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  • Taking cuttings from hydrangeas

    Can you take cuttings from any hydrangea? Or just a certain type?

    Asked by Kelly on 18th Dec 2022
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    Are battery-powered lawnmowers any good?

    Are battery-powered lawnmowers any good for larger lawns?

    Asked by Pete on 13th Mar 2023
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    Cost to build a garden playground

    Thinking climbing frame, swings and a bark chip area for the kids. Ballpark cost including groundwork?

    Asked by Elly on 31st Jul 2026
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    No dig garden method

    What is the no dig garden method? What benefits does it offer and what are its potential drawbacks?

    Asked by caroline on 2nd Sep 2022
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    Best shrubs for amateur gardeners

    Which shrubs are best for an amateur gardener to grow? Are there any that don't need pruning etc?

    Asked by Bill on 13th Dec 2022
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    Apple plant pruners

    What are the best pruners for apple plants? What is the best pruning method?

    Asked by Cheryl on 29th Jan 2021
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    Is a metal shed better than a wooden one?

    Our old wooden shed has finally rotted through and I'm tempted by a metal one this time. Do they suffer with condensation though? It'll be storing power tools and the mower.

    Asked by Charles on 3rd Sep 2026
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    Poppies taking over my garden borders

    Poppies are taking over my borders and I can't seem to get rid of them. What's the best way to control them?

    Asked by LAURA on 25th Nov 2022
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    New garden fence less than 6 months old

    Good morning I paid a fencer in February £2000 to do me a new garden fence however I have noticed on one side of the fence that some panels are warped, gaps in between each panel and lots of holes in the panels, is this normal?

    Asked by Julia on 24th Jun 2025
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    Planning permission for decking

    We want to build raised decking in the back garden, about 500mm off the ground at the highest point. Does this need planning permission? Or does permitted development cover it?

    Asked by Patrick on 23rd Jun 2026
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