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8 high maintenance plants to avoid, or at least think twice about before adding to your collection
If you take a more relaxed approach to gardening, you'll want to avoid growing these high-maintenance plants. As beautiful as they are, you'll have to work hard to keep them that way...
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Organic gardening: how to create a successful organic garden
Organic gardening is both simple and rewarding. Plus, it will benefit wildlife, your own health and reduce your environmental impact too. Here's how to get started...
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10 full sun plants that love the heat and that are pretty low maintenance
Discover full sun plants that will add color and interest to a bakyard and don’t need much care
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How to design a garden in 10 steps – with or without a professional landscaper
Whether you want to know how to design a garden yourself or with help from a horticultural expert or landscaper, ensuring you plan out your plot, big or small, will help your space succeed.
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22 DIY alternative planter ideas: easy designs to dress up your porch or patio
We guarantee you won't see these DIY alternative planter ideas in your local home improvement store
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Budget garden ideas: 30 clever ways to improve a big or small plot for less
These budget garden ideas prove how you don't need much money to tap into nature and beautify your outdoor space. No matter how big or small your growing spot may be.
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15 front garden ideas – boost your home's kerb appeal with these gorgeous designs
These front garden ideas will transform your home, creating a smarter and more individual look
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15 garden seating ideas – cosy, stylish, budget-friendly looks for your space
Beautiful garden seating ideas – take your big or small patio space to the next level, without overspending.
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Real garden: enjoy this timeless cottage garden created on a budget
With a limited budget, but lots of hard work, Mary Cox has created the perfect cottage garden to complement her pretty thatched home
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5 garden shade ideas to keep you cool in the heatwave
These garden shade ideas are such to transform your garden an oasis in the coming heatwave
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Shade gardens – 15 ideas and design tips for a beautiful outdoor space year-round
Shade gardens can feel bright with the right advice. Our design ideas will see yours full of lush foliage, beautiful flowers, even veg and more.
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Garden experts weigh in on new ban that could signal the end of artificial grass
The Chelsea flower show hit the news this week announcing its ban of artificial grass. We look at why so many experts are calling for an end to this familiar faux foliage
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6 reasons why artificial grass is NOT low maintenance
It doesn't need mowing, reseeding or watering, so it must be easy to look after, right? We quash the myth that artificial grass is the low-maintanance solution to all your gardening woes
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Container gardening – 10 steps to growing plants in pots and ideas to make them look gorgeous
A beginner's guide to growing plants, vegetables, herbs and more in pots – for spaces big and small
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11 ways to save water at home: inside and out in the garden
Saving water at home is more important than ever; here are the top tips for reducing your water consumption both inside your home and out in your garden and backyard
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Summer lawn care: 15 tips to prepare your grass for hot weather
Transform a parched patch into verdant grass with these summer lawn care tips to give your turf some TLC
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Garden trends 2022 – 13 lush backyard looks to copy for summer
These are the top garden trends for 2022, according to industry experts. Perfect for backyards big and small
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How to keep plants alive while on vacation – care and watering tips
Knowing the best ways to care for and water plants while on vacation will ensure they are still alive and healthy for when you return. Try deep watering, irrigation systems and more methods as recommended by professional horticulturists
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Monty Don’s sweet pea tips will fill your home with beautiful blooms – and it should be one of your first summer jobs
Monty Don’s sweet peas tip is a sweet summer blessing – this is what you need to know
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10 plants that repel mosquitoes naturally from your outside space
Start growing plants that repel mosquitoes outside to keep your backyard or balcony space ripe for entertaining throughout the summer months
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Garden experts warn against putting this summertime staple on your grass
An inflatable pool could ruin your lawn, according to the gardening experts
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3 ways to plant for wildlife wherever you live, according to sustainability consultant
These are the flowers you should plant to attract wildlife to your garden, according to sustainability consultant and garden designer
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49 garden lighting ideas for a bright and beautiful outdoor space all year
Let these garden lighting ideas inspire your outdoor space upgrade, be it big or small – whether you're on a budget or have money to splurge
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10 unusual plants you wouldn't think of adding to your home
Want to grow your foliage portfolio? These unusual plants are weird and wonderful ways to create a biophillic feel that's a bit bonkers
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14 US states are obsessed with growing this vegetable, according to gardening specialists
New research reveals the vegetables different states are obsessed with growing; can you guess which is your state's most popular crop?
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You shouldn't rush to kill ivy, according to professional gardeners
Gardening experts dispel common myths about ivy and explain why you shouldn't necessarily rush to kill the ivy that's growing up the side of your home
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How to keep squirrels out of potted plants
Foul play driving you nuts? Here's how to keep squirrels out of potted plants...
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Gardeners at risk of committing criminal offences
Britons are a nation of gardeners, but how many of us know the laws and regulations related to garden use?
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How to build a raised garden bed – everything you need to know about DIY raised bed gardening
Learn how to build a raised garden bed with our budget-friendly DIY tips. Raised beds are a beautiful and practical way to grow vegetables and flowers easily.
