Garden advice
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Alan Titchmarsh says every garden needs this drought-tolerant plant to keep borders vibrant and colourfulEven through hot, dry spells
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7 water-saving habits garden experts wish we'd all adopted before summer's heatwaves hitSimple tips to help keep your garden hydrated
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Martin and Shirlie Kemp have just proved pumpkin archways are the ‘it’ feature of any autumn gardenWho else is now excited for autumn?
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Tomorite can be used to feed more than just tomatoes – use it on these plants for a late summer boostIt might already be in your shed!
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5 plants to divide in August – experts say it's the perfect time to lift and split these varietiesYou'll get more blooms for free next spring
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5 plants that like eggshells – the calcium lovers that benefit from this overlooked kitchen scrapThey complement fertilisers brilliantly!
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6 plants to cut back in August for an extra flush of flowers – trim them now for bonus bloomsCatmint, penstemons and more
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'Wildlife wineries' are the breakout trend gardeners are using to keep garden birds hydrated in August – this £15 shortcut means even tiny spaces can join inProviding water is one of the most important things you can do to help birds this summer
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Scientists urge gardeners to spend 15 minutes counting butterflies this week – how to get involved with the world’s largest butterfly surveyButterfly populations have been in decline since the 1970s
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7 reasons why your gladioli is not flowering – what you can do to ensure beautiful, vibrant blooms every yearSave yourself from disappointment
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What to do with dahlias in August – 4 crucial tasks that will keep your plants floweringGive the blooms a boost!
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Gardeners warned to avoid this one lawn care job during a heatwave or risk destroying their grass – it sounds like a good idea, but it's best avoidedIt's an easy mistake to make
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Monty Don's 4-step watering guide is the secret to keeping plants alive in a droughtEven during a hosepipe ban
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The irrigation tricks gardeners swear by to keep plants alive during a heatwaveTheir top secrets to save thirsty plants
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You're doubling the number of ants in your garden by falling for this pest deterrent mistakeBefore you head out to destroy an ant's nest, you might want to read this first
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What is drip watering? Experts say it could save you time and moneyAnd cultivate a healthier garden!
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What to do with roses in August – 4 ways to encourage another flush of bigger, brighter bloomsThis month's crucial tasks
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The RHS could move its hydrangeas to the north of England due to rising temperaturesCan they thrive in the south?
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Can you use an irrigation system during a hosepipe ban? It could be your garden's loopholeBut only if you use this type
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5 hidden fire risks that could destroy your garden during a heatwave – how to keep your home and family safeLong periods of hot, dry weather mean your garden is at greater risk of fire
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What to do with hydrangeas in August – the non-negotiables to keep them looking their bestYour summer checklist to keep yours happy and healthy
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Every gardener should pick up this £10 Amazon buy – it will turn your bird bath into a statement water featureGarden birds will love it, too!
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Why are my sunflowers not flowering? 7 reasons your plants aren't blooming as they should and what to do about itTips to guarantee beautiful blooms
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5 plants you can water with coffee – experts say these acid-loving varieties appreciate an occasional fixAnd the best ways to dilute it!
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I hate mosquitoes, but this low-maintenance plant is my secret weapon to keep them at bayThis is how to unlock its mozzie-repelling benefit
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Birds don’t sweat – what to add to a garden now to help them thrive during hot summers, according to wildlife experts
What they do instead can look a little unusual...
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These slug-eating birds can help keep your garden pest-free – here's how to attract themKeep the slimy little pests in check naturally
