garden
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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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When to reseed a lawn — the perfect time to sow new grass and guarantee a lush lawn this summer
You can sow a new lawn in two key seasons
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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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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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When to sow sweet peas outdoors — and how to create the perfect growing spot to ensure they thrive
It's almost time...
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'We wanted a low-maintenance, Zen-style garden to relax in'
Tactile foliage, statement flowers and a dynamic new layout have transformed an unused plot
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Aldi's £30 walk-in greenhouse is back — it was a huge hit with gardeners last year so act fast or risk missing out
Grab it while stocks last
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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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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
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Gtech's HeatWave patio heater is a brilliant wall-mounted option if you're looking to heat a small space (and fast)
It's affordable and delivers quick results
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21 garden room ideas for year-round fun, entertainment and practicality
Make the most of any garden room with these top-notch ideas
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7 houseplants you should never place in a bedroom — They could be damaging your sleep
Do you have any of these houseplants in your bedroom? They could be damaging your sleep
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You’re watering your dahlia tubers wrong — here’s how to avoid rotten tubers, according to garden experts
It's all in the watering — or lack of it...
