<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Garden-advice ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ How to attract wrens to your garden – 5 ways to create a sanctuary for one of nature’s best pest controllers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-attract-wrens-to-your-garden 6esS2TepwNo9AgUe3ksTTU Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ B&M is selling huge olive trees at a bargain price – they’ll instantly give your patio a Mediterranean glow up on a budget ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/b-and-m-viral-olive-tree x8Vw7f7VWu9Kxdvmgrvd6h Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 bamboo alternatives for privacy that won’t take over your garden – these non-invasive planting choices will stay firmly in bounds and provide dense screening ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/bamboo-alternatives-for-privacy mNi2CAV7n3fHxN2Ayx9eRA Tue, 05 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Garden experts reveal the big soil mistake that is halting your plants' growth this May – this is how to fix it ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/neglecting-soil-mistake rX6GVzCyzdLdaPzwVUnooV Mon, 04 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 easy-care perennials you can plant once and ignore – reliable plants that will flourish with next to no effort ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/easy-care-perennials-you-can-plant-once-and-ignore XxTeZFxaZJ5M79iE92XpFM Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Clover is key to a low-maintenance garden – here’s why experts say you should keep the ‘weed’ in your lawn for No Mow May ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/why-you-should-keep-clover-in-your-lawn-for-no-mow-may u63rxZH3vw2xP2dYR6NJta Mon, 04 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 4 stunning and unusual peony varieties that you'll want to know about to fill your garden with showstopping blooms ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/best-peony-varieties NvgzzYjNDYBBpw6bAYDjPH Sun, 03 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to talk to your neighbours about building a pergola – avoid falling foul of the law and awkward neighbour disputes with these tips from experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-talk-to-your-neighbours-about-building-a-pergola VPbCZNUNmwaRKB7zVpC7CQ Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 gorgeous, showy red flowers that will fill your borders with high-fashion impact, according to garden experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/high-fashion-red-flowers CeytVtiRggE4sRCnU8M5AR Sun, 03 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Alan Titchmarsh says keeping your grass short will keep rats out of your garden – but there's a simple expert-approved fix if you're doing No Mow May ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/alan-titchmarsh-keep-rats-away-from-garden-cut-grass Gzk4VfEQNhn6qVRecFFNxj Sat, 02 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 drought-tolerant shrubs to plant in May for a climate-resilient garden – these varieties thrive in warm weather ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/drought-tolerant-shrubs-to-plant-in-may cJMsJauNhaQoDPDQD5npom Sat, 02 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Badgers have destroyed my suburban garden – I asked the experts how to safely (and legally) deter the protected species ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-safely-deter-badgers-from-garden uNWDs243892H7JXwEwm7AE Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Fri, 01 May 2026 09:50:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sorry, lawn mowers, No Mow May is too important to skip this year – here's why experts are urging you not to cut your grass this month ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/why-you-shouldnt-cut-your-grass-for-no-mow-may pMKUHeSqS5cacfXMGWm7WA Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 humane ways to deter foxes from your food waste bin and stop them spreading rubbish in your street, according to pros ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-deter-foxes-from-a-food-waste-bin h9QbaUpEqNAN5pSyKh7MSc Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with hydrangeas in May – 4 tasks that will give the blooms a boost and bolster your shrub's resilience ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-hydrangeas-in-may fVEiQ4BiTtv4WXUJ4QKDVK Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ground ivy took hold in my lawn and garden over winter – I'm stopping it in its tracks with these simple yet effective expert-approved weeding tips ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-get-rid-of-ground-ivy mcKFZGTmNVHqy72JbMfiQ4 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This popular slug removal hack could actually be attracting more slugs to your garden, experts warn – what to do instead to avoid a 'slugageddon' ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/beer-trap-for-slugs-warning cLEcHQgijC6wZupFLRWSsD Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My garden decking was covered in grime and algae after winter, but this miracle outdoor cleaner made it look like new again – no scrubbing or pressure washer needed ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/cleaning-my-decking-with-monty-miracle-outdoor-cleaner vHcWtT3B3mjBPYcTwp2NqK Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 beautiful plants that stop weeds from taking over your garden beds – evergreen beauties and pollinator favourites that will save you hours of weeding ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/best-plants-to-stop-weeds-taking-over-garden-beds YHtEmk25q7G8Y54KdsjiQX Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:10:00 +0000 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:53:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ 7 speedy ways to kill weeds – garden experts swear by these 5-minute methods to get rid of them without the overwhelm ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-get-rid-of-weeds-fast 74a7rNWWajSMPMKqcGZcqW Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste bin ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-get-rid-of-garden-waste-without-a-garden-waste-bin 4ia3TTTvTVQhfhBTriYArn Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:47:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ Yes, you should put coffee grounds around your bird feeder to deter pests – but with one major exception say experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/should-you-add-coffee-grounds-around-your-bird-feeder atwvtY3jpcrcfCWyPaR3HX Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Experts urge gardeners to spread this natural material in their garden in May to deter slugs – it has so many more benefits, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/wool-to-deter-slugs-from-plants Sj3HsEUBmv5oubmrUyXAmM Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 of the best cottage garden plants for pots – nail the whimsical planting scheme wherever you've got room for containers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/best-cottage-garden-plants-for-pots Cz9NukWJ55ZQ7F6tsK2MKm Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:29:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ The secret weapon experts swear by for happy, hydrated hanging baskets all summer long – and you can even water them less ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/moisture-control-gel-for-hanging-baskets wAGCDbRwyBm8ykhxZ8Bnmm Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 7 peony lookalikes are just as show-stopping, but they are much lower maintenance and bloom for so much longer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/peony-lookalikes yLLk6mmNnPdzePZa54ejrG Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My north-west garden is in shade most of the day, but B&Q's garden expert helped me create a hanging basket that will still thrive with these 5 top tips ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/tips-north-west-garden-hanging-basket Nb9jkhmzQw9WmpSR8s99Hb Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:45:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ If you have a tiny garden, this is the easy-to-grow veg that thrives in small spaces – all you need is an old compost sack ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/why-tiny-gardens-should-grow-potatoes yyZkZC7ziKSsUFM2f2Dm3J Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a gardening editor and I’m waving goodbye to my lawn – Here’s why and what we're doing instead ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/waving-goodbye-to-my-lawn k4mfvUJMEmrqopnw9d6jEX Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with star jasmine in April – these 4 tasks will boost flowering and growth for the summer ahead ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-star-jasmine-in-april RD6GKnx8o4JJHCkZcTyGXj Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 6 things people with a spotless patio always have to keep their outdoor space clean and weed-free all summer long ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/things-people-with-a-spotless-patio-always-have dYUpx5Mm6U8ix8p3SkSvqC Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:35:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ 4 climbing roses that guarantee a beautiful, fragrant screen of blooms for summer privacy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/best-climbing-roses-for-privacy RaSDvQkQc2ujraRPpN3djC Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with tomato plants in April – 5 vital tasks experts say to do now for a bountiful harvest and juicy, tasty produce ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-tomato-plants-in-april kEZpzmmS2Vn9Ldc738jovY Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to fertilise your peonies in April – garden experts share their top feeding tips for bigger, better blooms ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-fertilise-peonies-in-april 2Aj8CtB5uHs9aJezKbdQ66 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 3 tell-tale signs that your lawn is compacted and needs aerating now to guarantee lush green grass when summer arrives ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-tell-if-your-lawn-is-compacted MWUcNKJwg9fjjp3rErYvb7 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Gardeners with dogs warned of hidden danger in gardens that can be fatal – what you need to do to keep your dog safe ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/compost-toxic-to-dogs-warning 4S4b8UJwY7yCq7GFqb2fMk Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wild birds will flock to your garden if you start leaving out this £7 Amazon buy – it looks adorable too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/nesting-material-holders-for-birds Cxwc8HogegKXZSomggwVrL Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ April is peak slug and snail season – here's how to protect your plants before it's too late with these simple expert tips ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-protect-plants-from-slugs-and-snails-in-april 6mhaVEBFB3PJiNgRCvGRzL Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My mum always has show-stopping climbing plant displays, and this plant is the fast-growing star of her garden trellis – it's the perfect low-maintenance privacy plant ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/passion-flower-for-privacy M8ZYTStW5R5WR6TVbi3MKQ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with camellias in April – these simple spring jobs will keep them looking healthy during and after their final flush of flowers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-camellias-in-april LJnNzjaQc7eVBobGrcPTSX Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Mary Berry’s secret recipe for keeping slugs and snails at bay is ‘dead easy’ – and really effective ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/mary-berry-garlic-spray-for-slugs-and-snails ZLjV8jtDixbU5jApx5BdvL Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ If your grass seed isn't growing, this is the reason why – here's what you can do to fix it according experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/biggest-reason-why-you-grass-seed-isnt-growing HDrHF2LErKsifojqMMRn7U Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 4 garden fence colours that can lower your home’s value and make it harder to sell, according to experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/fence-colours-that-devalue-a-home 9Ydeq9Gd2ah6FRe7A8WC2k Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to plant with roses – these 5 companion plants stave off blackfly, hide bare stems and attract beneficial insects ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-plant-with-roses fQtpnHw6RBHW3nrRuR5Av6 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm copying my mum's secret recipe to bring goldfinches to her garden – it's all about the right food, specific feeders, and key plants ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-my-mum-attracts-goldfinches-to-her-garden eHiFYL7aqLGnQ8suzTw4Y7 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:36:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ What to do with strawberry plants in April – 6 key tasks for a bountiful harvest and sweeter fruit ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-to-do-with-strawberries-in-april BEZcjosJJATMUU5jdjcdnC Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 'one-third rule' is crucial for cutting your grass in April – experts say it'll keep your lawn healthy and stress-free ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/what-height-should-you-cut-your-grass-in-april XT5ZtphDZpunRnatPehy4C Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:12:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 6 dreamy hydrangea varieties are perfect for pots and will transform small gardens and outdoor spaces with a cloud of blooms ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/best-hydrangea-varieties-for-pots EYZkUhvRHw4YXMJmyQUubB Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:25:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ Giovanna Fletcher is the latest celeb to embrace growing this trending veg at home – experts say they’re one of the best things to grow in a small garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/giovanna-fletcher-potato-garden k3yGQBU4zaXUhgXdjRuHkT Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 7 summer bulbs to plant in April – this month is crucial if you want to turn your garden into a colourful paradise ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/summer-bulbs-to-plant-in-april gNKKu5aCXX5Co8BgndkmKm Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000