Garden 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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This popular slug removal hack could actually be attracting more slugs to your garden, experts warnApparently, the trick can backfire
By Sophie King
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My garden decking was covered in grime and algae, but this miracle outdoor cleaner made it look like new againNo scrubbing or pressure washer needed
By Lisa Fazzani
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6 beautiful plants that stop weeds from taking over your garden bedsEvergreen beauties and pollinator favourites that will save you hours of weeding
By Holly Reaney
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7 speedy ways to kill weeds – garden experts swear by these 5-minute methods to get rid of them without the overwhelmKeep weeds under control all season with these quick, expert-backed tricks
By Jenny McFarlane
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4 easy ways to dispose of garden waste if you don’t have a garden waste binHow you can dispose of garden waste if you're not eligible for a collection
By Kezia Reynolds
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Yes, you should put coffee grounds around your bird feeder to deter pests – but with one major exceptionIt’s a popular garden hack, but could it actually harm birds?
By Kayleigh Dray
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Experts urge gardeners to spread this natural material in their garden in May to deter slugs – it has so many more benefits, tooIf slugs have been ravaging your garden, wool (yes, sheep's wool) can really help
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 of the best cottage garden plants for pots – nail the whimsical planting schemeThese varieties thrive in containers
By Sophie King
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The secret weapon experts swear by for happy, hydrated hanging baskets – and you can even water them lessThis easy-to-follow tip ensures stunning displays in your hanging baskets, with minimal effort on your part
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 tips for creating a hanging basket that will thrive in a north-west garden that is in shade most of the dayA gorgeous hanging basket is still possible
By Rebecca Knight
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If you have a tiny garden, this is the easy-to-grow veg that thrives in small spaces – all you need is an old compost sackTiny balcony? No fear! You can still grow your own this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’m a gardening editor and I’m waving goodbye to my lawn – Here’s why and what we're doing insteadWe’re creating something softer, wilder, and far more forgiving...
By Kayleigh Dray
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What to do with star jasmine in April – these 4 tasks will boost flowering and growth for the summer aheadMaximise that signature scent
By Sophie King
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6 things people with a spotless patio always have to keep their outdoor space clean and weed-freeEasy and affordable products and hacks
By Jenny McFarlane
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4 climbing roses that guarantee a beautiful, fragrant screen of blooms for summer privacyThese varieties are stunning!
By Sophie King
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What to do with tomato plants in April – 5 vital tasks experts say to do now for a bountiful harvest and juicy, tasty produceIf you want an abundance of delicious tomatoes this summer, don't neglect these key jobs
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to fertilise your peonies in April – garden experts share their top feeding tips for bigger, better bloomsGive your peonies some extra TLC this month and you’ll reap the rewards say the experts
By Lisa Fazzani
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3 tell-tale signs that your lawn is compacted and needs aerating now for lush green grass when summer arrivesThese symptoms mean it's time to step in
By Sophie King
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Wild birds will flock to your garden if you start leaving out this £7 Amazon buy – it looks adorable tooHow to support the wild birds that visit your garden during nesting season
By Kezia Reynolds
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April is peak slug and snail season – here's how to protect your plants before it's too late with these simple expert tipsA few timely steps now can save your plants from serious damage later....
By Kayleigh Dray
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My mum always has show-stopping climbing plant displays, and this plant is the fast-growing star of her garden trellisIt's the perfect low-maintenance privacy plant
By Sophie King
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What to do with camellias in April – these simple spring jobs will set you up for bigger and better blooms next springKeep them looking healthy during and after their final flush of flowers
By Lisa Fazzani
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Mary Berry’s secret recipe for keeping slugs and snails at bay is ‘dead easy'It really works!
By Sophie King
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The biggest reason why your grass seed isn't growing – and the easiest way to fix itThe real problem is often hidden beneath the surface...
By Kayleigh Dray
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The 4 garden fence colours that can lower your home’s value and make it harder to sell, according to expertsYour fence colour really does matter when trying to sell your home
By Kezia Reynolds
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What to plant with roses – these 5 companion plants stave off blackfly, hide bare stems and attract beneficial insectsIt's almost peak blackfly season
By Sophie King
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I'm copying my mum's secret recipe to bring goldfinches to her garden – it's all about the right food and key plantsThese colourful little songbirds have needs
By Jenny McFarlane


