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Gardening jobs calendar: month-by-month schedule to complete outdoor tasks
Discover this gardening jobs calendar to learn about which outdoor tasks to complete in each month from planting to pruning and deadheading
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to fix a waterlogged lawn — 5 steps for rescuing your yard
If you have a waterlogged lawn, it's thankfully easy to remove excess liquid and get it looking gorgeous. The pros explain the steps for doing just that
By Eve Smallman Published
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How to get rid of a clover lawn, according to gardening experts
If you don't want your lawn to filled with clovers, there are plenty of expert-approved ways to remove them, from natural to stronger solutions
By Eve Smallman Published
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These Amazon grow bags saved my vegetable garden and pros say they're a “gardening game changer”
I ran out of space in my vegetable garden, and these Amazon grow bags saved my efforts. The pros agree they're a great way to grow plants in a small space
By Eve Smallman Published
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Sensory garden ideas — 5 ways to add sound, scent, taste, touch and intrigue to your backyard, according to the pros
Looking for sensory garden ideas? We've asked landscaping experts how to bring this therapeutic sensory experience into your backyard, and picked out highly-rated matching buys
By Becks Shepherd Published
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How to aerate a lawn, according to the experts
Lawn aeration is important for your lawn health. Learn how to aerate a lawn with the right tools and how often and what time of year is best to carry out this process in your yard.
By Jess Bacon Published
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The 7 plants to prune in August — and the 2 pieces of greenery you shouldn't touch
Wondering what plants to prune in August? We asked a gardening expert for their top tips plus info on what pieces of greenery to avoid pruning this month
By Becks Shepherd Published
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Do you need to deadhead azaleas? Top tips for pruning these flowering shrubs
Wondering whether you need to deadhead azaleas? We asked a gardening expert for their top tips for looking after these blooms
By Becks Shepherd Published
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5 vegetable gardening mistakes I learned not to make when growing crops in my small backyard
Making mistakes while planting vegetables in your backyard can stop your crops growing properly. We've asked gardeners what you shouldn't do
By Eve Smallman Published