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5 easy ways to improve a garden

Follow these easy steps to improve your garden with the minimum of effort.

1) Declutter and define the borders

Weed and remove any dead or dying plants from the borders, then create a sharp edge to the lawn.

2) Mulch!

In order to keep those weeds at bay and create an aethetically looking border, mulch with bark, compost or top-soil.

3) Create colour with flowers

Choosing colourful flowering plants from your local garden centre will quickly create a lovely summer feel to a garden.

4) Create feature planting

Investing in a large feature plant such as a tree or bush can create an excellent focus point in a garden and add structure. Plants such as bamboos, ferns, olive, bay or cherry trees work really well.

5) Statement

Creating a strong focal point in a garden is a simple and easy way to improve a garden. Adding a sculpture, water feature or nice piece of garden furniture works well.

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