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Soil & GroundGround cover plants against weeds: plants that work
Ground covers smother weeds where mulch falls short. Learn which plants spread quickly and need little maintenance.
Soil & GroundPrevent weeds with mulch and ground cover: practical guide
Prevention beats cure. Learn how to suppress weeds permanently using mulch, ground cover, and strategic planting.
Garden ConstructionHow to plant under a tree: creating a shade garden
Plant successfully under a tree with shade and drought-tolerant plants. Tree circle design, plant selection, and step-by-step guide.
Garden ConstructionHow to plant a slope: preventing erosion with vegetation
Plant a slope or hillside to prevent erosion. Proper plant selection, spacing, and step-by-step installation guide.
Plant CombinationsTree base planting: from bare ring to green gem
Discover how to plant the dry, shady ground around tree trunks with combinations that flourish. From ferns to cyclamen — give every tree a green base.
Plant CombinationsHedge underplanting: colour and life at the foot of your hedge
Discover which plants thrive under and alongside your hedge. From spring bulbs to evergreens — turn a bare hedge base into a flowering border.
Plant CombinationsLow-maintenance combinations: a beautiful garden without endless work
Discover plant combinations that need barely any maintenance yet look fantastic. Ground covers, grasses and robust perennials for the busy gardener.
Plant CombinationsRock garden plant combinations: alpine beauty in a small space
Discover the best rock garden combos with succulents, alpines and ground cover. Tips for a low-maintenance rockery.
Soil & GroundHow to sow green manure in your garden
Green manures improve your soil for free. Discover which types to sow when and how to dig them in for best results.
Soil & GroundMulching: benefits and methods
Mulching saves you work and keeps your garden healthy. Discover the benefits, best materials and how to get started.
PlantingGround cover plants: a green carpet for your garden
Ground cover plants suppress weeds and give your garden a polished look. Discover the best species for sun and shade.
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