Stop making simple pruning mistake that will set gardens 'back a full year'

Ornamental grass can add a range of textures and colours to the garden, but they need proper care. However, one common ...

I'm a gardening expert — one pruning mistake can set your garden back a full year

A gardening expert has advised fellow gardeners that they might be pruning one type of plant in the wrong way that could set ...
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I'm a gardening expert – this late-winter ornamental grass pruning mistake can leave your borders bare for a year

One pruning slip on ornamental grasses can leave your borders flat for a year; learn the right UK timing to keep them full and flowing.

First lawn mow of 2026: What to know before you cut the grass

Tips on how to mow the lawn, ahead of the first grass cut of the year, including grass preparation, the one third rule and ...

8 plants to prune right now for amazing summer blooms

Pruning at the right time can mean the difference between lush summer blooms and a season of disappointment. Here’s what to ...

Grass expert tells gardeners to 'keep mower in shed' until specific date

While it might be tempting to give it a trim now, an expert says it's not time yet ...

'I'm a grass expert - use this method when you mow for first time, but not yet'

"When you mow for the first time this year, ensure your mower blades are on the highest setting so you only trim the very top third of the grass. You can cut it shorter once you've seen how your lawn ...

Horticulture Happenings: Pruning shrubs in winter

If you are looking for a good winter garden activity, late February through March is a good time to prune summer-blooming ...