Garden
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8 common Christmas cactus problems – how to spot them and solve them before it's too late
Wondering what's wrong with your Christmas cactus? Take a look at our guide...
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How often to water a Christmas cactus – the perfect schedule for winter, according to houseplant experts
Finding the right balance is the key to seasonal blooms
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5 houseplants that can replace a Christmas tree – with styling tips from indoor plant experts
You can decorate these houseplants like a Christmas tree
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How to create a foliage border - the smart low-maintenance way to fill your garden with colour all year round
Discover how to create a foliage border that offers long-term interest and colour
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Can you kill weeds in autumn? Experts reveal that completing this task now could keep your garden weed-free next year
Get a head start to keep next year’s garden weed-free
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Why is my cyclamen drooping? 5 reasons why - and how to perk it up in time for Christmas, according to experts
Don’t worry; there’s plenty you can do to perk your cyclamen back up
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How to prune forsythia – the all-important task to tackle to guarantee spring flowering
It's the key to vibrant blooms
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10 winter flowers to plant now for a flurry of blooms over the colder months
Flowers that can withstand the frost? Yep!
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When to prune forsythia for vibrant yellow blooms
Timing is key
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How to grow bare root roses - the secret experts use to add these beautiful blooms to a garden on a budget
Fancy a garden filled with roses, but lacking the funds to do so? Try investing in bare root roses...
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Can you put battery-operated lights outside in winter? The dos and don’ts to follow if you want to successfully brighten up your garden
Battery-operated outdoor lights can really shine in winter… within reason
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Best Christmas houseplants – 5 plants that bloom over the festive period for cheerful indoor displays
Looking for plants that flower over Christmas? Right this way...
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When to prune hibiscus for a healthy plant and beautiful flowers come summer
Hold your horses and your secateurs – it might not be the time just yet
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How to grow garlic – a complete guide to planting this delicious kitchen staple
Here's how to grow garlic in five simple steps
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When to prune holly bushes for fabulously festive foliage all year round
They're the ultimate privacy hedge... so when should we be pruning our holly bushes?
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How to plant amaryllis bulbs in pots for guaranteed winter blooms, according to experts
Everything you need to grow this festive favourite
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Can you leave dahlias in pots over winter? You can, but only if you follow these 4 expert-approved tips
Dahlias aren’t as high maintenance as they look, but they still need protection over winter
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How to plant tulips in pots – the best ways to plant tulip bulbs in containers for dazzling spring displays
Everything you need to plant tulip bulbs in pots
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Best patio heaters – keep your garden toasty with these tried-and-tested picks
Keep your garden toasty all season
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When is the first frost in my area? Use these tools so you can plan ahead before temperatures drop
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4 ways to recycle plastic plant pots – clear out garden mess and stay green in the process
How to sustainably dispose of old, unused pots
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Can you plant bulbs too deep? Experts warn gardeners of this common mistake that could have disastrous consequences
How to determine how deep you *really* need to be planting your blooms
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When to stop planting spring bulbs – this is what skipping the autumn window means for future blooms
When is it too late to plant spring bulbs?
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Jobs to do in the garden in November – 5 ways to get your garden in shape before winter arrives
Add these November gardening tasks to your to-do list
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This is the slug hack the King’s gardener swears by - and all you need is yeast and sugar
If you're looking at how to get rid of slugs naturally, this may be your answer.
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Never ignore fallen leaves from this one tree – unless you want to risk it killing your grass
The general rule of thumb is to leave fallen leaves as and where they fall... but there is, as ever, an exception
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4 plants to prune in November to promote healthy growth, bumper crops and better displays
It's the perfect time to be pruning these plants
