it’s more like pushing a wheelbarrow. Except the wheelbarrow is trying to...

Person wearing gloves pulls tall grass labeled capim-dos-pampas next to a coiled snake in garden bed.

Venomous Snakes in the Garden: These 3 Common Plants Create a Snake Haven

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

When the first spring barbecue is underway, an unwelcome visitor may already be appearing in the garden – silent, well...

Hands tending to purple and pink African violet plants on a sunlit windowsill with a watering jug nearby.

African Violet March Routine for Continuous Summer Flowers

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

The plant in question is the African violet: a small, charming windowsill star which, with the right care, can flower...

Man turning compost with a garden fork in a raised wooden bed in a sunny backyard garden.

Garden Waste Burning: What Changes After 31 March

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

In many municipalities, a deadline expires at the end of March that has so far given gardening enthusiasts a little...

Person scrubbing moss from patio stones with a brush, bucket, and watering can nearby in a garden.

Remove Moss from Patios with Washing-up Liquid Instead of a Pressure Washer

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

Stepping onto the patio in spring often reveals the same problem: slippery green growth, damp joints and uncertain footing. Many...

Woman crouching in garden tending to plant with dog sitting beside her and gardening supplies nearby.

Star Jasmine: Problems to Check Before Planting

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

Before planting, failing to check the essentials can lead to yellow leaves, pest outbreaks and even a risk to dogs...

Man decorating balcony railing with CDs and colourful ribbons as a pigeon flies nearby in a sunny neighbourhood.

How to Keep Pigeons Away from Your Balcony and Terrace

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

A simple change in approach suddenly transformed everything. Many city dwellers will recognise the situation: you repeatedly scrub the terrace...

Person sprinkling fertiliser on young plants in a vibrant flower garden with gardening tools nearby.

Fertilise These 11 Perennials in March for More Flowers

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

Many gardeners wait until flowers have already appeared before applying fertiliser. For perennials, that is usually too late. The real...

Person planting a young tree in soil with a metal watering can on a sunny day in a garden.

Plant a Jujube Tree in Late March for Sweet, Drought-Tolerant Fruit

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

While apples, cherries and peaches dominate attention everywhere, an exotic yet remarkably hardy fruit tree is gradually attracting ambitious home...

Person scrubbing moss off outdoor stone tiles with a brush and spray bottle in sunlight.

Remove Moss and Algae From Your Patio With Vinegar: The 1-Hour Routine

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

Many homeowners will recognise the scene: as soon as the frost has passed, their favourite outdoor spot looks dreary and...

Brown hen standing on grass near a small garden snake beside raised vegetable beds in a backyard garden.

Chickens That Keep Snakes Away From Your Garden

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

Many garden owners feel uneasy the moment they spot something slithering through the grass. This is particularly true for people...

A grandmother and granddaughter gardening together, planting bulbs in a sunny backyard with tools and bags nearby.

Grandma’s simple late-winter ritual against moss in the lawn

Harriet M. Ashford • October 24, 2026

When the snow melts, many amateur gardeners face the same frustrating sight: rather than lush green grass, they find a...