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Plant Propagation: How and Why to Do It
Plant propagation refers to growing new plants through either sexual or asexual reproduction. The former type refers to the flowering, pollination and fertilisation that happens with a mother and father…
The Essential Lawn Care Guide For Homeowners
Firstly, congratulations on your new home! Whether you’ve been on the property ladder for several years or this is your first time buying or renting, we understand how rewarding it…
How to Create a Raised Flower Bed
If you’re looking for an introduction to gardening or vegetable growing, raised flower beds are a fantastic place to start. They offer a wide number of benefits without many of…
Get Your Garden Summer Ready
Throughout the year we invest a lot of time and effort into our gardens so when summer arrives it is time to sit back and enjoy the fruits of our…
Garden Lighting Ideas and Trends for Summer 2018
Here at Greensleeves Lawn Care HQ, we are optimistically thinking that warmer weather is on its way (and hopefully to stay!). The heat wave we had in April has got us…
Real Grass V.S. Artificial Lawns: The Lawn Care Debate
So you’re trying to decide which is best for your garden, either a real or artificial lawn. There are benefits to both, but here at Greensleeves, we know that real…
Garden Patio Ideas for Your Summer Garden
A patio gives your garden another area in which to enjoy, sit back and relax. Now that we’re enjoying much nicer weather here in the UK, you want to make…
Tackling Lawn Thatch: Causes and Prevention
Lawn thatch is a naturally occurring layer of dead and living lawn material that lies between the soil and the top level of the grass shoots. This can be made…
Reviving a Brown Lawn: Essential Lawn-Saving Tips
Many of you will have been enjoying this glorious summer weather we’ve been having, giving us the opportunity for long evenings in the garden, BBQs and sunbathing! However, your lawn…
How Your Garden Can Save You Money
Everyone loves to save a bit of money here and there, to help you save for the bigger expenses. Your garden might not be the first thing that comes to…
Essential Gardening Jobs in September
September brings the new season of Autumn and a variety of gardening tasks that need undertaking. Autumn is one of the most important times of year to care for your lawn. After…
How to Save Water in Your Garden: 5 Top Tips
Looking to save the planet or cut down on your water bill? Here’s how to conserve water without sacrificing the beauty of your garden. Whether you’re simply updating…