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Soil & GroundYellow patches in lawn from dog urine: how to fix them
Dog urine causes yellow patches in grass through nitrogen burn. Learn how to prevent the damage and restore the spot.
Garden ConstructionHeight differences in your garden without a retaining wall
A garden with height differences needs a good plan. Learn how to handle slopes with ground covers, terraces, stairs and drainage.
Garden LayoutReplace your fence with hedges or pleached trees
Fed up with your wooden fence? Discover which hedge types and pleached trees work for your garden, compare costs and growing times.
Garden LayoutCreate focal points in your garden design: eye-catching elements
A strong garden has at least one focal point. A tree, pot, bench or water feature that draws your eye. Learn where to place it and which elements work.
Garden LayoutCurved lines in garden design: create flow and space illusion
Straight lines feel rigid. Curved paths and borders make gardens feel larger and more natural. Learn to use curves strategically.
Garden LayoutInformal garden design: organic lines and natural planting groups
Design an informal garden with curved lines and natural planting groups. Avoid symmetry and create space for spontaneous growth.
Garden LayoutDesign a formal garden: symmetrical layout with central axis
Create a formal symmetrical garden. Central axis as anchor, mirrored plantings, and classical proportions for timeless elegance.
Garden LayoutDog-friendly garden layout: safe pathways and sturdy plants
A dog in your garden requires smart planning. Discover how to integrate safe paths, robust plants, and play space.
Garden LayoutGarden planning on paper: scale drawing and layout
Think out your garden on paper before digging. Learn how to make a scale drawing, measure, and plot zones.
Garden LayoutHow to layout a north-facing garden: using shade, finding sun spots
A north-facing garden means more shade. Learn how to plant for shade tolerance, maximize sun pockets, and create a full, blooming garden.
Garden LayoutDivide garden zones without fences: hedges, levels, and planting
Fences feel rigid and stiff. Divide your garden into zones using hedges, level changes and plantings for more space and naturalness.
Garden LayoutDeep garden layout: create garden rooms and break sight lines
Design a deep rectangular garden without long, boring tunnels. Create garden rooms and break sight lines for depth and intrigue.
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