Category: Landscape

Maintaining your Garden to a High Standard

Maintain your garden to a high standard Maintaining a garden to a high standard requires regular attention and care. Here are some tips on how to keep your garden looking its best: Watering: Make sure to water your garden regularly, especially during dry periods. The amount and frequency of watering will depend on the type […]

Hedge Maintenance and tips for wildlife

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Hedge Maintenance Tips     Hedge maintenance involves the care and upkeep of hedges, which are rows of shrubs or small trees planted closely together to form a barrier or boundary. Here are some tips for maintaining a hedge: Regular trimming: Trim your hedge regularly to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth. The frequency […]

Planting and aftercare of Beech Hedging

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Planting and Care of Beech hedging   Planting beech hedging can be a great way to create a natural and attractive boundary around your property. Here are some steps to follow when planting beech hedging: Choose the right time to plant: The best time to plant beech hedging is in the autumn or winter when […]

Yew Balls – Care and Maintenance (Taxus Baccata)

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Maintenance of yew balls – Taxus Baccata   Yew balls, also known as topiary balls, are popular decorative plants that require regular maintenance to keep them looking healthy and attractive. Here are some tips on how to maintain yew balls: 1.Prune regularly: Yew balls should be pruned at least twice a year, once in the […]

Mature Hedging Ireland

What is a Hedge Hedges are usually planted to define property boundaries and provide privacy or to give shelter from prevailing winds. They can be formal, such as clipped Buxus (box), Taxus (yew) and Fagus (beech) or informal with colourful foliage or flowers, like Viburnum or Crataegus (hawthorn). Here’s a recent video of the planting […]

Gardening Hand Tools

Hand Tools – What I Use Gardening with the right tools will make your enjoyment richer and give a better result – a good set of hand tools are essential and if looked after and cared for, are a great addition for the avid gardener. As a pro, the first hand tool to acquire has […]