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Amy McArdle

How to rescue your backyard after a heatwave – expert tips for a garden that's suffered from extreme heat

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As the heatwave continues across lots of the US, it's hard to ignore the damage its wreaking on those yards that aren't used to such extreme hear. Just as you want to spend more time enjoying the outdoors, it might just be that your backyard has never looked worse. 

Brown grass is the least of your worries, at the same time flowers are wilting and vegetables are shrivelling. It seems all your hard work during spring and winter crafting a beautiful modern garden has gone to waste. If your yard is in need of some emergency care, listen up. There are certain dos and don'ts when it comes to rescuing your garden after a heatwave. Experts have revealed their top tips for getting your greenery back to health after being stripped by the heat.

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