Landscaping
Understand how to landscape your garden with lawn, flowerbeds, decking, paving and even rocks and boulders. We have all the expert tips, and plenty of projects to inspire you
Landscaping
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Gardening experts warn against falling for these 12 easily avoided garden mistakes
The common mistakes holding your garden back from looking its best, plus expert tips to fix them
By Andrea Childs
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How to plan a garden - everything you need to design your dream outdoor space
Discover how to plan a garden with plenty of that's perfect for relaxing and entertaining in
By Amy Hodge
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The garden essential Pinterest predicts we'll all be buying in 2023
It can help you to be more sustainable, and can even reduce your energy bills
By Amy Hunt
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New build garden ideas to fill a new outdoor space with colour and character
Stop your new build garden looking the same as your neighbours with smart planting and design ideas
By Jayne Dowle
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Terraced garden ideas - 10 ways to create a lively multi-dimensional outdoor space
Turn a disjointed space into a beautiful tiered garden filled with smart terraced garden ideas
By Jayne Dowle
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This emerging landscaping trend is the ultimate lazy hack for a stunning garden
Is xeriscaping the key to a beautiful garden without the effort?
By Rebecca Knight
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Smart decking colour ideas - from pale patinas to dark and daring shades
Switch up your outdoor decking area with a new hue
By Jacky Parker
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Patio edging ideas - 10 ways to create beautiful borders around paved areas
From plants to pavers, there are wonderful ways to zone your outdoor area
By Jacky Parker
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Sloping garden ideas to make more of your outdoor space
Get the utmost from your garden, whatever the incline of your plot
By Tamara Kelly
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Before and after: enjoy this gorgeous garden makeover with fab she shed!
An uninspiring rectangular plot has become a multi-purpose area for leisure, working and entertaining
By Amy Cutmore
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Alan Titchmarsh challenges Monty Don's controversial lawn tip - which team are you on?
The stripes vs meadow lawn debate dividing gardens across the country
By Rebecca Knight
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How do you get stripes in your lawn? Lawn expert Andy Wain explains how to get perfect lawn stripes
Mow your way to a pristine garden
By Amy Cutmore
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David Domoney controversially warns gardeners not to water brown lawns for this important reason
It's less effort, eco-friendly, and might just save you money on your water bill
By Millie Hurst
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Allotment ideas for beginners – tips for grow-your-own newbies
To celebrate National Allotment Week, we've put together some tips on preparation and planting for your precious plot.
By Amy Cutmore
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Top tips for creating a wildlife friendly garden
9 ways to transform your garden into a safe haven for birds, beasties and other native creatures…
By Tara King
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Grassless garden ideas – no-mow alternatives to lawn and turf that are easy to look after
No time or energy to keep a lawn looking lovely? No problem… we have the best in grass-free gardens
By Amy Cutmore
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Artificial grass – all you need to know about costs and how to lay a faux lawn
Experts answer common questions to help you decide if fake grass is for you
By Rachel Ogden
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Should I replace my lawn with artificial grass? Join the Ideal Home Room Clinic debate
Artificial lawn means you can wave goodbye to your mower forever – but at what price?
By Amy Cutmore
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Savvy DIY-er transformed her boring backyard into a lovely haven with Poundland bargains
Her garden has gone from abandoned to absolutely gorgeous!
By Emmie Harrison-West
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Take a tour around a beautiful English country garden
The garden has evolved around the inviting swimming pool. Originally it was for the owners' children, but these days their grandchildren use it. The pool was surrounded by a solid beech hedge, but this has been cut into pillars and shaped into arcs to create a more open feel..
By Tamara Kelly
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7 pet-poisonous plants to avoid in your garden
Reduce the chances of a poorly pet by steering clear of these toxic garden regulars
By Tara King
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Design solutions for awkwardly shaped gardens
Steal a few garden design tricks from the experts to make the most of awkwardly shaped gardens
By Tamara Kelly
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Plant up a colourful herbaceous border for your garden
Use successional planting in a patchwork of colourful hues to create a garden border that will last long after summer has ended
By Tamara Kelly
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How to make a wall garden with succulent plants in picture frames
Try this clever new way to bring life to your garden walls
By Stephanie Durrant
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This quirky London home hides a secret indoor garden – complete with cobbled floors
Step inside this abode with a difference, it has to be seen to be believed
By Tamara Kelly
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TV gardener Danny Clarke explains the most common mistake in small gardens and how to fix it
Is your grass holding your garden back?
By Rebecca Knight
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Garden landscaping ideas to ensure you plan the perfect garden
Create your dream outdoor space with planting, planning and buildings ideas
By Jennifer Ebert