Division is one of the easiest, most basic and cheapest methods of propagation. Large plant clumps are simply split up into several smaller ones — or in some instances small plandets are detached from the sides. Newcomers to gardening will be dealing in the main with clump-forming herbaceous and rock perennials, and naturalized bulbs.
Note
Only ever [...]

Although digging is one of the most basic of all garden operations, in an average, modern, well stocked garden there is only limited scope to dig. In practice, dig when breaking in a new garden in readiness for long term planting of beds and borders; when preparing to lay a lawn; when taking any new [...]

Fresh flowers can bring any room to life by their very presence. Half a dozen roses or a large bunch of tulips or daffodils placed in a vase will probably look beautiful, no matter how they are arranged. But flower arranging is a special skill which begins with choosing the right foliage, the best flowers [...]

A well kept lawn is an asset in any garden; grass makes a safe and economical ground cover. However, it does have limitations. It will not stand up to very heavy use; and it is not suitable for paths, patios and barbecue areas where it suffers badly, especially during wet or frosty weather. One of [...]

Some general points to watch for:
Power source
An electric mower of some sort is the norm for most households. Hand push mowers give a good cut, but need energetic operators with a willingness to mow regularly. Petrol mowers are needed on large lawns, where trailing cables are both restrictive and dangerous.
Cylinder v. rotary mowers
Traditional cylinder mowers [...]

Although full of high hopes, the total newcomer, taking on his or her first garden, may feel a little insecure and lacking in confidence. Here before you lies your first ever plot of land. And for someone with no experience of outdoor plants or garden layout — where do you begin? What will you need [...]

Never neglect pruning. The ideal is to prune while the branches are small. This avoids making big cuts later on.
Pre- and immediate post-planting pruning
As a general rule, little pruning is needed before planting, apart from shortening damaged or overlong roots back to sound tissue. But any dead, damaged or overlong shoots should also be shortened [...]