Garden advice
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6 vegetables you can sow in summer for quick harvests, late-season crops and delicious Christmas veg
Quick wins or slow burners, there's plenty to sow this season
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A manual lawn mower is the low-cost alternative to modern mowers – I weighed the benefits and drawbacks
If you have considered buying a manual push mower, read about my experience and why I would (or wouldn't) recommend one
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The two key soil improvers you need to know about when sowing and potting up plants – here’s how to choose the right type
They'll help you grow healthy, thriving plants
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This is one of the best ways to keep your bird bath clean – and it will only cost you a penny
This simple hack proves how easy it is to keep a bird bath clean
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Why isn't my jasmine flowering? Experts reveal what you can do to get this sweet-smelling plant to bloom
Jasmine is one of the most beautiful and fragrant climbers around – but only if it blooms...
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7 of the biggest propagation mistakes you can make – and how to avoid killing your cuttings
Propagation is one of the best ways to fill your garden with plants for free, so long as you avoid these mistakes...
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4 practical ways to attract birds to a balcony or urban garden, according to wildlife experts
You don't need acres of green space to welcome birds to your small gardens and balconies
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This easy-to-grow (and pretty!) flower could help you keep squirrels at bay in the garden – here's how to use it
It's a brilliant all-rounder
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4 places in a garden you should never use leftover coffee grounds – gardening experts warn that they'll do more harm than good
The spots to swerve using this popular gardening hack
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Do I have a right to privacy in my garden? Here's what you can (and can't) do
Experts explain where you stand legally, and what you can do to protect your garden's privacy
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What can I do if my neighbour's tree is damaging my fence? Everything you need to know from a legal standpoint
The exact steps to take, according to the experts
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How to grow borage – planting, watering and harvesting the herb that bees love
It's delicious in salads, too!
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4 shed paint colours that will boost the value of your home and look appealing to buyers
Increase your home's kerb appeal with these stunning shades
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Worried your neighbour is attracting rats? What you can legally do
Discover what steps you can take if your neighbour's habits are causing a rodent issue
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Herbs you should never plant together – avoid these combinations to ensure a thriving herb garden
Don't make these plants neighbours...
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Flower bed ideas – 10 ways to create your best displays yet
Design tips, plant recommendations and more
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Save fruit trees from the 'June drop' – the one thing Monty Don says you need to do to ensure a bigger, healthier harvest
If you own an apple or a pear tree, look this way...
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How to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots – an easy guide to bringing these beautiful blooms to your container garden
Liven up your patio with perfectly planted pots of gladioli
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How to keep foxes out of your garden — 6 (safe and humane) ways to deter these garden invaders
Deter foxes without harming them in the process
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This hack makes mulching neater, quicker and easier – it will recycle your old plastic pots, too
You won't want to mulch your plants any other way!
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6 of the best plants for clay soil – these shrubs and flowering plants will thrive in this challenging soil type
Clay soil can be a blessing, not a curse!
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5 reasons garden birds aren't visiting your bird bath – and what experts urge you to do to make it more welcoming
A bird bath is a wonderful way to welcome feathered friends to your garden – but only if you do it properly
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The 2 places you should never put a bird box, according to wildlife experts
Birds can be quite fussy when choosing their homes
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7 perennials to cut back in June – experts say giving these plants the Chelsea chop will encourage a second flush of flowers
Cut back perennials now to encourage late summer flowering
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I'm calling it! Zinnias are the flower of the summer – how to grow your own and fill your home with these colourful blooms for free
Endless Instagram-worthy blooms guaranteed
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How to grow gooseberries – everything you need to know about planting, watering and pruning these fruiting favourites
A complete guide to planting and caring for your gooseberry bush
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3 things you should never use to fill the bottom of a large planter, according to garden experts
You should avoid these materials for your floral displays this summer
