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10 house plant mistakes you can avoid, according to a soil researcher
Avoid these house plant mistakes and enjoy healthier, better-looking indoor plants
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of earwigs: 8 ways to protect your backyard and home from pincher bugs
Discover how to get rid of earwigs if you've spotted these forceps-fronted pests damaging your plants and making an appearance inside your house
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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Flash floods: what to do to protect your home and garden
Caught up in a flash flood? Here's what you should do
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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5 non-toxic pest control solutions for planet-friendly gardening
Garden expert Jonathan Race explains how to take a new, natural approach to garden pest control that doesn't involve any nasties
By Lindsey Davis Last updated
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How to kill weeds with vinegar: 6 essential steps
Learn how to kill weeds with vinegar for a budget-friendly, natural DIY alternative to harsh herbicides
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to care for orchids: 10 simple steps for potted varieties
Learn how to care for orchids properly to keep them in bloom and looking beautiful. Watering this architectural flower the right way and only repotting yours when needed will see yours thrive
By Lucy Searle Last updated
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How to sharpen garden shears: whet blunt hedging or lawn edging equipment safely
If your cutters have dulled over time, learn how to sharpen garden shears like a pro with our handy step-by-step guide
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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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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How to get rid of slugs: 10 quick ways to save garden plants
Here's how to get rid of slugs in the garden and protect your crops from damage
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Gifts for gardeners: 24 delights for the green-fingered
These gifts for gardeners are guaranteed to please, whether you're buying for an experienced gardener or a novice
By Hebe Hatton 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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8 pretty garden tools: get gardening in style
We've found the best pretty garden tools, whether you're looking for a gift for the gardener in your life or just a treat for yourself
By Holly Reaney 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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How to repot an orchid without killing it in the process
Learn when and how to repot an orchid properly to keep yours alive and thriving
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Best chiminea: our top picks for evenings in the garden
Choose the best chiminea for outdoor dining, evening entertaining or simply relaxing in the garden with our top clay, cast iron and steel chimineas
By Millie Fender Last updated
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7 flowers you don't have to deadhead according to gardening experts
Avoid deadheading these flowers, because it won't do your floral display any favors
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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8 weeding mistakes that make your garden high maintenance
Stop making these weeding mistakes and rethink your approach to weed control for a less stressful gardening experience
By Lindsey Davis Last updated
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How to keep rabbits out of the garden: 7 kind methods to save your plants
Find out how to keep rabbits out of the garden with these expert-led, kind natured tips
By Anna Cottrell 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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Monty Don reveals three top tips for deadheading spent rose flowers
Follow the gardening expert's three top tips to maintaining stunning roses with beautiful new blooms
By Millie Hurst 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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How to deadhead hydrangeas, according to gardening author and expert
Discover how to deadhead hydrangeas and learn the best ways to do it with our top tips from an expert gardener
By Becks Shepherd Last updated
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How to deadhead roses: 3 simple ways for more summer blooms
Knowing how to deadhead roses in summer is essential to keep them beautiful and in bloom all season
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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16 low maintenance garden ideas for lush borders and fuss-free landscaping
Low maintenance garden ideas: Clever ways to work with nature and your surroundings for a stunning outside space which needs minimum upkeep.
By Anna K. Cottrell Last updated
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6 Feng Shui garden tips for more positive vibes, outside
Good garden Feng Shui could enhance your outdoor space, creating balanced, calm and inspiring surroundings within nature. Layout your outdoor space for a good flow of Chi and plant for positivity
By Camille Dubuis-Welch 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