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A lush green lawn is a great asset, especially in summer when we want to be outdoors sharing our garden with family and friends. Green lawns help to reduce outdoor temperatures as they don’t absorb and hold heat as do hard surfaces such as paving. A lush lawn also provides a comfortable, safe space for children and pets to play...

Ornamental grasses have much to offer gardens and are widely used in landscape and show gardens, but home gardeners have been slow to embrace grasses. This may be because many gardeners know little about ornamental grasses and often equate them with weeds. Rest assured, there are lots of good ornamental grasses that are well worth a place in your garden...

Looking for a quick guide on how to lay turf? We'll be honest - there are no shortcuts to DIY lawn victory. Laying first-class grass is all about careful planning and preparation. Thankfully, everything you need to know is right here.   TOOLS Rotary hoe or lawn cutter and mattock to remove your old lawn Shovel, for digging up existing soil and...

A day or two spent on your lawns now will make for lush green lawns that are a pleasure in the coming spring and summer days.