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These 5 living mulch plants will help you water your garden less – and suppress weeds, tooExperts say they're full of benefits!
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5 clever, foolproof ways garden experts keep their plants watered during a two-week-holidayYou'll avoid sad-looking plants when you come home
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5 clever ways to get wrinkles out of bedding without an iron – get that fresh-made bed look with minimal effortTry these shortcuts
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The lawn watering method garden pros are using this July to cultivate stronger and healthier grassNo, it's not watering every day
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Alan Titchmarsh's space-saving planter trick could make your patio feel cooler this summerThe expert-approved ways to use it during hot weather
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What to do with peonies after flowering – 2 things your plants need this JulySupport next year's blooms!
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6 fly-repellent plants for pots to keep bugs at bay so you can enjoy your patio in peaceAnd they'll make it smell delightful, too
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Would I choose a range cooker again? My honest review after five yearsHere’s what half a decade of cooking, cleaning and running a range cooker has taught me
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What to do with lavender in July to help it thrive in the heatwave with beautiful blooms and long-lasting fragranceHelp it through the hottest months of the year
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If you're wondering whether air coolers actually work, my gym convinced me they doA sweaty workout was the ultimate cooling test
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This drought-tolerant flowering plant is the star of my mum's garden border every summerIt’s tall, pretty and butterfly-friendly
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These are the scents that can help you sleep better in the heatwaveThey have a 'cooling effect on the body and mind', according to the experts
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My tomato leaves are yellowing more than usual this year – experts share what could be causing itAre the heatwaves to blame?
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The best plant supports for flowering, fruiting and top-heavy varietiesCanes, obelisks and more
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The plants people with drought tolerant gardens always grow
They'll thrive through the hottest, driest summers
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How short should you cut your grass in a heatwave? Experts say this is the sweet spot for a greener lawnThe one-third rule is key
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Aldi's £2.99 fly fan will effectively keep flies away from food – it's a must-buy for bug-free BBQsI never host a BBQ without these genius little gadgets
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What to do with hydrangeas in a heatwave – 3 crucial tasks to keep your plants alive and blooming in hot weatherHydration is key
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3 drought-tolerant herbs to plant in July for easy, fragrant harvests all summer longThese herbs thrive in heatwaves
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What I’m planting during the July heatwaves for pretty blooms and quick harvests that can tolerate the heatThe 5 plants on my list
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'Deep watering' is the expert-approved method that will help your plants cope and flourish during the July heatwaveYour garden will keep thriving even in hot weather
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8 jobs to do in the garden in July as temperatures soar for another heatwaveFor a healthy, productive space
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6 July lawn care tips that will keep your grass lush, green and thrivingEven in hot, dry weather!
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5 ways experts are heatproofing their gardens for the July heatwave – tricks to steal to help your garden survive the high temperatures
As hot summers become the new normal, here's how you can help your garden withstand extreme heat
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5 plants to prune in July for a garden bursting with summer bloomsThese are the garden favourites to give a snip right now
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What to do with tomato plants in July – the 5 things I’m doing this month to encourage a bumper cropExtra toms? Yes, please!
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5 gorgeous wildflowers that will attract birds to your garden (and keep them coming back), according to wildlife expertsTurn your garden into a bird-friendly oasis
