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Have you tried the thumb hack? A grass expert said you can use your thumb to measure your grass to see if it's long enough to withstand winter conditions

Have you tried the thumb hack? A grass expert said you can use your thumb to measure your grass to see if it's long enough to withstand winter conditions

Homeowners urged to try this thumb hack to ensure lawns will survive winter

A boundary hedge is a hedge that separates you and your neighbour's gardens.

A boundary hedge is a hedge that separates you and your neighbour's gardens.

Can my neighbour remove our boundary hedge without my permission?

Florist Anna Brian will host the workshop at Webbs Garden Centre

Florist Anna Brian will host the workshop at Webbs Garden Centre

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Webbs Garden Centre to host Christmas wreath-making class

Joff Elphick will speak for the Hardy Plant Society in Worcester

Joff Elphick will speak for the Hardy Plant Society in Worcester

Gardening expert and podcaster to speak in Worcester

Patchy grass can be avoided with these easy tips

Patchy grass can be avoided with these easy tips

Garden expert shares 2 ways you can avoid patchy grass and help your lawn grow

Ross Dyke, a horticulture student from Droitwich

Ross Dyke, a horticulture student from Droitwich

Horticulture student launches UK project to get kids growing

Wykeham Gardens is ran by husband and wife duo Rachael Nitz and Andy Mahy

Wykeham Gardens is ran by husband and wife duo Rachael Nitz and Andy Mahy

Leigh Sinton plant centre to move to new site in Bransford

Rosemary can be used in your garden to keep rats away.

Rosemary can be used in your garden to keep rats away.

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Expert shares budget-friendly 52p hack that keeps rats away from your garden

By planting these five bulbs and doing all the hard work now, you will reap the benefits in Spring.

By planting these five bulbs and doing all the hard work now, you will reap the benefits in Spring.

Calling all gardeners! 5 bulbs that need to be planted now to get Spring flowers

One of the most common mistakes that causes houseplants to die is placing them in the wrong levels of sunlight.

One of the most common mistakes that causes houseplants to die is placing them in the wrong levels of sunlight.

If you keep killing your houseplants, you might be making this common mistake

Your lawn can be strengthened ahead of the winter if it is fed correctly

Your lawn can be strengthened ahead of the winter if it is fed correctly

Garden expert shares how tin foil can help your lawn grow thicker and healthier

Brits are being urged to help hedgehogs out this autumn and winter

Brits are being urged to help hedgehogs out this autumn and winter

Homeowners with gardens urged to create hedgehog havens for the colder months

It's best to stop mowing your lawn during the next month or so.

It's best to stop mowing your lawn during the next month or so.

When should you stop mowing your lawn? Expert tips on winter preparation

Four gardens, including Ravelin at Hanley Castle, will open for visitors

Four gardens, including Ravelin at Hanley Castle, will open for visitors

Last four Worcestershire gardens to open under National Gardens Scheme

Herefordshire gardener Ros Bissell will publish her first book, 'Gardening by the Seat of Your Pants'

Herefordshire gardener Ros Bissell will publish her first book, 'Gardening by the Seat of Your Pants'

Gardener to launch debut book on acclaimed Bromyard TV garden

You might need to get your neighbour's permission if you're thinking about altering your garden, including when installing fences

You might need to get your neighbour's permission if you're thinking about altering your garden, including when installing fences

Can you put up a garden fence without your neighbour's permission?

Droitwich Spa & District Horticultural Society Annual Flower Show is set for Bank Holiday Monday

Droitwich Spa & District Horticultural Society Annual Flower Show is set for Bank Holiday Monday

Family favourite flower show to return to Droitwich

Hiraeth, in Droitwich, will open its gates on Sunday

Hiraeth, in Droitwich, will open its gates on Sunday

Droitwich and Hanley Swan gardens to open gates for good cause

Specialist nurseries will offer a range of plants at the show, while expert talks, growing competitions, and floral art exhibitions will also take place

Specialist nurseries will offer a range of plants at the show, while expert talks, growing competitions, and floral art exhibitions will also take place

Giant vegetables and horticultural celebrities at autumn garden show

Hot tubs and electric lawnmowers can add a lot to a person's energy bills

Hot tubs and electric lawnmowers can add a lot to a person's energy bills

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Garden 'energy guzzlers' that could add £11m a week to energy bills for Brits

Japanese Knotweed and the other criminal plants that could land you with a £30,000 this summer

Japanese Knotweed and the other criminal plants that could land you with a £30,000 this summer

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The 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine

Slugs often eat plants but here are 10 tips to help you naturally keep them away from your garden

Slugs often eat plants but here are 10 tips to help you naturally keep them away from your garden

Naturally keep slugs away from your garden with these 10 tips

Alan Titchmarsh has shared the best flower shows and this Worcestershire one is among his favourites

Alan Titchmarsh has shared the best flower shows and this Worcestershire one is among his favourites

Why this Worcestershire flower show is one of Alan Titchmarsh's favourites

Experts at Worcestershire's Property Care Association have given homeowners a series of tips to combat bamboo

Experts at Worcestershire's Property Care Association have given homeowners a series of tips to combat bamboo

Experts issue tips for managing invasive bamboo in gardens

Cats can make their way into our gardens but there are some ways you can keep them away

Cats can make their way into our gardens but there are some ways you can keep them away

Not a feline fan? How to keep cats away from your garden without hurting them

Homeowners are being urged to try the 5p test if they want to keep rats and mice away

Homeowners are being urged to try the 5p test if they want to keep rats and mice away

Homeowners are being urged to try this 5p test to keep rats and mice away

Rats hate some plants and will avoid areas with the likes of sage and lavender

Rats hate some plants and will avoid areas with the likes of sage and lavender

Which plants do rats hate? Add these to your garden to keep the rodents away

Rats hate some plants and will avoid areas with the likes of sage and lavender

Rats hate some plants and will avoid areas with the likes of sage and lavender

Which plants do rats hate? Add these to your garden to keep the rodents away

Homeowners are being urged to try the 5p test if they want to keep rats and mice away

Homeowners are being urged to try the 5p test if they want to keep rats and mice away

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Homeowners are being urged to try this 5p test to keep rats and mice away

See which 6 low-maintenance plants are some of the best.

See which 6 low-maintenance plants are some of the best.

Need garden improvements? 6 low-maintenance plants that require minimal care

Bransford Webbs won the National Plant Show's Best New Plant award, whilst the Digitalis Apple Blossom was named Best in Show

Bransford Webbs won the National Plant Show's Best New Plant award, whilst the Digitalis Apple Blossom was named Best in Show

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Worcestershire plant company wins at National Plant Show

Top Ranked: Holloways in Suckley recognised amongst the UK's top ten garden centres

Top Ranked: Holloways in Suckley recognised amongst the UK's top ten garden centres

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Take a look around Worcestershire garden centre ranked among UK's best

Some plants could end up costing you £2,500 to fix

Some plants could end up costing you £2,500 to fix

The 9 common garden plants that could devalue your home by thousands

Find out how you can make weed killer at home

Find out how you can make weed killer at home

I tried this 80p homemade weed killer safe for pets but did it get rid for good?

L-R: Gemma Ranford, Wychavon’s place projects officer for Droitwich Spa, Matt Nichol, chairman of Droitwich Spa Place Board and Holly Allen, from Flowers and Elegance

L-R: Gemma Ranford, Wychavon’s place projects officer for Droitwich Spa, Matt Nichol, chairman of Droitwich Spa Place Board and Holly Allen, from Flowers and Elegance

Droitwich flower trail returns with five brand new floral displays

One of the most common mistakes that causes houseplants to die is placing them in the wrong levels of sunlight.

One of the most common mistakes that causes houseplants to die is placing them in the wrong levels of sunlight.

If you keep killing your houseplants, you might be making this common mistake

Does your local council collect your garden waste? What to do if you don't have a bin

Does your local council collect your garden waste? What to do if you don't have a bin

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Can I fly-tip garden waste? Find out if it's illegal and the rules to know

Experts at the Woodland Trust have warned gardeners not to buy rhododendron ponticum

Experts at the Woodland Trust have warned gardeners not to buy rhododendron ponticum

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Experts warn gardeners against invasive plant species harming UK wildlife

Japanese Knotweed and the other criminal plants that could land you with a £30,000 this summer

Japanese Knotweed and the other criminal plants that could land you with a £30,000 this summer

These are the 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine

Monty Don has shared advice on the garden jobs you should do in May, including cutting back some flowers

Monty Don has shared advice on the garden jobs you should do in May, including cutting back some flowers

Garden writer Monty Don shares two flowers you should cut back in May

STUNNING: Birtsmorton Court's stunning Union Jack garden

STUNNING: Birtsmorton Court's stunning Union Jack garden

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Aerial images capture stunning 'Union Jack' garden at historic country house

A boundary hedge is a hedge that separates you and your neighbour's gardens.

A boundary hedge is a hedge that separates you and your neighbour's gardens.

Can my neighbour remove our boundary hedge without my permission?

Flowers in pots and a watering can in the garden. Credit: Canva

Flowers in pots and a watering can in the garden. Credit: Canva

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See 5 shocking ways you might be breaking the law in your own garden

Crowds were out in force for this year's Malvern Spring Festival

Crowds were out in force for this year's Malvern Spring Festival

Thousands gather as Malvern Spring Festival rolls into town

Do you have any of these plants in your garden? They could be harmful to children

Do you have any of these plants in your garden? They could be harmful to children

7 common poisonous plants to keep away from children - why are they not safe?

Homebuilder's guide for growing your own vegetables this spring

Homebuilder's guide for growing your own vegetables this spring

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Homebuilder's guide for growing your own vegetables this spring

These are the rules if you want to cut overhanging branches from your neighbour's tree

These are the rules if you want to cut overhanging branches from your neighbour's tree

Can my neighbour cut my tree? Find out when they need permission from you

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company is providing resources for the competition

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company is providing resources for the competition

Plant company donates to RHS school garden challenge

Spetchley Gardens Specialist Plant Fair will return on Sunday

Spetchley Gardens Specialist Plant Fair will return on Sunday

Don't miss much-loved Midlands gardening event

Gardening experts are alerting anyone with a wheelie bin of section 46A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990

Gardening experts are alerting anyone with a wheelie bin of section 46A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990

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Breaking little-known bin rule could see you fined £80

Florilegium Society of Spetchley Gardens is currently hosting the inaugural 'Spetchley in Flowers'

Florilegium Society of Spetchley Gardens is currently hosting the inaugural 'Spetchley in Flowers'

Spetchley Gardens' inaugural flower exhibition launched

The Festival of Blossom has been created by the National Trust

The Festival of Blossom has been created by the National Trust

Hanbury Hall's Festival of Blossom offers unique flower-viewing experience

Seven Trent have issued the advice after the Easter holidays

Seven Trent have issued the advice after the Easter holidays

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Severn Trent tackles climate change with savvy gardening tips