Garden Ideas advice
Our garden advice covers everything from jobs to do each month to how to lay decking and make compost. If you are landscaping your space or just pottering in your plot, we have all your garden questions answered
Garden advice
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Can you prune hydrangeas in February? Experts reveal the varieties you can safely prune now for beautiful blooms
Read this before you sharpen those secateurs...
By Kayleigh Dray
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What trees to plant in February — 5 of the best fruit and ornamental varieties you should be planting now
It's the perfect time to plant bare-root trees
By Sophie King
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The 5 easiest herbs to grow at home, according to gardening experts — so you can stop wasting money at the supermarket
A herb garden doesn't have to be taxing, so long as you pick the simplest herbs...
By Kayleigh Dray
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5 jobs to do in a vegetable garden in February to guarantee a year of strong, healthy crops
Your most productive vegetable garden yet? Right this way...
By Sophie King
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Gardening experts reveal how to banish moss from your lawn using washing-up liquid
Washing-up liquid is an easy way to remove moss from your lawn, but experts warn to use it with caution
By Kezia Reynolds
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Garden experts reveal their tricks for growing potatoes in containers — the easy, hassle-free way to grow your own spuds
Follow these steps and you'll be able to enjoy a bounty of potatoes this year
By Katie Sims
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Sarah Raven reveals her two golden rules for dahlia success — and how to guarantee they aren’t eaten by slugs and snails
These dahlia tips could be the key to thriving plants this year
By Sophie King
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7 ways to get rid of moss in a lawn – expert-approved methods to tackle the root cause and prevent it from coming back
The best natural methods to kill off moss so your grass can thrive
By Jenny McFarlane
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5 ways to make a shed bird-friendly — garden experts reveal how to use your shed to encourage birds into your garden
Birds are an important part of any garden ecosystem, so we should strive in all ways we can to attract them.
By Kezia Reynolds
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Garden experts warn your seedling could fail if your greenhouse drops below this temperature this winter — what you can do to avoid it
If you want a bountiful crop this spring, it's important to act now to keep your plants safe
By Kezia Reynolds
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Can you prune climbing roses in February? The perfect timing for an abundance of blooms, according to gardening experts
According to gardening experts, you can prune climbing roses in February – in fact, it's the perfect time!
By Holly Reaney
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How to repot houseplants in 5 easy steps — it's the key to thriving indoor plants
Give your indoor plants a fresh new home
By Sophie King
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Can you lay turf in February? Yes, but only under these conditions, warn lawn experts
Make sure your garden is ready for new turf this month
By Sophie King
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How to rescue your garden from storm damage – 5 things to check and do now to avoid future problems
Wet and windy weather wreaking havoc on your garden? Look this way...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to take root cuttings and fill your garden borders with perennials for free
Colourful flowers? That come back every year? For free? It’s a no-brainer…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Don't fall for these 8 patio heater mistakes, warn experts — this is how to heat your outdoor space safely (and efficiently!)
These are the most common patio heater pitfalls
By Sophie King
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How long do sweet peas take to germinate? Experts explain long how you'll need to wait and ways to speed it up
Patience is a virtue when it comes to growing beautiful flowers, but this is how long you can expect sweet peas to take
By Katie Sims
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What to do with a pond in winter — five measures to take care of your garden’s water feature this winter
Help your pond survive the cold snap with these expert tips
By Katie Sims
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5 winter lawn care mistakes that could be damaging your grass, according to leading lawn experts
Watch out for these common winter lawn mishaps
By Sophie King
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Want beautiful orchid blooms this year? Gardening experts reveal this is what you should be watering them with
You probably already have this ingredient in your cupboard...
By Kezia Reynolds
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When to plant broad beans – experts reveal the perfect planting window for a successful crop
The best time to sow and grow broad bean seeds
By Jenny McFarlane
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Is it too late to plant tulips in January? You'll be thrilled to know it's not – so long as you are mindful of these things
What you need to know when planting tulip bulbs in January
By Holly Reaney
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7 of the best low-light houseplants that will thrive in shady nooks and corners in the home
These indoor plants can tolerate low light levels
By Sara Hesikova
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How to remove ivy from a house - experts explain how to banish the plant for good
A step-by-step guide to eradicating this self-clinging species
By Rebecca Lawton
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Gardeners could be slapped with a hefty fine for this tree planting mistake
Planning on planting a new tree in your garden? Read this first...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to keep flies off houseplants — 7 simple solutions for a pest-free home
Prevention is better than cure, say houseplant experts
By Rachel Homer
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How to keep a shed warm — 6 thrifty ways to keep the chill off your garden buildings without a heater
Expert-approved tips for keeping your shed warm on a budget
By Sara Hesikova