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How to make an impact with mature plants
Discover the design possibilities for your garden as Matt advises on ‘buying big’. Find out how to make an impact with mature plants to transform your outdoor space
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Poisonous plants for dogs: avoid them and keep your garden dog friendly
Wonder what poisonous plants for dogs to watch out for? Keep your garden safe for your pet by avoiding these common poisonous plants – and planting dog-friendly ones
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How to grow mushrooms
Learning how to grow mushrooms requires patience, but you will be rewarded with tasty homegrown mushrooms if you persevere
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How to grow carrots
Learn how to grow carrots and enjoy a harvest of fresh carrots in summer, winter, or even year round
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How to grow coriander
Learn how to grow coriander with ease at home. Our method requires little space – just a container to grow it in
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How to grow avocados
You can learn how to grow avocados as houseplants – and with time and care you could harvest your own avocados
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How to grow garlic
It makes the base of so many delicious recipes so it's high time you knew how to grow garlic
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How to grow mint: the fragrant and beautiful herb we all need
Learn how to grow mint – easily and lots of it – with our simple guide
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Heatwave punishing your garden? These plants can survive all weathers
Not sure what will thrive in your garden in a changeable climate? These clever plants are very adaptable, rain or shine
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3 ways to grow vegetables from leftovers – it's SO easy!
Watch this week's Real Homes Show to find out how to grow tasty veggies from your scraps
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Growing lettuce and more from nothing but leftovers is easy. Here's how...
Find out how growing lettuce, celery and tomatoes can be done using nothing but scraps on this week's Real Homes Show
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Why it's so important to buy British flowers
With British Flowers Week just around the corner, we look at the importance of buying British flowers
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Best flowering plants for winter
These best flowering plants for winter will keep your garden looking great even in the deepest, darkest midwinter
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Save the bees: how to help grow their numbers
Find out how you can do your bit to help bees with Period Living’s Save the Bees campaign – and get busy planting and bee-spotting
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The 'Attenborough effect' sees traditional plants make a comeback in British gardens
UK gardeners show favour to traditional flowering plants over non-native exotics once again – and this can only benefit our wildlife
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Purple flowering garden plants: 11 best buys for your borders
Enjoy this regal and serene colour in your garden – and help attract pollinators
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Choosing plants for traditional gardens
A garden that changes with the seasons is a lovely addition to a period home. Here, horticultural experts share some of their favourite plants for a traditional scheme
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Why growing your own is good for your health… and your bank balance
The cost of fresh fruit and vegetables looks likely to rise after Brexit, and the solution is in your backyard
