Much Ado About Gardening

26/02/2024

As late winter rolls in, it’s a great time to prune your deciduous ornamental grasses.

Take this Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’, for instance—it’s kept its structure and autumn hues through winter, but now it’s ready for a trim. Snip last season’s growth down to about 12cm to make way for fresh sprouts.

This particular grass shines in groups or drifts, creating a stunning screen, but even a solo plant, like this budget-friendly one I planted last spring, adds dynamic movement and height to your garden.

By the way, if you’re looking for some gardening gear, here’s what i’m wearing -

• Shower Resistant Softshell Leggings from
• Gilet from
• SUPER comfy wellies from

12/12/2023

What is the difference between a few of the rake styles that you can buy? Is plastic just a cheap version? Do the metal rakes really do anything? Take a look 👀

Give this a like and follow and If you use YouTube I also have an advice channel there (see below!)

Equipment:
Black and orange rake - (i think!)
Metal rake - or
Jumper -
Boots -

Thanks for watching!

Comparing a few different styles of leaf rakes and how I use them. Like and subscribe to hear more tips and tricks on garden maintenance and design. I am a p...

07/12/2023

I’ve just started a channel on YouTube for Much Ado About Gardening. I will be giving free advice on garden maintenance, garden design and landscaping. I would love a like and subscribe to get it going. If there’s anything related to gardens you would like me to talk about on a video, then please let me know and I will try to make it happen!

Thanks for your time! 🥰

My garden guidance video #1! I have the professional training so I might as well share it! Thought I’d give it a go and see if anyone finds it useful.Please ...