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What to do with an orchid in April – the essential task you must do nowIt's a simple thing to add to your to-do list
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What to do with peonies in April – key tasks to guarantee glorious fluffy blooms this springTick these jobs off your list!
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I'm a cat lover but I'm protecting visiting birds from them in our garden with these simple changes – just as David Attenborough recommendsSimple, cat-friendly (and bird-safe) tweaks
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4 bee-friendly fence colours that will keep your garden buzzing with vital pollinators, according to expertsYep, bees have a favourite fence colour, too
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Think twice before hanging things on your neighbour's fence – the rules you need to follow to avoid legal actionSolve this common dispute in 4 steps
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Are air purifiers worth the hype? As someone who has lived with *and* without one, this is my takeIs it the right investment for your home?
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5 lawn care tasks you must do in April to set your grass up for a strong year of lush green growthThe key jobs to start now
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I swapped my hand fork for this clever cordless garden tool and it's made clearing weeds so much faster and easierMy garden borders and raised beds have never looked tidier
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What to feed roses in April for more flowers – experts say you must do this task nowDon't skip this important job
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How to straighten lawn edges for a perfectly manicured lawn – 4 simple steps that any gardener can masterIt can make a *huge* difference
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The simple fence rules that can prevent awkward neighbour disputes – experts share the dos and don'tsIgnoring them could be legally risky
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What to do with a spider plant in April to stop brown tips and set it up for a season of healthy growthIt'll produce lots of spiderettes too
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Are chafer grubs eating your lawn? 3 tell-tale signs that they’re wrecking your grassAnd how to get rid of them
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Don't overseed your lawn until you've done this one crucial thing for thicker, healthier grassIt could make all the difference to how well grass seed grows
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Best flowering groundcover plants – these 7 weed suppressors are low-maintenance and bloom beautifully every yearThey support pollinators, too
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7 low-maintenance potted plants to make your front porch smell incredible all summer and boost your kerb appeal tooBring some much-needed colour and fragrance to your front door
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My friends' garden is being invaded by their neighbour's bamboo – this is how they're tackling the super-spreaderAnd what to do if it happens to your garden
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7 shrubs that thrive on neglect – easy-going varieties that still add colour to your gardenThey pack a punch in beds and borders with minimal effort required
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This is the best spot to plant jasmine and turn a wall or fence into a fragrant floral display this summerEncourage as many blooms as possible!
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I accidentally used hugelkultur to fill my deep planter – and it's saved me a small fortune on soil and my plants are thriving tooIt turns out it's a genius, budget-friendly gardening method
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This style of bed frame is known to 'disrupt sleep and well-being' according to the experts – here's what to avoid and what to choose insteadWhy your headboard could be affecting your sleep, and how to fix it
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A magnolia is the ultimate high-impact plant to buy and plant up this month – this is how I bagged my new plant for a bargain priceShop cleverly and nab yourself a bargain buy at the garden centre
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I recommend these groundcover roses to anyone looking to manage weeds *and* fill their garden borders with fragranceThey’re low-maintenance, too!
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How to prune properly in early spring – protect your plants while it's still cold with this expert-approved method so your garden thrives in the months to comePruning can feel overwhelming, but with some simple kit and a little know-how, you can enjoy a productive and beautiful garden in the year ahead
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What to do with perennials in March – these 6 tasks will encourage resilient plantsAdd these crucial jobs to your list
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The one thing you shouldn't do with jasmine right now if you want it to flower well in the summerThis mistake could cost this year's blooms
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5 things people with tidy coffee corners always have in their kitchen – combining practical storage and café-inspired elementsTo keep the lattes and cappuccinos flowing
