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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Perennials you should never plant together if you want to avoid a gardening disaster – it's a secret rule all pro gardeners abide by
Not all perennial plants play nicely; avoid these pairings at all costs…
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to prune gooseberries for healthy plants and plenty of fruit – don't jump the gun!
This window will bag you the most fruit next year
By Sophie King
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There's still time to plant your spring bulbs – but get them in the ground before the window closes!
Get there before the weather does!
By Sophie King
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Now's your last chance to plant amaryllis bulbs for beautiful festive blooms on Christmas Day, garden experts warn
The clock's ticking!
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm a gardening expert and I keep my vegetable garden growing all year round by planting these crops in autumn – they're delicious and easy to grow!
As the temperatures drop, I’m not planning on slowing down in the garden!
By Laura Hillier
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3 plants you shouldn't prune this autumn – trimming these shrubs and trees will cause more harm than good
It's too warm!
By Sophie King
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This is how to tidy your garden without disturbing the wildlife that lives there
Be mindful of the local wildlife when you're clearing up your garden this autumn
By Lisa Fazzani
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This November hydrangea mistake could cost you next year's flowers – don't ruin a hard-earned display
Put those secateurs away!
By Sophie King
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I just learned these 4 things about robot lawn mowers and I think they're going to be *big* next year
These are some of my favourite features
By Sophie King
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7 invasive bulbs you should never plant in your garden – they seem harmless, but they're a nightmare to get rid of!
Save yourself some trouble!
By Sophie King
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I’m a garden editor, and I swear by Monty Don’s tip for overwintering tropical plants – with one exception
Monty Don is pretty strict on what we need to do to help our tropical plants survive the winter, but there is an exception to the rule…
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to grow honeyberries – they’re one of the easiest fruits to grow, but hardly anyone knows it!
Enjoy an effortless crop of fruits
By Sophie King
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What to do with peonies in autumn to guarantee they return bigger and better next year
Love your peonies? Then you need to follow these essential autumn care tips…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Herbs to lift and divide in autumn to give you a batch of new plants for free
Dividing herbs is quick and easy to do and you'll be rewarded with new plants to boost your herb patch
By Lisa Fazzani
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4 ornamental grasses that add interest to a winter garden – these low-maintenance varieties add striking texture and colour
They're perfect for the colder months
By Sophie King
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I stopped my container plants from waterlogging with these simple, money-saving DIYs – they will winter-proof your potted plants for free
Provide drainage and weather protection for your garden planters using pot feet - make your own with these easy ideas
By Lisa Fazzani
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I’m a gardens editor who *loves* tulips – these are the 5 varieties I’ve got my eye on this year
From classic favourites to unique fringed blooms
By Sophie King
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Gardeners are being warned to never feed birds these 3 common things
While it's a lovely idea to feed the birds that visit your garden, you need to ensure you're doing it safely
By Kezia Reynolds
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Where to plant fruit trees for huge, delicious harvests every year – the ideal spot and soil type
Can you find a place that fits the bill?
By Sophie King
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This spiral spring bulb hack is perfect for a tabletop – it looks great even before it flowers!
It promises a beautiful indoor display in spring
By Sophie King
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The one autumn garden job I never forget to do before Bonfire Night as a gardens editor – it could save hedgehogs' lives
This cute garden project is well worth your time ahead of 5th November...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to grow mulberries for masses of delicious fruit – they're one of the lowest-maintenance fruit trees out there!
They're *so* easy to look after
By Sophie King
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I’m a gardens editor, and these are the 5 autumn mulching mistakes I’ll never make again
Avoid these autumn mulching mistakes for a healthier, happier garden come spring…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Wind-rock is the biggest problem your roses will face over winter
Protect your plants until spring arrives
By Sophie King
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Don't neglect your roses this autumn – 5 essential tasks to ensure healthy, bouncy blooms next year
Your autumn checklist to help your roses flourish
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 unusual fruits to grow in your garden for unique but delicious harvests
They're on my wishlist!
By Sophie King
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I got my hands on B&Q's £15 seed advent calendar – it's packed with vegetable and flower seeds
It's perfect for beginners!
By Sophie King


