Garden advice
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How to care for Elephant's Ears — a stunning jungle plant that will thrive in your home
With oversized heart-shaped leaves resembling elephant ears, this tropical beauty is perfect for bringing tropical charm into the home
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Coffee grounds can stop squirrels from stealing your bird feed — but you need to put it in this exact place
If you plan to use coffee grounds in your bird feeder, it's important it doesn't touch your bird feed
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Experts reveal the best time to unwrap plants after winter — and why you shouldn't act too soon
It depends on the weather — but don't jump ahead...
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How to clean a bird feeder — Wildlife experts say this is the best way to keep it clean and protect against disease
You wouldn't want to eat off a dirty plate - our feathered friends don't want to either
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When to prune apple trees to ensure a bountiful harvest every season
Expert tips for keeping a healthy and abundant tree all year round
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The 7 best blossom trees to plant in March for big fluffy springtime blooms
Because nothing says spring quite like a beautiful blossom tree, after all…
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When to plant peas – the best time to sow this delicious crop, indoors and outdoors
Time it right for tasty harvests all summer long
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When to plant zinnia seeds to guarantee beautiful blooms in time for summer, according to gardening pros
The best time to plant zinnia seeds, plus top tips to help you enjoy this beautiful flower year-round
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How to grow cherry tomatoes and help them thrive in a small garden or on a tiny windowsill
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How to fix a leaning fence (the easy way!) — experts say you can save hundreds on a new panel by using these £25 products instead
A cheat’s way to make your fence look as good as new
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Experts warn gardeners to trim their hedges now, before 1st March, or risk breaking the law — everything you need to know
You've only got a week to complete this task...
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5 best native plants to stop weeds – make caring for your garden easier while adding some beauty
Keep weeds at bay without compromising on your planting design
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How to grow lilies — the best way to plant the bulbs and fill your pots and borders with these fragrant favourites
Learn how in 5 easy steps
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When to plant out sweet peas — if you sowed the seeds indoors this year, it's almost time to move them outside
Here's when you can plant your seedlings outside
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3 signs your bird feeder could be infected by the deadly finch disease, according to garden experts
We need to do all we can to keep our garden birds happy and healthy
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Rats in the compost bin? Here's what to do about it, according to pest experts
Rat-proof your compost bin with these simple tips
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When to plant hollyhock seeds – you have two windows a year to choose from
Temperature is key to ensure beautiful blooms
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Best patio heater — our tried-and-tested favourites for every budget, from tabletop to wall-mounted
We've tested the best models on the market
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The best soil for growing tomatoes — experts share the secret to the perfect soil mix that will help yours thrive
If you want a bumper crop of tomatoes it's best to make sure you plant them in the correct soil...
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Why are my seedlings leggy? Experts reveal the most common cause — and 3 ways to avoid spindly young plants
Prevention is better than cure — but there is a method you can try to fix them
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How to remove algae from a fence — 4 methods that will banish the green and prevent wood rot
You don’t have to replace a fence if it’s covered in algae. Here's what to do…
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Can you grow succulents outdoors? The varieties that will thrive in your garden for a unique and low-maintenance display
Everything you need to know about helping succulents grow outdoors
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5 vegetables you can grow at home to stop wasting money at the supermarket — they're so easy, even beginners can master them
Garden experts share their top picks to save you money on the weekly shop
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Gardening experts warn against ‘inhumane’ vaseline hack to deter squirrels from a bird feeder — the safe method they recommend instead
There are much kinder ways to keep squirrels out of your bird feeder
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When to plant freesias — the perfect time to plant the corms, indoors and outdoors
It all depends on where you'll be growing these fragrant flowers
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How to grow cucumbers in pots for a summer of tasty harvests — and the early mistake experts warn against that will sabotage your crop
From sowing to harvesting, our guide's got you covered
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How often to water a peace lily – experts share their tips for keeping this popular indoor plant properly hydrated
This tricky equation to figure out – experts share their advice to stop your plant from wilting
