Garden Ideas advice
Our garden advice covers everything from jobs to do each month to how to lay decking and make compost. If you are landscaping your space or just pottering in your plot, we have all your garden questions answered
Garden advice
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When to harvest onions – here's how to tell if they're ready, and how to store them so they last
These are the signs to look out for
By Sophie King
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How to prune salvias - an essential guide to ensure beautiful blooms
Consider this your essential pruning guide...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to store a lawn mower over winter - top tips to prevent corrosion and damage while it’s not in use
You may not be using your lawn mower over winter, but you still need to store it properly
By Lauren Bradbury
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Can you grow a fig tree from a fig? Here’s what the experts have to say
We reveal whether or not this shop-bought fruit can be transformed into a thriving tree
By Kayleigh Dray
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Should spring bulbs be soaked before planting? A complete guide to the types you should (and shouldn't) be soaking
We're tackling the question that divides gardeners
By Sophie King
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When to harvest potatoes – an expert guide to perfect potatoes every time
Growing your own potatoes? Here’s when they'll be ready…
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to plant bulbs for spring – don't miss the window for stunning blooms next year
Time it right for long-lasting displays
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to plant allium bulbs for beautiful, long-lasting blooms – don't leave it too late
Time it right for vibrant displays
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to enjoy free entry to over 220 gardens and benefit from expert, personalised garden advice from the RHS
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How to care for button fern - this adorable, low-maintenance plant will brighten any home
Thriving in the humidity of kitchens and bathrooms, this low-maintenance evergreen is beauty will brighten up the functional parts of the home
By Holly Reaney
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The best autumn-flowering perennials for a garden filled with blooms
Keen to add some colour to your garden this autumn? Try planting these perennials...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Why are my rose leaves turning yellow? The 6 reasons this could be happening, and how to fix it
Experts explain why and how to fix the problem
By Rachel Homer
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Do you need to water plants in winter, or could you be doing more harm than good?
Is winter watering necessary as plants hunker down in preparation for cold months?
By Rachel Homer
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How to take rhododendron cuttings – double your blooms for free with this nifty trick
Propagate your favourite flowering shrub with ease
By Rachel Homer
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How to divide perennials – an expert guide on how to get more plants for free
Dividing perennials isn't just a great way to boost plant health; it's also a brilliant way to multiply your plants
By Kayleigh Dray
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What is a biennial plant? Everything you need to know, including the best ones to grow yourself
Add some colour and intrigue to your garden with a stunning selection of biennial plants
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to take sage cuttings and enjoy more of these fragrant herbs for free
A step-by-step guide to help you propagate sage
By Rachel Homer
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The easy lawnmower hack that will give you lush grass this autumn – and it's all about height
Keen to keep your garden looking its best this autumn? This hack could prove the answer...
By Kayleigh Dray
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What is the osiria rose? How to get the viral rose everyone thinks is AI art
It's all over our social feeds, so here's the truth about the stunning osiria rose...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Best spring bulbs for cut flowers – the varieties you should try for beautiful bouquets next year
Here are our favourites
By Sophie King
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The 6 best spring bulbs for shade to plant now, according to garden pros
Now is the time to plan ahead if you want your shady garden to looks its best come springtime...
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to plant winter pansies - Now's the prime time to fill your garden with colourful blooms for the colder months
Pansies will need a little headstart to grow big and bushy this winter
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to plant iris bulbs - the deadline is looming if you want to fill your garden with bulb or border irises next year
Autumn = Iris planting time
By Lauren Bradbury
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September lawn care tips – 5 ways to give your lawn a boost before the cold weather arrives
Get your lawn in shape this month
By Sophie King
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Why is my asparagus fern turning yellow? 7 possible causes and how to fix them
Stop your asparagus fern turning yellow with these seven quick fixes and expert houseplant care tips
By Holly Reaney
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Why is my Christmas cactus dropping leaves? How to save this festive favourite before it’s too late
If you spot the signs early, you’ll be able to save your Christmas cactus
By Lauren Bradbury
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Mexican fleabane is the unexpected ‘it’ flower at RHS Wisley - here's how to grow this pretty plant at home
Here’s how to get this little bloom to work its magic in your own garden
By Kayleigh Dray