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Is autumn really the best time to plant trees and shrubs?
If you're planning to add a new tree, hedge or shrub to your garden this year, you've probably heard that autumn is the best time to plant.
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The best spring bulbs for pots and small gardens
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How and when to divide garden perennials
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How and when to divide garden perennials
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Dividing is a useful way to revive an overcrowded perennial, control its size and create extra plants for another part of the garden.
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How to prepare outdoor pots for winter
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September is a sorting month in Irish gardens: protect what is already growing, plant where conditions are right, and leave the jobs that are better done later.
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September is a sorting month in Irish gardens: protect what is already growing, plant where conditions are right, and leave the jobs that are better done later.
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