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 stop weeds growing in block paving – 5 simple solutions for weed-free driveways, patios and paths
Chemical-free ways to keep them at bay
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to scarify a lawn – the secret to reviving neglected grass
Give your grass a new lease of life
By Sara Hesikova
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5 common overwintering mistakes to avoid if you want your plants to survive the colder months
Guard against these errors if you want your plants to bounce back next spring
By Sophie King
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How to overwinter lavender in pots – 3 ways to ensure healthy blooms next year
Set them up for another year of successful blooming
By Kayleigh Dray
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What are the best fruits to grow in pots? Here's what to plant for a tasty container garden
From strawberries to Chilean guava, here's our pick of the best fruits to grow in pots
By Kayleigh Dray
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What is overwintering? Meet the gardening technique that can save your flowers from frost
Everyone keeps talking about it, but what even is overwintering? Time to find out...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Houseplants that like to be pot-bound – the plants that'll thrive in small space
We've rounded up six of the most popular varieties
By Holly Reaney
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5 plants you should cut back in winter to promote better growth next year
Shape up your winter pruning plan
By Sophie King
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How to divide hellebores – an expert guide to getting more winter flowers for free
Fancy filling your garden borders with hellebores? Here's how to propagate them via division
By Kayleigh Dray
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Monty Don says leave your grass long this winter – and experts say it could be the key to a healthier lawn next year
If you're looking for permission to pack your lawn mower away for the winter, here it is...
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to divide hellebores - the window where you can make gorgeous new plants for free
Division is a very popular and easy way of propagating hellebores. So, when to get started?
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to plant wallflowers - the perfect time to add these easy to grow stunning blooms to your garden
Not sure when to plant wallflowers? Here's what the gardening pros advise
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to stop cutting grass for winter – don't miss the window for the final mow of the year
This is when you should pack your lawn mower away
By Amy Hunt
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How often should you sweep a patio? Experts reveal how often you should be getting your broom out over winter
This vital job will keep you busy over the winter
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to get your garden ready for winter – 8 tasks to add to your list before the first frost arrives
Get your garden into gear before temperatures drop
By Sophie King
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The best mulch for vegetable gardens if you want a happy and thriving crop
From straw to leaf mould, these are the very best ingredients for mulching your vegetable garden with.
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to lift dahlia tubers - the tell-tale signs you need to start lifting, according to experts
Timing is everything for these tender perennials
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts are urging homeowners to grow moss in pots to get rid of dust and moisture over winter - this is how to do it
Moss is Mother Nature’s free air purifier
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to prune dogwoods for brightly-coloured stems year after year
Dogwoods are one of the best ways to transform your garden. So, how best to prune them?
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can you mow over leaves? Yes, but these are the things garden experts want you to know first
Autumn’s unpredictable weather makes gardening tricky at the best of times, so can you cut corners when it comes to mowing?
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to prepare your driveway for winter - 5 essential steps to keep your family and car safe over the next few months
Weather-proof your driveway without the hassle
By Lauren Bradbury
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You should never store these 5 things in your shed over winter - now is your last chance to move them
Do you have any of these in your shed?
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to prune cherry blossom for healthy, disease-free trees
Take a look at our guide to pruning cherry blossom trees
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to store a strimmer for winter - from protecting the power source to choosing the perfect location
How will you be storing your strimmer this winter?
By Lauren Bradbury
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October lawn care tips – 5 tasks to do before the temperature drops
Give your lawn a boost before winter arrives
By Sophie King
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When to repot monstera for a happy houseplant with huge, glossy leaves
This is the time to get your soil matter out
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to change lawn mower oil - and why now is your last chance to do it, according to experts
When was the last time you changed your lawn mower oil?
By Lauren Bradbury