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YOUR PRUNING MONTH

The garden is probably not looking its best this month, as it slowly dips under the protection of winter’s duvet, only to reveal itself again in the spring. Weeds, bare branches and fallen leaves need a tidy up, but corners of the garden can be left a little wild with piles of twigs or leaves to protect wildlife. November should be seen as the month when you start to protect plants and structures.

It is the perfect time to stand back and look at the bare structure of the garden. Colder temperatures, strong winds,

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