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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Holly Crossley

How to make the 5 worst gardening jobs easier – with time-saving tips from the experts

Digging in garden with garden spade.

On the whole, gardening can be a wonderful activity. It allows us to appreciate nature, get some fresh air, and take a break from screens. There's also a huge sense of reward in growing your own veggies, flowers, fruit, and herbs.

However, even the keenest of gardeners would agree that certain tasks can become tiresome year after year, whether that's weeding, mulching, or constantly watering plants during hot, dry spells. Such outdoor chores can make ticking off your to-do list feel daunting, especially if you're short on time. But, there are ways to make them easier and faster – and as a result, more enjoyable – that you may not have thought of yet.

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