Garden advice
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How to spot a rose sucker – and remove it before it sucks the life out of your plant
Don't let these unwanted shoots steal the show
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My patio was covered in grime after winter – this one cleaner worked wonders at getting my limestone slabs gleaming again
My patio is sorted for spring
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What to feed your lawn in spring for lush green grass – you’ll find this ingredient in all the best fertilisers
Give your lawn a dose of this!
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These are the 4 things you should never do to your lawn in spring – experts say avoid doing these in March and you'll have thicker, healthier grass for summer
Steer clear of these spring lawncare mistakes...
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Experts are warning gardeners to watch out for this pest in March, before it destroys your roses
How to get ahead of this pesky pest
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This is the one rambling rose to plant now for beautiful fragrance and privacy all summer long
It’ll cover a fence or trellis in no time
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If you have a woody hydrangea, it can be fixed say experts – this is how to revive yours and get an abundance of blooms again this summer
Stuck with woody, leggy plants that produce fewer flowers each year? Here's what you need to do about it...
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How to lay turf in spring – 6 foolproof steps to a strong new lawn that's ready to use by summer
A no-faff guide to laying grass
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I'm using Monty Don's simple hydrangea trick for bigger and better blooms this summer – these are the varieties to try it on this March
This is the perfect window for deadheading these hydrangea varieties using Monty Don's top tip
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5 perennial plants to divide in March to fill your garden borders for free ready for summer
It's time to divide up your perennials
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What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise too
The dos and don'ts for looking after your lawn this month
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6 March lawn care tips that will give your grass a strong start to the year
These jobs will restore a winter-worn lawn
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5 ways to make your garden sound better for a serene and relaxing environment, according to garden experts
Do you hear that? That's the sound of a relaxing, happy garden...
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Pied wagtails will flock to your garden if you add these simple wildlife-friendly features – experts say these cheery little birds don't use hanging feeders so here's what to do instead
They’re some of the cutest birds around, so how best to get the charming wagtail into your garden? Here’s what the pros advise...
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When to mow your grass if you have bulbs in your lawn, according to experts
Don't strike too soon...
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If you want to attract sparrows to your garden, you need this bird box – wildlife experts say this fussy visitor has very specific needs
Sparrow populations have declined by 70% since 1970 in the UK. This is what you can do to help them.
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Don't plant your begonia tubers until you read this – avoid these common mistakes if you want lots of big blooms this summer
Wondering what went wrong with your tuberous begonias? It's likely you made one of these classic mistakes...
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Habitat just dropped the prettiest frilly plant pots – I'm picking up several to complement my cottage-style garden
Bring the scallop trend to the garden
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This is the best way to overseed a lawn full of moss in spring – experts share their simple method to bring your grass back to life
Mossy lawn getting you down? Here's how to overseed it and get the grassy verge of your dreams...
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Don't forget to prune your roses before the window closes – experts are warning it could make all the difference to this year's flowers
Get started this weekend!
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Pied wagtails will flock to your garden if you add these simple wildlife-friendly features – experts say these cheery little birds don't use hanging feeders so here's what to do instead
They’re some of the cutest birds around, so how best to get the charming wagtail into your garden? Here’s what the pros advise...
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I'm blocking weeds before they sprout by using this old newspaper trick in my garden borders – it's a super easy, expert-backed method to stop them in their tracks
This natural fix is going to save hours of weeding later in the season
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How to prepare your garden for spring – 9 tasks that will refresh your beds, borders and outdoor furniture
Gear up for the growing season!
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As a Gardens Editor, I always water freshly sown seeds with this Amazon mister so that I don’t kill them
For under £6, it’s a must-have
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The slug trap garden experts swear by to protect plants in spring – all you need is one of these fruit bowl staples
This chemical-free method is both wildlife and purse-friendly
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You'd swear these roses were peonies – but the difference is they'll bloom all summer long if you plant them now
Enjoy peony vibes in your garden this summer with these gorgeous garden rose look-alikes that are just like the real thing
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Lidl is our secret go-to place for buying outdoor plants – it's one of the cheapest places to pick up hydrangeas, azaleas and roses right now
Trust me, Lidl is great for picking up high-quality, budget plants
