Garden advice
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Does sage need to be cut back in winter? Here’s what the experts say
Sage is a deliciously low-maintenance plant, but it does need some TLC...
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Best fruit and vegetables to plant in November – 9 options to give you a head start on next year's garden
Growing your 5-a-day starts now...
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Should you cut grass in November, or have you missed the boat? This is what the experts had to say
Time is running out
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Can you protect plants from frost with bubble wrap? It works, but you'll need to use it the right way
It's a popular frost protection method, but how effective is it?
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The 5 bulbs to avoid planting in pots, according to gardening experts - or risk being disappointed by your floral displays
Discover which bulbs to never plant in pots for a beautiful garden display this spring
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Should you remove ivy from your house? Experts reveal that you don’t need to, but you must follow these guidelines
The classic plant isn't exactly the pest you think it is
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Does ivy kill trees? Experts reveal whether this invasive plant can cause serious damage to your garden
Ivy can be problematic, but not all the time
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The 'lightbulb technique' for planting bulbs that gardening expert David Domoney wants you to try – and why it works
We can't wait to try this easy bulb-planting technique
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Where is the best place to plant snowdrops? How to choose the best location for sweeping spring displays
Wondering where to plant snowdrops? Here's what the experts say...
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When to prune a climbing rose – here's what Monty Don and other garden experts say
We're taking a look at the perfect window for pruning climbing roses
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How to grow winter salad and bid goodbye to soggy supermarket leaves forever
Winter salad is the perfect crop to cultivate at this time of year
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How to save pumpkin seeds for planting and grow next year's Jack-o'-lanterns for free
Preparations for next Halloween start now...
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How to store dahlia tubers before the frost reduces them to blackened tatters
Want showy flowers year after year? It's time to learn how to store dahlia tubers
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How to prepare raised beds for winter – 5 ways to preserve them, from mulching to sowing cover crops
Keep them in tip-top shape until next spring
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When to cut back rudbeckia - the date to remember if you have black-eyed Susans in your garden
You have two options to choose from
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How to repot an orchid without killing it - in 6 simple steps
You should add this task to your to-do list every two to three years
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How to care for tradescantia – it's so easy, provided you follow these rules
This fast-growing trailing houseplant is sure to catch the eye
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The best shrubs for full sun – grow these plants in a sunny spot to unleash their full potential
These shrubs thrive in the sunshine
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How to work out when to cut back your garden shrubs to keep them healthy and thriving
Timing is everything
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How to propagate tradescantia – even if you're a complete gardening beginner
It's one of the easiest plants to propagate
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The best autumn-flowering shrubs – squeeze some extra blooms into the year with these beautiful options
More flowers? At this time of the year? Yep.
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Monty Don is telling us to sow sweet peas this month – it's the key to stronger flowers that last longer
If you're wondering when to sow sweet peas, Monty Don has the answer...
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How to grow carrots - ditch the supermarket and grow your own in 6 simple steps
Who needs to buy carrots when you can just grow your own?
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Overwintering begonias – simple steps to ensure your plants bloom again next year
An easy guide
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How to grow sage for an aromatic evergreen addition to your herb garden
Essential for Halloween rituals and Christmas stuffing alike, this Mediterranean herb is fantastically versatile
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Overwintering geraniums is easy, if you follow these simple steps
'Tis the season to start overwintering geraniums...
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These are the best fruit trees for a small garden, say gardening experts – and what to look out for when buying them
Tight on space? There's a fruit tree for that...
