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Lawns form the heart of most gardens. Most lawns are made up from intricate mixes of grass varieties. But from a pollinator perspective lawns are a monoculture and although some grasses are larval plants for some moth species and grass does make pollen, grasses are wind-pollinated and not ideal food plants for most insects. However, the other plants that grow within a lawn, that you might detest, or class as weeds, are actually vital early spring food plants for our pollinator pals.
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It’s that time of year when most gardeners will be thinking about giving their lawnmower its first outing of the year, storms permitting! Having been stored away in winter ‘hibernation’ for the past few months, some mowers might need a service before being ready for action.
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Mulching mowers provide around 30% of the nutrients your grass needs to thrive. But is a mulching mower always the smartest choice? In this article, we explore the pros and cons of mulching – so you can make the right decision for your lawn.
<p>This February has seen a really damp start to the year here in Wales. We’ve been battered by two storms and the most recent storm, named Storm Eunice hit us with incredible winds. Thankfully we had a boot of tools in readiness for the storm and the Keder greenhouse managed to hold up to the 90mph winds. Whilst there is no doubt that Gardening is seasonal, the variations in our weather right across the UK means that there is no set rules for setting actual dates for sowing and planting. Whilst gardening calendars are really useful, the weather will determine what we can do in the garden. In this edition, we’ll give you an update on what’s happening in the garden as well as some pointers to help you maximise the benefits from your garden.</p>
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Your garden knows who you really are, just by the way you take care of it. With a single look, you can tell somebody's inner personality. Extroverted or contemplative? You'll never look at your neighbour’s lawn the same way again!
Pruning trees is not the same as pruning plants and requires an entirely different set of considerations. While pruning plants can be advantageous to their wellbeing, pruning trees can actually compromise their health. We’ve put together a guide of when and how to prune your trees.
For sports grounds across the UK, maintaining top-quality turf is a year-round challenge. Whether it’s rugby, football, cricket, or racing, great games begin with great grounds — and STIGA robotic mowers are quietly leading a transformation in pitch care.
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