Spring is the season in which your garden comes back to life after the cold winter months. As you witness the first few indications that summer is on the way, everything from flower beds to grass lawns begin to grow at a considerable rate. But before you start cutting your lawn this spring, there are […]
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If you’re an avid gardener, you might have heard the terms ‘mulch’ and ‘mulching’ a few times. You might have even been advised to mulch your own garden! In this blog post we outline what mulch is, types of mulch and why you should apply mulch to your garden this spring. What is Mulching? Put […]
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Sustainable ways to remove your garden waste! If you’ve had a clear out in the garden, you’re likely to have a fair bit of waste to get rid of. But what do you do with the mounds of grass clippings, heaps of soil and bags of branches now? In this blog post, we give you […]
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The arch-nemesis of any gardener, weeds are self-seeders that flourish depending on the condition of the soil and weather. Different weeds thrive in accordance with their surroundings and can often spread into unwanted locations in your garden. Knowing how to tackle these weeds is only half the battle – understanding how they grow will ensure […]
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Looking for ways to reuse, recycling and repurpose things in 2021? Well, the garden is the perfect place to do this! We’ve all seen garden ideas like plant pot old metal buckets, watering cans and teacup planters for alternative and reusable solutions in eco gardens – but if you’re looking for a bigger planter solution, […]
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Spending more time at home means finding new projects to keep us occupied. Garden art is a perfect way to keep busy and improve the look of your garden with some great decor ideas. Garden decor can take many shapes and forms, from unique garden wall art to hedge shaping and helps add elements of […]
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Something as seemingly mundane as grass has a lot more to it than meets the eye. Let’s take a look at the life cycle of grass and what you can do during the process to improve your lawn’s overall health and appearance. Stages in the Life Cycle of Grass Gramineae, the family of plants, is […]
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Climbing plants are a brilliant addition to any garden. They take up minimal floor space, add another dimension to your garden and look beautiful. But which climbing plants are best for your garden? Some prefer lots of sunlight, some need careful tendering, some dislike the cold winter months. Read on to find out which climbing […]
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If you want to make your garden look beautiful without spending too much time tendering to the plant life, you need to select plants that can—to some extent—take care of themselves. While all plantlife will require some TLC, there are certainly some that need less than others. In this blog post, we list our top […]
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A shed can be a great addition to your back garden for its utility alone. But if it’s looking more like an eyesore and less like a storage spot or a place to work on gardening or other projects, there are solutions. If it’s not falling down around you, there’s still hope for your ugly […]
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Songbirds are a wonderful garden visitor. Not only are they beautiful to watch, but they can help keep pests such as bugs at bay and help with pollination. Your garden may be birdless right now, but following these tips will have chirpy voices visiting your garden on a regular basis in no time. Songbirds you […]
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Winter can be hard on our gardens, but it’s not all doom and gloom during this dark, cold season. While grass growth slows and plants become dormant, your soil is crying out for some well needed TLC. In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct explains the importance of caring for your garden’s soil during the winter […]
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Winter can be uninspiring for gardeners, with most plant life dormant for the cold days and long, dark nights. With the garden tools tucked up in the shed for winter and little growth to monitor, many gardeners use this as a time to give their garden a spruce up. In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct […]
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Springtime is the ideal growing season. The perfect time to enrich your garden: plant spring bulbs such as daffodils and tulips, clear up the dead leaves and cut back your perennials. Summer fosters growth and stability for your new plants and such progress should be maintained as much as possible during autumn before the colder […]
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Transforming thin, lacklustre grass into a thicker, healthier lawn can seem like a huge task, when in reality it isn’t difficult to achieve. Autumn is the perfect time to do this, as lawn thickening in September and the colder months included concise steps to help get to your garden dream. Read on to find out. […]
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Having a garden and a lawn to take care of can be a lot of work, especially as every season comes with it’s new challenges and a new pile of chores. These 5 top autumn lawn care tips are some that should not be overlooked if you want to ensure that your garden stays healthy, […]
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Owning a garden and knowing what to do with the lawn in every season is tricky. There are so many processes and gardening tools to wrap your head around, but don’t fret, this guide is here to help you through when and how to feed your lawn in autumn. Read on to find out. When […]
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Raking through your lawn is one of the best ways to keep it in prime condition. It helps to remove moss and detritus from the grass, giving it more room to grow and breath, preventing the risk of lawn diseases. In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct outlines why this is the best lawn rake for […]
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Scarifiers are a common piece of equipment in many gardeners’ sheds. But what is it used for and how do you operate it? In this blog post, Lawnmowers Direct explains all. What is a lawn scarifier? A lawn scarifier—also known as a dethatcher—is a garden machine which can be used to remove most and other […]
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Lawnmowers get a lot of use—especially in the summer months—and sometimes require maintenance and replacement parts to continue to perform as they should. In this blog post, we provide a step-by-step guide on how to replace a drive belt on a mountfield lawn mower. Read on to find out more. Replacing the drive belt on […]
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Gardening has lots of known benefits for individuals, from more positive mental health to a reduced risk of stroke. But gardeners aren’t the only beneficiaries of a well-maintained outdoor space. Your green-fingered hobby could play a small part in saving the planet. Want to know more about why gardening is good for the environment? Lawnmowers […]
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Creating the perfect lawn isn’t easy. From ensuring your soil PH is stable to giving your lawn additional feed so it has the nutrients it needs to grow strong and healthy, there’s actually quite a lot of science involved. But other than the chemistry behind lawn care, there’s actually a lot to know about the […]
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Everyone is looking for easy ways to do their bit for the environment. From creating less waste and using less plastic to using public transport rather than jumping in the car to get to work. But what if you’re looking for a way to improve the environment right outside your door? Eco gardens are a […]
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Some gardening tasks demand a machine made of tougher stuff. Mowing wet grass is one of these tasks. Water creates a number of hazards and potential complications that only a certain calibre of lawn mower can handle. In this blog, Lawnmowers Direct signposts the best lawn mowers available for the tricky job of cutting grass […]
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