Advice Archive | August 2026

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August 31st
- Should I get rid of my lawn? The pros and cons of ditching your grass before El Niño delivers a sweltering 2027 summer
August 30th
- ‘Trees are nature’s air-conditioning’ – 3 climate-resilient trees to plant this autumn to help your garden survive future heatwaves
August 29th
- Groundcover hydrangeas are the perfect summer-autumn transition plant – they’re low-maintenance, beautiful and flower for months
August 28th
- These are the 7 garden maintenance jobs to tackle ASAP before your neighbours start complaining, according to experts
August 27th
- 7 ways to revive a tired, heat-damaged garden – the tricks I'm using to get my scorched and frazzled yard back to looking its best
- Complete this hydrangea task before August ends to bag yourself free plants – experts say it’s best done before the bank holiday
August 26th
- My neighbour’s hedge is over two metres tall – can I make them cut it down? Experts say it depends on the type
August 24th
- If you want your lawn to bounce back quickly from the heatwave, make sure you do these three things before it rains
August 23rd
- I turned 40 and realised I didn't want to carry all this clutter into the next decade – these 5 things had to go
August 20th
- 5 plants to collect seeds from in August for free flowers next year – don't let them go to waste by storing them now
- 4 ways to revive your tomato plants this August – help wilted plants bounce back and save your harvests
August 19th
- Experts told me how to fix my leggy houseplants – it's a simple method that encourages healthy growth, and I've got free plants in the process
- What to do with jasmine in August – 6 tasks that'll guarantee longer, healthier displays
August 18th
- How to revive tired hanging baskets in August – 6 simple steps to bring back the blooms and rescue them from the heat
August 17th
- The low-maintenance hedge idea I picked up in Bratislava – it's drought-tolerant, great for wildlife and beautiful in the autumn
- What to do with strawberry plants after fruiting to ensure a strong, bumper crop next year – the key to a strong 2027 harvest starts now
August 16th
- Experts say these 2 types of grass are best for a drought-tolerant lawn – and it’s almost prime time to sow them
- 4 kitchen features that can add value to your home, according to an estate agent and a designer – the investments that actually make a difference
August 14th
- 7 of the longest flowering plants for effortless colour from August to autumn
- Repotting brought my Monstera back to life – 4 expert-approved ways to give your Swiss cheese plant an upgrade
August 13th
- These are the pests and plant diseases threatening your garden in August – this is what to do if you spot them
- 5 plants to deadhead in August – trim away these spent blooms now to prolong their flowering period
August 12th
- The 5 best herbs to grow on a kitchen countertop if you want fresh flavours at your fingertips – low-maintenance picks that will thrive indoors
- Is your grass dead? Here’s how to tell if your lawn is rescuable – and the experts' tips for reviving it this August
August 11th
- Summer bedding plants will continue to flower into autumn if you carry out this crucial task in August – don't miss out on a second flush of blooms
August 10th
- 7 reasons your agapanthus isn't flowering and what you can do about it to ensure beautiful blooms next year
- 6 plants that can keep foxes out of your garden this summer, according to experts – humane deterrents to help keep unwanted visitors under control
August 9th
- 5 heatwave-proof evergreen plants to keep your garden colourful in every season – and they'll stop your garden feeling bare in the colder months
August 8th
- The most relaxing living room always includes these 5 features, according to interior designers
- Thinking of adding a plunge pool to a small garden? Here are 4 things worth knowing first
- This is how to avoid bringing bed bugs back from holiday – expert advice to prevent ‘an unexpected infestation’ in your home this summer
August 7th
- The 7 water-saving habits garden experts wish we'd all adopted before this summer's heatwaves hit
- I keep my curtains closed in a heatwave, but my home never feels cave like – this is how I’ve found the balance between temperature regulation and light ingress
- Tomorite can be used to feed more than just tomatoes – these are the plants to use it on for a late summer boost for bumper harvests and blooms
August 6th
- 5 plants to divide in August – experts say it's the perfect time to lift and split these popular varieties to get free plants next spring
August 5th
- 4 living room layout mistakes that are making your space look messier than it actually is, according to design experts
- I thought my patio had been invaded by hundreds of flying ants – then I discovered it was one of nature's strangest summer events
- 6 plants to cut back in August for an extra flush of flowers – trim these varieties now for bonus blooms
August 4th
- What to do with agapanthus in August – the simple jobs that keep these summer showstoppers blooming for longer and set them up for next year
August 3rd
- 7 reasons why your gladioli is not flowering – what you can do to ensure beautiful, vibrant blooms every year
- What to do with dahlias in August – 4 crucial tasks that will keep your plants flowering into the autumn months
August 2nd
- I was overwhelmed by the mountain of artwork my kids brought home from school at the end of term – here's how I'm displaying it without covering the fridge
- I asked sleep experts how to stop snoring – from sleeping position to pillow setup, this is their advice for a more peaceful night’s rest
August 1st
- The irrigation tricks gardeners swear by to keep plants alive during a heatwave – their top secrets to save thirsty plants