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seed packets illustration

October - organise seed packets

Use an old wooden box – a wine box is good – and divide it into sections.

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August - take box cuttings

You can never have too many box plants to train and clip and make into low hedges.

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August - train ivy into patterns

Use fast-growing ivies to make interesting and formal patterns on areas of blank wall.

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pond weed

June - get rid of pond weed

Keep your pond clear by pulling out blanket weed with a garden fork

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petals

June - floating petals

Float brightly coloured flower petals in large shallow bowls or bird baths

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May - train a honeysuckle

Grow a honeysuckle into an umbrella shape by twining the stems around a strong stake.

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April - revive your lawn

Cut out worn areas of grass in neat squares and replace them with fresh pieces of turf

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chillies illustration

April - grow chillies

Sow the seeds of different types of chillies – hot, mild, sweet and fiery.

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