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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This easy method means you can water your plants while on holiday - it’s so effective that people have been using it for thousands of years
It's simple and really effective
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm a gardens editor, and these are my 6 go-to places for picking up cheap terracotta pots that still look super stylish
I've rounded up my favourite stockists
By Sophie King
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Can orchids survive outside in the UK? The hardy and beautiful varieties that will thrive in your garden
There are a handful of hardy orchids you can try growing at home in your garden
By Kayleigh Dray
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Bees will love your garden if you add this one feature, say wildlife experts - and it requires minimal effort on your part
A 'rough patch' requires little effort or space
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to grow jasmine for a screen of beautiful, fragrant blooms
It's a must-have in the garden
By Sophie King
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A mulching plug could be the secret to a greener, healthier lawn – here's how the lawn mower attachment works
It's simple, but it has a lot of benefits
By Sophie King
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This patio plant is practically unkillable, according to garden experts - it’s perfect for both novices and garden pros
It also smells delicious, too...
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to revive a woody clematis plant – 3 steps to help your climbing plant to thrive again
If you're looking to rejuvenate an old clematis, you've come to the right place...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Best flower pairings to grow in pots – 7 expert-recommended combinations for vibrant displays all summer long
Create a fabulous display of colourful flowering plants
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to kill weeds but not grass – the safest ways to avoid damaging your lawn
Keep your lawn in tip-top condition
By Sophie King
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3 ways to attract blue tits and keep these beautiful birds as regular visitors to your garden, according to wildlife experts
Make these birds feel like welcome guests in your garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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Experts share how to clean terracotta pots effectively in 5 simple steps to restore their look and keep plants healthy
Spruce up your favourite pots and protect your plants from disease with these 5 easy steps
By Jenny McFarlane
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Dandelions are the stars of No Mow May – here's why you should keep them in your garden
Another reason to avoid mowing your lawn this month!
By Sophie King
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Alan Titchmarsh says slugs hate these 4 low-maintenance plants - why you should consider adding them to your garden this summer
Design your garden to prevent slugs
By Kezia Reynolds
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It's No Mow May! Here's why you shouldn't cut your grass this month
Leave the lawn mower alone – it's good for the wildlife!
By Kayleigh Dray
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Gardening experts share when to plant runner beans outside – and the right way to transplant them for healthy, bumper crops this year
Enjoy bumper crops of this tasty and versatile harvest – it’s easy!
By Laura Hillier
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Is it illegal to be naked in your garden? What you need to know to avoid falling out with your neighbours
World Naked Gardening Day is this weekend, and if you're curious about the legalities of being naked in your garden, this is everything you need to know
By Kezia Reynolds
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Monty Don's top tips for banishing slugs and snails make so much sense – they're both kind and effective
Sick of slugs and snails chomping up your garden? Try the Monty Don approach...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Watch out for these 5 weeds that seed early – experts say this is how to deal with them fast before they take over your garden
These weeds need your attention – and fast – if you want to keep them from spreading like wildfire...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Pest experts reveal the reason why you should never store bird seed in your shed
Rats love bird seed just as much as birds do...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Should you deadhead tulips? What you need to know if you want your bulbs to flower again next year
The task could be key to bigger and better displays next spring
By Sophie King
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Garden experts reveal the clever 4p trick that will turn hydrangea blooms from pink to blue
It couldn't be easier (or cheaper) to give your hydrangeas an update this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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The easy planting technique I always use to create stunning hanging baskets - it's the secret to a show-stopping flower arrangement
If you're not sure where to start when making up a hanging basket for the garden, the 'thriller, filler, spiller' method is worth a try
By Lisa Fazzani
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Cleaning experts reveal the quick way to clean your BBQ with beer - all you need is a leftover can or bottle
Beer and BBQs go hand in hand anyway...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Can neighbours complain about outside lights? Experts urge you to check your garden lighting if you want to keep the peace
If your garden lights are a nuisance, the neighbours can take action
By Katie Sims
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The one-year decluttering method is the key to clearing garden clutter this bank holiday – experts say it’s one of the simplest approaches
Banish garden clutter with this simple and effective method
By Kezia Reynolds
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This secret gardening ingredient could be the key to stronger rose plants – and even more flowers
Is mycorrhizal fungi worth it? We spoke to the experts to find out...
By Sophie King