| How to Know When It’s Time for a Garden Fix-Up |
| Seasonal Wear-and-Tear Indicators That Signal It’s Time for Repairs Gardens face a range of challenges throughout the year, from stormy winters to dry summers. While a bit of mess is expected, there are key signs that indicate your garden needs more than just a tidy. Here’s what to look out for: |
| Sagging or Damaged Fences and Gates Fences and gates often take the brunt of bad weather. Check for: Panels that are loose or broken Fence posts that have rotted at the base Gates that stick or don’t latch properly Mossy, Slippery Paths and Patios Shady or damp areas often grow moss and algae, making surfaces slippery: Paving stones look dark green or black Surfaces feel greasy or dangerous to walk on Weeds are growing between cracks Worn-Out Garden Furniture or Features Benches, planters, and sheds all suffer with time: Wood is cracking, softening, or mouldy Paint is flaking or metal is rusting Screws are missing or furniture feels unstable Tired-Looking Beds and Borders Beds and borders lose vitality after a few seasons: Beds look bare, patchy, or thin Soil appears dry or depleted Edging is lost under grass or weeds Neglected Nooks and Forgotten Corners Out-of-sight areas are often where clutter gathers: Unused areas become dumping grounds for pots or tools Debris, old compost bags, or broken items are present Ivy or brambles are creeping |
| Checklist Summary: Signs Your Garden Needs a Fix-Up Use this list to spot trouble early: Fence panels are leaning or broken Gate doesn’t close or latch properly Paving is mossy or slippery Cracks in patios or weeds poking through Wooden benches or sheds look worn Furniture has peeling paint or rust Beds and borders look bare or tired Plants struggling, or the soil looks depleted Corners cluttered with garden waste or tools Overgrowth from ivy or brambles in unused areas |
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Worthy advice, Rory!
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