April is the month of emergence when you will see rapid growth in the garden. Unfortunately, this also applies to those pesky weeds. Follow our guide for a weed-free summer:
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Act quickly and weed when they are still seedlings.
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Never let weeds flower and set seed.
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Take steps to prevent weeds by covering borders with mulches and groundcover plants.
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Use a systemic weedkiller to tackle problem perennial weeds such as Dandelion in the garden.
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Tackle hard to reach weeds on patios and pathways with a targeted weedkiller.
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Never throw weeds on your compost – put them safely in the bin!