Latest advice
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7 clever solutions to stop birds pooing on your garden furniture – gently deter them with these simple, expert-approved tricksThese tricks will keep your furniture poop-free this summer
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5 fast-growing drought-resistant flowers you should plant now to fill your borders with vibrant blooms – no matter how hot it getsThese blooms are virtually unaffected by heatwaves
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5 fast-growing climbing plants to grow around your front door for a blooming summer entranceFrame your entrance with colour, fragrance and plenty of kerb appeal
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5 of the best scented climbing plants to fill your garden with colour and fragrance, according to gardening prosMake your garden look and smell amazing
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The easy 70/30 planting rule is the clever trick garden experts use to make your flower beds look fuller all year roundIt will transform your garden into one that's full of variety
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The best weeding tools for every stubborn garden weed – and why one type does not suit all of these pesky garden invadersGet to the root of the problem by picking the perfect weeding tool for the job
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6 clever ways to stop weeds taking over your garden during No Mow MayExperts share what to do to keep them under control whilst supporting wildlife
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This is exactly how deep to plant dahlias for bigger, better blooms and stronger stemsGet your dahlia tubers off to the best start
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Why is my hydrangea not growing? This is how to fix it fast so yours blooms beautifully this summerThese are the most common causes
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5 reasons why your peonies aren’t blooming – and the simple fixes pro gardeners swear byFrom planting depth to sunlight and pruning errors
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My neighbour complained that our tree was ruining her garden's lightHere's the expert-approved way I handled it
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Pocket woodlands are the secret to transforming shady garden corners – 4 easy planting tricksThey're ideal for tiny spaces
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7 natural predators to encourage into your garden to keep pests away from plants and control weedsNo harsh chemicals needed
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Can you plant peonies in May? These fluffy peony varieties can still be planted now if you act fastInstant blooms? Yes, please!
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5 unusual annual climbers to plant now to create privacy and hide ugly fences or wallsTake your pick from these fabulous annual climbers that have great coverage – enough to hide ugly fences, walls and provide privacy
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Stinky Bob is taking over every corner of my garden – I'm stopping the persistent weed in its tracks with these simple tipsTake that, Stinky Bob!
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7 container flowers to plant in May for non-stop colour all summer longPick these vibrant, long-lasting blooms to ensure a colourful display that will see your garden all through the summer months
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The RSPB says these two things will attract sparrows to your garden right nowOne is crucial for this year's chicks
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This tomato mistake could ruin your crop – and 5 more lessons pro gardeners have learned about growing tomatoes successfullyThese tips are golden!
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7 genius ways to use your front garden for more than just parking your carGarden experts share their top tricks to make your driveway both practical and pretty
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I'm a garden editor with a tiny outdoor space – these genius 'compost blocks' are what I'm using to fill my garden this summerThey're so lightweight!
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These lush planting ideas will shelter your seating area from wind, noise and nosy neighboursThey're natural screening tricks that experts swear by
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Experts are urging gardeners to leave dandelions in their lawns this May – 4 benefits of the underrated garden weedBees go *wild* for them
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How to clean a vacuum cleaner – a step-by-step guide to keep it working better for longerClean your vacuum cleaner inside and out for better suction and a more hygienic home – here's how to do it
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Do you sleep on your front? Sleep experts warn why you shouldn't – and how to fix itIs front-sleeping bad for you? Yes, say physiotherapists and sleep clinicians, but there's a solution
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6 fast-growing flowers to sow in May to quickly fill the gaps in your borders and containers with summer colourTry these speedy annuals
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5 plants to prune in May for longer-lasting blooms and healthy foliageKeep these plants in shape this month by giving them a little trim
