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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How to grow tomatoes vertically — the trick to getting a bumper crop of homegrown tomatoes in a tiny garden
Not sure how to grow tomatoes in a small space? It's time to take them to new heights...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can you plant new roses in an old rose bed? It isn't the best idea — but here's what you can do to reduce the risk of replant disease
Why some experts warn against planting new roses in an old rose bed
By Sophie King
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How to prune shrubs in February — you'll need to be quick as the pruning window is closing for many of them
Not sure where to begin when it comes to pruning shrubs? Here's what the pros want you to know...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to remove algae from a patio — expert tips to banish the mossy substance for good
Follow this advice from the experts and watch stubborn algae wash away
By Katie Sims
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Monty Don says we should be feeding birds correctly as nesting season begins — here’s how to get it right
Lend garden birds a helping hand this nesting season
By Sophie King
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When to cut back pampas grass — gardening pros share the best time to start cutting to give the plant a second lease of life
Gardening experts reveal the perfect time to cut back this feathery plant
By Katie Sims
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Best bulbs to plant in February for pink blooms — 6 expert recommendations for a pink garden colour scheme
From baby pink hues to deep fuchsia tones
By Sophie King
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Why is my peace lily drooping? Experts reveal the reasons behind lacklustre leaves and how to revitalise it
There are many ways to bring this resilient tropical plant back to life
By Marina Rabin
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Where to place a snake plant — and the spots to dodge if you want to avoid harming this 'unkillable' houseplant
It's resilient, but it'll thrive best in this position
By Sophie King
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How often to water your monstera — 3 tricks houseplant pros use to make sure you never get it wrong again
Knowing how often to water monstera can be a challenge – the experts share their secrets to prevent over or under-watering
By Holly Reaney
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How to plant roses — 5 steps for a strong, healthy rose plant that thrives for years to come
Our guide includes key tips from expert gardeners
By Sophie King
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When to plant dahlias in pots — garden experts say you should pot them up soon for a head start
You can get started earlier than you'd think
By Sophie King
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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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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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How to grow basil indoors — the foolproof way to fill your kitchen windowsill with this fragrant herb
It's a staple in the kitchen
By Sophie King
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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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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