Tough prunings and garden waste will rot down quicker in the compost heap if you shred it first, but you'll need a reliable and quick shredder that will help you whizz through the job. One things to ...

It will reduce the amount of material you bring in to build and maintain beds. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She ...

Gardens are a labour of love. There’s always those repetitive, regular jobs to do, while each season, every month of the year in fact, also brings with it particular tasks. Of course, there are myriad ...

13:30, Mon, Sep 29, 2025 Updated: 16:20, Mon, Sep 29, 2025 Autumn leaves might look pretty, but left to pile up they quickly become a nuisance. On paths and driveways, they turn slippery when wet, ...