<![CDATA[ Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating in Garden ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden Thu, 21 May 2026 08:35:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ These trees are perfect for small gardens – they'll add colour and structure but won’t take over your space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/best-trees-for-small-gardens JrfcrbNo22KzHphZMxB7Ld Thu, 21 May 2026 08:35:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Growing hydrangeas in pots is easier than you think – here's how to keep them thriving ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/growing-hydrangeas-in-pots ovyVmYmxZKqAkctDhx9Qad Wed, 20 May 2026 08:15:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I transformed an old shipping container into a budget-friendly garden office' – take a look inside this creative space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/shipping-container-converted-into-garden-office rkWwdfqEFZBryAoowEeQK9 Sun, 17 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 19 May 2026 15:54:35 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to grow hydrangeas successfully – expert tips for bigger blooms and healthier shrubs ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/how-to-grow-hydrangeas LHYFoAaw7CWrMtcvYpNyzf Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 beautiful trees that thrive in pots – these top choices will make a big impact in a small space ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/best-trees-to-grow-in-pots YVgmwyvgix9Rpoyw34Nrbd Wed, 13 May 2026 08:15:00 +0000 Tue, 19 May 2026 14:10:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should you rethink No Mow May? 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2026 08:45:00 +0000 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:56:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ Washing line neighbour dispute sparks talk of council action over 'ruined view' claim ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/planning/washing-line-neighbour-dispute-sparks-talk-of-council-action-over-ruined-view-claim Jz6Qsz47sX6VtDArJY7vmM Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Mary Berry's garden pest tips for April that use kitchen leftovers as natural deterrents ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/mary-berrys-garden-pest-tips-for-april-that-use-kitchen-leftovers-as-natural-deterrents 2XgLNJ4baprzvBLqj8JZ8V Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:37:42 +0000 <![CDATA[ Don't make this common pruning mistake – why you should never trim your hedges in the spring ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/when-you-shouldnt-prune-hedges VT9AwWhs9Xed8eXk2fPLL8 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:15:13 +0000 <![CDATA[ What you can and can’t put in your garden recycling bin after 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6 reasons your lawn looks patchy – plus the easy fixes that actually work ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/outdoors/garden/common-causes-of-a-patchy-lawn mcPoJEhR6Sw4CkFffeZFne Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Run, don't walk. 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