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How to Improve Your Garden Soil: 4 Tips for Enriching Your Soil

Posted on 8th June 2023 (22nd June 2023) by HedgesDirect

It’s official!   Improving your garden soil benefits your plants and your well-being.  Soil is a magical blend of organic matter, […]

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Posted in Planting Advice, Trees, Turf and TopsoilTagged Compost, garden soil, how to improve your soil, Rootgrow, soil conditions, soil improvement, Topsoil, what type of soil

How to Water Your Plants: The Best Time to Water, Tips for Watering, and More

Posted on 7th June 2023 (16th June 2023) by HedgesDirect

It seems crazy, doesn’t it? One minute it’s pouring with rain and the next we’re facing hose-pipe bans. So how […]

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Posted in Hedging Care, Seasons, Weather1 Comment

9 Garden Design Ideas: Garden Style Inspiration From Around The World

Posted on 23rd May 2023 (23rd May 2023) by HedgesDirect

“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” – Audrey Hepburn.  Gardening is all about optimism and, contrary to […]

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How to Prune Roses: A Simple Guide to Rose Pruning

Posted on 3rd May 2023 (3rd May 2023) by HedgesDirect

Their prickly stems and vigorous growth can intimidate even experienced gardeners, but cutting back roses is key to successful blooms […]

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Posted in Hedging CareTagged garden advice, gardening, hedges direct

Bird Nesting Season: What You Can Do to Help Birds Nesting in Hedges

Posted on 22nd March 2023 (24th March 2023) by HedgesDirect

Hedges provide a lifeline for our garden birds, from food and shelter to a safe place to build a nest […]

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Posted in Hedging Features, Planting Advice, Wildlife2 Comments

​11 Popular Garden Pests and Diseases Found in Hedging Plants

Posted on 20th March 2023 (30th March 2023) by HedgesDirect

It’s surprising how few gardeners bother to get their noses down in the shrubbery but to become a garden nasties […]

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Posted in Hedging Care, Planting AdviceTagged diseases, garden advice, garden pests, hedging, pests, plant diseases

Our Top 15 Spring-Flowering Shrubs to Plant for a Colourful Display

Posted on 13th March 2023 (14th March 2023) by HedgesDirect

Paint a colourful spring scene with our enticing line-up of early spring-flowering shrubs. You can always rely on a fabulous […]

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Posted in SeasonsTagged Flowers, Fruits, garden advice, hedge, hedging plants, Spring, wildlife

Attracting Wildlife: How To Create A Wildlife-Friendly Garden

Posted on 8th March 2023 (14th March 2023) by Hedges Direct

By Becky Seale Have you ever wondered how to make a wildlife garden? Becky Searle, a freelance gardening writer and […]

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Posted in Hedging Species, Planting Advice, WildlifeTagged wildlife, wildlife friendly hedging, wildlife gardens

Noticing Nature at our Nursery

Posted on 2nd February 2023 (2nd February 2023) by HedgesDirect

Gardening and wildlife go hand in hand, and at Hedges Direct our team enjoy taking simple moments to enjoy, help […]

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged birds, hedges direct, hedging, hedging plants, rspb1 Comment

How Gardening Can Support Your Mental Health and Wellbeing 

Posted on 16th January 2023 (16th January 2023) by Hedges Direct

Many of us take time to nurture our gardens and care for plants to ensure they stay healthy through the […]

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Posted in Community and Projects, Planting AdviceTagged anxiety, awareness, depression, elements, gardening, mental health, perfectionism, present mind, remedies, stress, well-being2 Comments

Lawn Care: How to Keep Your Grass Looking Healthy

Posted on 12th January 2023 (12th January 2023) by HedgesDirect

Green, healthy grass can transform the overall appearance of your garden.  But, keeping your lawn looking lush takes care and […]

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Posted in Planting Advice, Trees, Turf and Topsoil

Winter Hedge Care: How to Protect Your Hedge in Cold Conditions

Posted on 4th January 2023 (4th January 2023) by Hedges Direct

Hedges need to be looked after all year round, especially during the winter months.  If not given attentive care during […]

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Posted in Hedging Care, WeatherTagged hedging care, lawnmowers, rain, winter garden
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