Garden Ideas advice
Our garden advice covers everything from jobs to do each month to how to lay decking and make compost. If you are landscaping your space or just pottering in your plot, we have all your garden questions answered
Garden advice
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What cherry blossom tree is the best for a small garden? 5 of the smallest varieties to fit into tiny outdoor spaces
Experts reveal which cherry blossom tree varieties out of over 400 are the best for small outdoor spaces
By Sara Hesikova
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I just discovered the iPhone's secret feature for identifying plants – it's a must-know for gardeners this spring
It's my new green thumb companion
By Jullia Joson
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How to improve drainage in a clay soil lawn and avoid a waterlogged garden
Prevent your lawn from becoming a soggy mess with these handy tips
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to reuse plastic bottles in the garden – 5 ways to repurpose waste into useful gardening tools
Experts reveal 5 helpful things you can turn your used plastic bottles into to use in the garden
By Sara Hesikova
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Does white vinegar kill weeds? Gardening experts reveal their tips for the most effective results
It comes with some caveats
By Jullia Joson
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We've tested the best leaf blowers for a tidy garden and clear paths
We've tested the best leaf blowers for a tidy garden and clear paths
By Luke Edwards
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How to test your soil's pH – getting it right will make your garden look better than ever
3 ways to find out your garden soil's pH and make sure your plants can grow strong and healthy
By Sara Hesikova
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Why is my lawn turning yellow? Experts explain how to return it to a vibrant green
Look this way if you're wondering how to fix yellow grass
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to grow artichokes – an expert guide to the prettiest garden vegetables around
Artichokes are every bit as beautiful as they are delicious, and they're ever so easy to grow, too
By Kayleigh Dray
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What soil do acers like? The wrong soil could be the reason your acer is struggling, according to experts
How to give your acid-loving trees the soil they deserve
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to grow spider plant babies like a pro
Nurture and grow spider plant babies into fully-fledged adults in no time
By Lauren Bradbury
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This TikTok gardening hack will protect your fruit and veg from pests – and it's only £4
TikTok's mesh bag gardening hack is a simple way to keep your produce safe from pests
By Sara Hesikova
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7 garden jobs in April – what to tackle now to make your outdoor space look beautiful
These are the garden jobs you need to do this month
By Kayleigh Dray
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A garden water butt could save you 10% on water bills – here's how
Who knew that the humble garden water butt would prove such a boon in this cost of living crisis?
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to care for spider plants to get the most from this resilient beauty
The retro houseplant is making a comeback – here's how it can thrive
By Holly Reaney
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How to reuse leftover orange peel in the garden to improve the health of your plants for free
These are the 4 expert-approved ways to use orange peel from your snack in the garden
By Sara Hesikova
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How to care for pansies to ensure colourful, blooming garden borders this summer
Ensure the flowers stay bright and healthy all summer long, year after year
By Sara Hesikova
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How to hide an ugly garden wall - 5 expert-approved ideas to disguise a boundary wall or outbuilding
Turn the eyesore into an eye-catching feature
By Lauren Bradbury
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How long do sunflowers take to grow? Gardening experts reveal when you can expect their sunny blooms to appear
How patient you need to be post-planting
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you put garden furniture on grass? Experts warn it could be doing more harm to your lawn than you think
It’s probably time to move it
By Lauren Bradbury
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4 ways to use empty toilet paper rolls in the garden instead of throwing them away
Turn waste into winnings
By Sara Hesikova
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What to prune in April – your ultimate pruning guide to get your garden ready for spring
It's time to start pruning in earnest
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can pot feet stop slugs from attacking your plants? Experts reveal the truth about the popular hack
Is this simple hack to good to be true?
By Sara Hesikova
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Experts issue urgent warning to homeowners looking to add ‘invasive’ bamboo to their gardens
Don’t get caught out
By Lauren Bradbury
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How fast does bamboo grow? Everything you need to know about this fast-growing privacy plant
Bamboo follows the 60-day rule
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to grow roses from cuttings – the best way to expand your rose garden for free
Enjoy free and thriving rose plants
By Sara Hesikova
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Alan Titchmarsh's clever trick for filling decorative planters with seasonal flowers in seconds
The presenter's stunning urns hide a crafty secret
By Amy Hunt