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Should you water an orchid with ice cubes? We asked an orchid grower...
Find out whether you should water an orchid with ice cubes or not according to a specialist orchid grower. Plus, other good methods for keeping your beautiful orchids well-hydrated
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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The best fragrant plants for your garden
Fill your garden with beautiful sweet scent with these favourite fragrant plants
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Best drought tolerant plants: 14 varieties that will survive a very dry spell
Drought tolerant plants like sea holly, lavender and Californian poppy will see that you enjoy a cool and colorful floral display, even during a heatwave. They save on water and are great for wildlife in south-facing gardens
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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How to water orchids: 5 golden rules according to plant experts and a botanist
There are five essential rules to follow when learning how to water orchids properly, according to a botanist and plant experts for happy, healthy flowering plants
By Jenny Wood Published
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5 reasons why your sago palm is turning yellow, according to plant experts
Two house plant experts explain why your sago palm is turning yellow and what you can do about those drying fronds
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Last updated
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How to prune roses for a healthy plant, ripe for flowering
Learning how to prune roses properly will keep your English shrubs, Hybrid Teas and other flowering varieties looking gorgeous in growing season, adding a ton of quaint personality to your garden space. Prune hard once a year for best results
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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Planting roses: growing and caring for a rose garden
Use our guide to planting roses to find out how to plan and grow a beautiful rose garden, whatever the size of your plot
By Leigh Clapp Last updated
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10 plants that are toxic to cats: flowers to avoid in your yard and home
Have a feline friend? You might want to avoid these plants that are toxic to cats in your yard and home
By Anna Cottrell Published
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8 dos and don'ts of watering plants in the heat
Experts debunk the myth that watering plants during the day is a mistake plus more ways to help your garden survive a hot summer
By Anna Cottrell Published