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Molly Hartley
Plants & Borders Editor
Has gardened the same heavy-clay plot for fifteen years and won the argument with it roughly half the time. Writes about planting, pruning, borders, bulbs and lawns - plus the furniture and lighting that make a garden somewhere you actually sit. Firm believer that the right plant in the right place beats any amount of expensive kit. Rarely seen without soil under her fingernails.
Articles by Molly Hartley
- How to Kill Weeds in Block Paving and GravelStubborn weeds destroying your driveway? Discover the smartest tech-backed methods to permanently banish weeds from block paving and gravel.
- How to Get Rid of Ants in the Lawn and PatioTiny invaders taking over your outdoor space? Discover fast, effective methods to reclaim your lawn and patio from stubborn ant colonies for good.
- Wormeries Explained: Turn Kitchen Scraps Into Liquid GoldDiscover how worms silently transform your kitchen waste into a powerful liquid fertilizer that supercharges plant growth naturally.
- Greenhouse Heaters & Frost Protection for Winter GrowingKeep plants thriving all winter—discover the best greenhouse heaters and frost protection strategies to extend your growing season year-round.
- Lawn Feed Through the Year: What to Use and WhenLearn what lawn feed to use each season and decode NPK ratios to grow thick, healthy turf throughout the year.
- Patio Heaters and Chimineas: Keeping the Garden Usable After DarkExtend your outdoor season long after sunset—discover how patio heaters and chimineas transform chilly gardens into warm, inviting evening retreats.
- How to Improve Heavy Clay Soil: Practical Amendments & TimingTransform dense, waterlogged clay into thriving garden soil with proven techniques that boost drainage, aeration, and nutrient flow fast.
- How to Water Your Garden in a Heatwave Without Wasting a DropBeat the heat without wasting a drop! Discover smart watering strategies to keep your garden thriving during a heatwave while cutting water waste.
- Getting Your Garden Ready for Winter: A ChecklistProtect your garden before frost hits! Follow our essential winter prep checklist to keep your plants thriving until spring. 🌱❄️
- What to Plant in October: Bulbs, Veg and Bare-Root TreesPlant now for spring rewards! October is prime time for bulbs, winter veg & bare-root trees—your future garden starts today.
- Autumn Lawn Care: The Jobs That Set Up Next YearDon't let falling leaves fool you—autumn is your lawn's most critical season. The work you do now determines next year's lush, green success.
- How to Get Rid of Moss in Your Lawn for GoodBanish stubborn lawn moss forever with proven techniques that target root causes—poor drainage, shade, and soil acidity—for a lush, green yard.
- Solar Garden Lights That Are Actually Bright EnoughTired of dim, decorative solar lights? We tested dozens to find the ones that actually illuminate your yard—not just flicker pathetically in the dark.
- How to Prune Roses Without Ruining ThemMaster the art of rose pruning with expert tips that promote lush blooms—not bare stems. Your roses will thank you all season long.
- How to Fix a Patchy Lawn: A Step-by-Step GuideTransform your dull, patchy lawn into a lush green paradise with our expert step-by-step guide to diagnosing, treating, and reviving dead grass.