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Gardening guides for Newquay and Cornwall

Practical local advice on garden maintenance, lawn care, hedge trimming, coastal planting and choosing the right gardener.

A tidy Newquay garden after regular maintenance
Updated 2026-06-15 · 8 min read

Best Gardeners in Newquay

A practical local guide to choosing a gardener in Newquay, with Quilliams Gardening & Landscaping listed first and Green Guys, GreenFern and other local options compared by service fit, price clarity and proof.

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Before and after lawn mowing reset on a Newquay front garden
Updated 2026-06-15 · 8 min read

Lawn Mowing in Newquay: Prices, Frequency and What to Check

A practical local guide to lawn mowing in Newquay, covering realistic prices, how often coastal lawns need cutting, what changes the quote, and how to choose a reliable mowing service.

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Coastal Cornwall garden planting with gravel and hardy shrubs
Updated 2026-05-26 · 8 min read

Best Plants for Coastal Cornwall Gardens

Salt and wind tolerant planting ideas for exposed gardens in Newquay, Padstow, Perranporth, St Agnes, St Ives and other coastal parts of Cornwall.

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Freshly maintained Cornwall garden with lawn and tidy borders
Updated 2026-05-26 · 8 min read

How Much Does a Gardener Cost in Cornwall in 2026?

A clear 2026 guide to lawn mowing, hedge trimming, garden tidy-ups, maintenance visits and practical landscaping costs in Cornwall.

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Freshly trimmed hedge in a Cornwall garden
Updated 2026-05-26 · 8 min read

Hedge Trimming in Cornwall: When, How Often and Cost

A practical guide to hedge trimming timing, frequency, nesting season, coastal growth and typical hedge cutting costs in Cornwall.

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Low-maintenance gravel garden transformation in Cornwall
Updated 2026-05-26 · 8 min read

Low-Maintenance Garden Ideas for Cornwall's Coastal Climate

Practical ideas for easier Cornwall gardens, including gravel areas, mulch, hardy planting, simpler edges and maintenance plans that survive coastal weather.

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Gravel garden after established pampas grass was removed
Updated 2026-05-26 · 7 min read

How to Remove an Established Pampas Grass

A practical guide to removing large pampas grass safely, including cutting back, digging out roots, waste handling and what to plant afterwards.

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Freshly mown lawn in Cornwall with clean edges
Updated 2026-05-26 · 8 min read

When to Scarify, Aerate and Feed Your Lawn in Cornwall

A month-by-month Cornwall lawn care guide for scarifying, aerating, feeding, mowing height and moss control in a mild coastal climate.

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