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Garden ConstructionTrees close to the house: roots, foundations and what you can do
Which trees are risky near the house? Learn about roots, distance, root barriers and safe alternatives.
Garden ConstructionDealing with blanketweed in your pond
Green blanketweed choking your pond? Learn how to tackle it without chemicals: raking, reducing nutrients, adding oxygen plants, and creating shade.
Garden ConstructionDrip irrigation in the border: water efficiently
Drip irrigation saves water, time and money. Learn how to connect a drip system, where to place it and how to winterise it.
Garden ConstructionFront garden design along the pavement: rules and plant choices
A beautiful front garden along your street adds immediate character. Learn what local rules apply, which plants tolerate dry conditions, and how to respect your neighbors.
Garden ConstructionGreen roof on a shed or bike shelter: how to build it
A green roof on your shed or bike shelter adds insulation, soaks up rainwater, and needs little upkeep. Here is how to build it yourself, step by step.
Garden ConstructionRemove green moss from patio and tiles
Green moss comes off with baking soda and scrubbing. Learn how to clean your patio safely and keep it moss-free afterwards.
Garden ConstructionHeat protection plan: garden above 30 degrees
Temperatures above 30 degrees challenge every garden. A good heat plan protects your plants, water table and outdoor living space when the heat arrives.
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 ConstructionChoosing a greenhouse or tunnel for a small garden
Want to harvest vegetables earlier or grow exotic plants? Discover which greenhouse or tunnel fits your garden and what it costs.
Garden ConstructionStarting a new garden on building rubble: the phases per year
Your new garden sits on building rubble: rubbish, compaction and no soil life. Learn how to tackle it phase by phase and what you save by planning ahead.
Garden ConstructionWeeds between pavers and joints without chemicals
Weeds between patio slabs grow fast and look messy. Learn which methods really work without glyphosate or salt.
Garden ConstructionRain barrel installation and maintenance
You connect a rain barrel to the downpipe in ten to fifteen minutes with the right fittings, and two seasonal checks keep it working well for years.
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