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Help and Advice
Welcome to the blog!
Here you’ll find tips, seasonal advice, and a few handy tricks to help keep your garden looking its best ~
whether you’re living in the Limousin full-time or just looking after a gîte.
From pruning and planting to saving water in dry summers,
I share what’s worked for me over the years. And if you ever need a hand, I’m just a message away.
Thanks for stopping by ~ let’s grow something great.
~ Tim
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Winter Garden Jobs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Keep Your Garden Going This Winter with Tim Read Gardening Services As autumn fades…
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Storm Damage in the Garden ~ How to Clear Up and Protect Your Outdoor Space
Living in rural France, we’re no strangers to sudden storms that can cause unexpected…
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Stunning Flowerbed Ideas That Thrive All Year Round
Brighten Your Garden with Flowerbed Ideas That Work A well-planned flowerbed can completely transform…
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Let’s Talk Sh*t: A Gardener’s Guide to Animal Manure
By Tim Read Gardening Services It might not be glamorous, but compost and animal…
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Garden Tips for Gîte Owners and Expats in France
If you’re gîte owners or living part-time in France, keeping your garden in shape…
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Catching Rain – Saving Water for a Drier Summer
When the rain finally arrives, even briefly, it’s a gift worth saving. In the…
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Keeping Hedges Tidy – The Tim Way
There’s nothing like a well-cut hedge to give your garden that neat, cared-for look.…