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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Pest experts reveal the reason why you should never store bird seed in your shed
Rats love bird seed just as much as birds do...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Should you deadhead tulips? What you need to know if you want your bulbs to flower again next year
The task could be key to bigger and better displays next spring
By Sophie King
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Garden experts reveal the clever 4p trick that will turn hydrangea blooms from pink to blue
It couldn't be easier (or cheaper) to give your hydrangeas an update this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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The easy planting technique I always use to create stunning hanging baskets - it's the secret to a show-stopping flower arrangement
If you're not sure where to start when making up a hanging basket for the garden, the 'thriller, filler, spiller' method is worth a try
By Lisa Fazzani
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Cleaning experts reveal the quick way to clean your BBQ with beer - all you need is a leftover can or bottle
Beer and BBQs go hand in hand anyway...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Can neighbours complain about outside lights? Experts urge you to check your garden lighting if you want to keep the peace
If your garden lights are a nuisance, the neighbours can take action
By Katie Sims
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The one-year decluttering method is the key to clearing garden clutter this bank holiday – experts say it’s one of the simplest approaches
Banish garden clutter with this simple and effective method
By Kezia Reynolds
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This secret gardening ingredient could be the key to stronger rose plants – and even more flowers
Is mycorrhizal fungi worth it? We spoke to the experts to find out...
By Sophie King
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When to prune camellias for healthy, colourful blooms, according to garden experts
Pros reveal the best time to prune camellias for a happy and healthy flowering shrub
By Kezia Reynolds
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This is the best place to plant peonies for gorgeous flowers - experts say it’s the difference between stunted growth and beautiful blooms
If you want an abundance of this fluffy, pink, fragrant bloom in your garden then getting the placement right is everything
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to attract swifts and swallows to your garden - garden experts say these 3 features will make these birds feel welcome
Swifts and swallows are a welcome sight every summer, and this is how to ensure you see them in your garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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Dahlia gall could be wreaking havoc on your garden plants – here's how to spot it, and what to do if your plants are infected
Nip it in the bud before it affects the rest of your garden
By Sophie King
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This is the best place to plant wisteria if you want beautiful romantic blooms, according to garden experts
This beautiful flower is on everyone's garden wishlist, and this is exactly where to plant it for best results
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 plants that will make your patio smell gorgeous – the top fragrant picks experts recommend potting up
From aromatic flowers to fragrant herbs
By Kayleigh Dray
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Move over, fences – dead hedges are the wild and wonderful alternative your garden will love and they're easier to build than you'd think
The perfect eco-friendly solution for small gardens
By Kayleigh Dray
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Wisteria umbrellas are this spring's breakout garden trend – not only are they perfect for small spaces, but they're easier to maintain, too
I spoke to the National Trust to find out why
By Sophie King
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5 of the best climbing plants with pink flowers – the prettiest climbers to trail over fences, walls and pergolas
Elevate your garden scheme with easy-to-grow climbing plants in an eye-catching shade of pink
By Lisa Fazzani
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Shoppers can’t get enough of The Range’s lemon tree, but I’ve found an even cheaper bestseller at B&Q - it’s perfect for a Mediterranean look
Welcome the summer with this glorious fruit tree
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to attract robins to your garden – experts reveal the exact bird box you need and where to place it
Robins are the UK's favourite bird, and this is how you keep them coming back to your garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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10 of the best plants for a Mediterranean garden for an outdoor space that mirrors the gardens of Italy, Spain, France and Greece
Channel sunnier climes with these plants, shrubs and trees
By Sophie King
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How to set up a drip watering system that saves water and a lot of effort
Keep your plants hydrated (and your water bill down) with this clever garden watering solution
By Natalie Osborn
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The herbs you should plant together for an easy-care herb garden – 6 expert-recommended combinations
Make this year's herb garden effortless
By Sophie King
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How to grow wisteria in pots – 6 steps to breathtaking spring displays
It can be a successful potted climber with the right know-how...
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to plant out annual flowering plants for vibrant, colourful garden borders – and give them the best start, according to experts
Not sure when to plant out annual flowering plants? We've got you covered...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Garden expert reveals when to mow new turf and the 3 tell-tale signs your new lawn is ready to be cut
If you want a lush, green lawn, you mustn't mow new turf too soon
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 humane methods to stop squirrels eating your plants, according to garden experts
Stop squirrels from munching on your plants with these three humane methods
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to clean paving slabs — a foolproof 5-step process to clean winter grime off your driveway, patio, or garden paths
Spruce up your outdoor space in 5 easy steps
By Lauren Bradbury