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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How to grow mint from seed – expert tips for super easy (and tasty) herbs on tap
Amateur gardeners, assemble! Here's how to grow mint from seed like a pro...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to care for a lawn in shade – expert tips for lush green grass in a shady garden
Shady garden? No problem! You can still have the lawn of your dreams with just a few tweaks...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can you scarify wet grass? It's possible, but gardening experts advise otherwise
It could do your lawn more harm than good
By Jullia Joson
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How to stop snails eating plants naturally – 8 foolproof methods, as recommended by gardening experts
These are the most effective ways to keep snails at bay
By Jullia Joson
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Does salt kill weeds? Absolutely, but gardening experts urge you to take note of these key considerations first
The most effective way to use it for maximum impact
By Jullia Joson
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How to aerate your lawn to let nutrients, water and air reach it better – resulting in a healthy, strong and green grass
The step-by-step guide to aerating a lawn approved by gardening experts
By Sara Hesikova
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What to do with tulips after flowering to ensure brighter and more vibrant blooms next year
Do the wrong thing, and your tulips will suffer next year
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to grow a fig tree in a pot to give your garden a Mediterranean look
This is everything you need to know about growing a fig tree in a pot, according to gardening experts
By Sara Hesikova
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Scarifying vs dethatching – what is the difference?
We clear up the mystery around which approach to take with your lawn
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to dethatch a lawn – the best way to get your lawn looking luscious and healthy this summer
The experts reveal their top tips for keeping your grass in tip top condition
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to get paint off your patio – the best ways to remove accidental splats or correct a DIY project
Want a spotless patio? These are the expert-approved methods to get rid of paint
By Sara Hesikova
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When to harvest rhubarb - Experts explain how to know when rhubarb is ready
Choose the right time for the perfect rhubarb crumble
By Lauren Bradbury
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7 household items you can use as seedling pots – plant up seeds and cuttings for free
Save money with these small seedling pots
By Sara Hesikova
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What to do with daffodils after flowering to ensure even bigger and brighter blooms next year
One wrong move could stunt next year’s growth
By Lauren Bradbury
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Cedar privacy screens are the latest garden trend – this is why you should get them
Cedar privacy screens are the latest garden trend and for good reasons
By Sara Hesikova
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Do outdoor kitchens add value to your home? Experts reveal if they're a good return on investment
Is an outdoor kitchen a worthwhile investment? This is how much value it can add to your property
By Sara Hesikova
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Does bleach kill weeds? Yes, but seasoned gardeners insist you try these alternative solutions instead
There are far better methods to be had
By Jullia Joson
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When to plant sweet peas outside to fill your garden with vibrant blooms and heavenly fragrance come summer
Gardening pros say it’s almost time to plant your sweet peas in the garden – but not quite yet
By Sara Hesikova
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What cherry blossom tree is the best for a small garden? 5 of the smallest varieties to fit into tiny outdoor spaces
Experts reveal which cherry blossom tree varieties out of over 400 are the best for small outdoor spaces
By Sara Hesikova
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I just discovered the iPhone's secret feature for identifying plants – it's a must-know for gardeners this spring
It's my new green thumb companion
By Jullia Joson
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How to improve drainage in a clay soil lawn and avoid a waterlogged garden
Prevent your lawn from becoming a soggy mess with these handy tips
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to reuse plastic bottles in the garden – 5 ways to repurpose waste into useful gardening tools
Experts reveal 5 helpful things you can turn your used plastic bottles into to use in the garden
By Sara Hesikova
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Does white vinegar kill weeds? Gardening experts reveal their tips for the most effective results
It comes with some caveats
By Jullia Joson
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We've tested the best leaf blowers for a tidy garden and clear paths
We've tested the best leaf blowers for a tidy garden and clear paths
By Luke Edwards
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How to test your soil's pH – getting it right will make your garden look better than ever
3 ways to find out your garden soil's pH and make sure your plants can grow strong and healthy
By Sara Hesikova
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Why is my lawn turning yellow? Experts explain how to return it to a vibrant green
Look this way if you're wondering how to fix yellow grass
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to grow artichokes – an expert guide to the prettiest garden vegetables around
Artichokes are every bit as beautiful as they are delicious, and they're ever so easy to grow, too
By Kayleigh Dray