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With the temperature starting to drop and nights drawing in, there are plenty of clear reminders that winter’s not too far away. Bearing this in mind, now is the ideal time to prepare your garden for winter, by protecting both the natural and manmade elements of your outdoor area from the colder, harsher weather [...]
Robotic mower technology has hugely advanced over recent years. And one particular range has really caught our eye, so much so that we really want to shout about it. This particular range of robotic mowers is the Segway Navimow i Series. What Makes the Navimow i Series So Special? These Segway robot mowers have [...]
Using a wheeled leaf and litter vacuum is an exceptionally convenient and highly effective way to remove rubbish and green debris from any outside area. These garden machines often appeal to local authorities and businesses, as well as owners of large outdoor spaces who may have hired out their land for a special event. [...]
Clearing leaves is a key garden maintenance task every autumn, so let’s take a look at the most effective ways you can do it. We’ll start things off by summarising the reasons why leaf collecting is such an important job. We’ll then examine not only the best garden tools for clearing leaves but for [...]
Pruning is one of gardening’s key tasks. It involves carefully removing certain parts of a plant, with the aim of promoting new growth. When done correctly, pruning will dramatically improve your plants’ health, appearance and overall structure. But if you prune badly, it will do far more harm than good. And if you’re going [...]
Hedges consist of lines of shrubs or small trees, which have been planted closely together to form a living wall. Suitable for use as a garden boundary, privacy screen or to compartmentalise an outdoor area, they provide valuable shelter and food for insects, birds and small mammals. Hedges are highly effective ways to capture [...]
No piece of garden machinery makes a bigger contribution to keeping your outdoor area looking spick and span than your lawnmower. But when any machine works this hard, it’s inevitable that it will need a bit of tender loving care, if it’s going to continue to work effectively, over the longer term. Bearing this [...]
Keeping your strimmer in top working condition not only makes your gardening tasks easier but also ensures the best results for your lawn and garden. One common maintenance task is replacing the strimmer wire or cord. In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about how to replace strimmer wire, ensuring you can [...]
Maintaining your hedge trimmer blades in sharp condition is essential for efficient, safe, and effective trimming. Whether you're sprucing up hedges, shaping bushes, or cutting back perennials, a well-maintained blade ensures clean cuts and healthy plants. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to sharpen hedge trimmer blades, focusing on both electric hedge trimmers [...]
As the frost of winter melts away and the first green shoots of spring emerge, your lawn begins its own journey towards summer vitality. Spring heralds a time of awakening for your garden, with your lawn at the heart of this seasonal transformation. To guide your lawn through this transition and ensure it thrives, a [...]
Gardening can be a rewarding experience, transforming outdoor spaces into places of beauty and tranquility. However, when using garden machinery, safety should always be a top priority. Whether you're mowing the lawn, trimming hedges, or tackling tough underbrush with a strimmer, the right garden PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and practices can protect you from [...]
Maintaining the health of your home involves a multitude of tasks, and one often overlooked aspect is gutter cleaning. Neglected gutters can lead to a host of issues, including water damage, foundation problems, and even pest infestations. While the thought of climbing ladders to clean gutters might be daunting, there are innovative solutions and [...]
