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A young tree in blossom, freshly planted in a sunny backyardPlanting

Planting a tree with rootball in autumn: step by step

Autumn is the best time to plant a tree with a rootball. Read how wide to dig the hole, how to remove the wrap, and how much water your tree needs.

8 min
Pile of autumn leaves with insects and spidersSeasonal Tips

Why you should NOT remove ALL autumn leaves

Many gardeners remove all autumn leaves. This is a mistake. Learn why you should leave leaves and how much you can remove.

8 min
White and pink anemone flowers floating in September light, autumn greenPlant Combinations

Anemone combinations: soft autumn blooming

Japanese anemone blooms precisely when other plants fade. With the right companions, you create a gentle, lush autumn scene from August to October.

5 min
Glowing autumn garden with red Japanese maple, ornamental grasses and autumn astersPlant Combinations

Autumn colour combinations: a garden that glows in October and November

Discover plant combinations for spectacular autumn colours. Japanese maples, ornamental grasses, asters and berry shrubs for a glowing garden.

4 min
Autumn garden with colourful fallen leaves and a compost heapSeasonal Tips

Clearing autumn leaves and composting: from waste to garden gold

Discover how to clear autumn leaves and compost them. Turn leaf litter into valuable nutrition for your garden.

4 min
Autumn garden with protected plants and a layer of mulch on bordersSeasonal Tips

Preparing your garden for winter: protect plants and lawn

Get your garden winter-ready with this step-by-step guide. Protect plants, lawn and borders from frost.

4 min

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