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Weeds as a moisture retentive living groundcover
A few years ago I stopped weeding the above corner of our garden and then, when I saw the results, quickly stopped weeding the rest of the garden as…
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In support of scrappy grass paths
Why I changed my mind on grass paths to become their champion
Jan 22
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Wildflower starter mix for butterflies and moths (full sun)
Planting mix providing habitat and food for larvae and adult lepidoptera
Dec 10, 2025
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Garden furniture in wild gardens
How to choose the right furniture for comfort and style
Dec 3, 2025
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What materials should a patio or seating area be made from?
Thinking sensitively about hard landscaped garden areas
Nov 6, 2025
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How big should a patio be?
Design a patio sensitive to wildlife while minimising size and its carbon footprint as much as possible
Oct 29, 2025
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Wild Way garden design guide
Everything you need to create a contemporary wilder garden that puts nature at its very heart, creating a closer connection to the world for personal…
Oct 5, 2025
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How to establish wildflowers in part to full-shade (part one)
With no weeding, watering or ground preparation
Oct 3, 2025
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What is plant community design and does it work?
Introduction to the concept of wilder planting design
Jun 20, 2025
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Minimal-weed gardening
How this new approach will transform your garden and life
May 28, 2025
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Plant vigour ratings
How and why the RHS and Kew could collaborate
May 2, 2025
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How to feed birds naturally in gardens and provide shelter
Creating long lived habitat and plant communities for birds to thrive
Apr 25, 2025
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