Underplanting explained: how layering plants beneath trees and shrubs improves soil health, suppresses weeds, boosts resilience, and creates low-maintenance, natural-looking gardens.
Tag Archives: Gardening
Invasive vs Vigorous
Understanding the difference between invasive and vigorous plants helps gardeners make responsible choices, manage growth effectively, and protect biodiversity without sacrificing a healthy, productive garden.
Volunteer Plants in Gardening
Volunteer plants appear naturally in gardens and can signal soil health, support wildlife, or become a nuisance. Learn how to identify, manage, and work with them.
Pathways & Soil Compaction in Gardening
How garden pathways influence soil compaction, plant health, drainage, and long-term soil structure, with practical guidance for prevention and repair.
Yellowing Leaf Diagnosis
A practical guide to diagnosing yellowing leaves, covering watering, nutrients, soil health, light levels, and seasonal plant behaviour.
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