Garden advice
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How to prune verbena – the best time to cut your plant back for loads of flowers next year
Bushier plants are just a prune away – but don't do it yet!
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This fatal mistake could spell disaster for your lawn this week – it's the surest way to ruin your grass during a heatwave
Keep that mower away!
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The easy, non-toxic method pest experts swear by to keep wasps out of your garden – all you need is a sheet of paper
Wasps won't want to go near this handy deterrent
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Mulch vs membrane – experts reveal the best way to keep weeds at bay in your garden
Weed control is a tricky job, so it’s best to go in with the best tools for the job…
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How to grow honeysuckle for stunning, fragrant blooms – they're a must for a fence or trellis
5 expert-approved steps for honeysuckle success
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How to mow your lawn in hot, dry weather without damaging grass, according to experts
You’d best believe that hot, dry weather can (and should) impact your mowing strategy…
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5 of the best salad crops to sow in August for quick harvests – and out-of-this-world flavour
September harvests?! Right this way...
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Plant these 8 perennials in August for a burst of blooms right through autumn
Plant these perennials now for a dazzling display of autumn flowers
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A wetting agent can revive and protect even the driest lawns – here's how it could benefit your garden
How lawn wetting agents work, and when to use one
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5 plants to grow next to your bird bath to make your garden look gorgeous and encourage more birds
Make your garden look better and birds feel safer - it's a win-win!
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How to deadhead cosmos for seemingly endless flowers all summer long
Keep them blooming!
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Best plants to propagate in August if you want to fill your garden borders for free
Fancy some free flowers? August is the best month to take cuttings from these plants...
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How to grow climbing hydrangeas – the best ways to plant, train and prune for years of beautiful flowers
A different way to grow hydrangeas...
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Putting fairy lights on garden fences can land you in trouble with your neighbours, warn legal experts
Do you know who your garden fence actually belongs to?
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How and when to collect seeds from hardy annuals this summer so you can grow them for free next year
Everlasting flowers? Make it happen by collecting seeds, stat!
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When to cut back lilies – and which parts to avoid trimming if you want them to bloom again next year
Don't spoil next year's flowers!
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‘Nature doesn’t like tidiness’ – why experts want you to stop cutting your garden back in summer for a happier, healthier, wildlife-friendly garden
Help your local ecosystem thrive
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7 perennials to cut back in August for a flush of autumn flowers
Cut back perennials now for a flush of autumn flowers
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Are climbing plants damaging your home? What you need to know before training a climber up a brick wall
Nothing says ‘dream home’ like decadent wisteria or roses rambling up the walls, but are they causing damage?
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5 jobs to do in a vegetable garden in August for late-summer productivity and autumn prep
There's plenty to keep you busy this month!
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4 reasons your tomatoes aren’t turning red – and how to get them back on track in time for summer salads
The most common culprits, demystified
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How to get rid of selfheal in a lawn – 3 ways to keep the purple-flowering weed at bay
Nip it in the bud before it takes over!
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How to make your own bird feed – wildlife expert reveals their favourite recipe that will have birds flocking to your garden
Add this to your weekly recipe rotation
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How to deadhead hydrangeas for perky, healthy plants that bounce back each year
It's not an essential task, but it's beneficial for certain types
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Koloniträdgårdar is the Scandi garden trend we’re stealing this summer – here's how to create a serene urban garden even if space is tight
Honestly, this Swedish gardening tip might just be the secret to outdoor bliss…
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Powdery mildew on sweet peas is rife right now – here's how to prevent it
And what to do if it's already taken hold of your sweet peas
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The unexpected plants that garden designers love to include in their own gardens – they add texture, charm and colour
Not sure what to plant in your own garden? Make like a pro and choose one of these...
