Garden advice
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Pest experts are using coffee to keep flies and mosquitoes off their patios – here’s how to do it in two easy stepsIf pests are putting you off using your patio, here's a handy way to deter them this summer
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These 5 easy-to-propagate perennials will reward you with years of free flowersYou'll fill your borders without spending a thing
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This is the secret potting ingredient I use to water my plants less – it keeps slugs at bay, tooIt's become a gardening staple
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3 fast-growing trees and shrubs that create shade in a garden and help cool it downAfter all, there's nothing better than basking in the shade of a tree on a hot day
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8 low-maintenance, Mediterranean plants that can cope with hot, sunny weatherThey'll thrive and flower despite dry spells
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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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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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5 items you should never store in a shed during a heatwave, or risk damaging products and causing fireWhen the temperatures rise above 30 degrees, it's no longer safe to keep these items in your shed
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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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6 fast-growing flower seeds to sow in July for a quick burst of colour to refresh your gardenSow these speedy seeds now and enjoy vibrant blooms in just a few weeks
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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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David Beckham is calling himself a ‘broad bean overachiever’ and all the pros are agreeingWarning! Possible broad bean envy ahead
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4 essentials every drought-tolerant garden has to help it thrive in hot weatherWith as little watering as possible!
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5 drought-tolerant roses to add to your garden for an English cottage garden that can withstand summer heatwavesClimate-resilient planting doesn't have to mean saying goodbye to your favourite flowers
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2 reasons why your lavender plant is turning brown in the July heatwave and what you can do to fix it
Why this sun-loving plant isn't happy right now
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Sorry dahlias, this low-maintenance, drought-tough flower is stealing the show this summerThe colourful blooms are real crowd-pleasers
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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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5 ways to support robins in July and keep these bold, cheerful birds returning to your gardenHow to help the UK's favourite bird this month
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7 vegetables to plant in July for delicious autumn harvestsGrow them now and reap the homegrown rewards for longer
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‘Bee bars’ are the charming wildlife trend that will make your garden more bee-friendlyHelp pollinators in the a heatwave
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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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Experts warn gardeners to avoid this lawn care task until after the heatwave, or risk destroying their lawnThis lawn care job is best left until autumn
