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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7 types of mulch every gardener should know about – experts reveal how to use them in your garden to control weeds and reduce how often you water your plants
There are many benefits to mulching, but it all depends on the type of mulch you use for the job...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Where to never plant peonies – 2 places you must avoid growing these beautiful plants in your garden, according to expert growers
These locations will lead to a blooming disaster
By Rebecca Knight
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5 tell-tale signs you're overwatering your plants – the key symptoms to watch out for
And how to distinguish overwatering from underwatering...
By Sophie King
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I went to Italy and found the most beautiful star jasmine arch – so I asked the experts how to recreate it
I've never seen anything like it!
By Sophie King
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The reason why wildlife experts say you should never feed birds bread - and what to give them instead
Leave the breadcrumbs at home, folks
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 tips I used to make my plants grow faster and transform my garden from a bare plot of soil to brimming with blooms
These top tips turned my outdoor space into a vibrant plot
By Holly Reaney
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Your herb garden will grow stronger and tastier if you add this kitchen ingredient to the soil, garden experts say
Give your kitchen herb garden a glow-up
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to remove weeds from a patio in 6 easy steps – from hand weeding to natural solutions
Rid your patio of unwanted plants with the help of our expert tips
By Katie Sims
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I'm calling it: patterned plants are the next big thing in gardens, and David Austin's showstopping new rose is my proof
It’s official: variegated plants are going to be everywhere this summer...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Should you get rid of ground elder? What the RHS's chief horticulturalist says about keeping or removing this weed in your garden
To weed, or not to weed? We got the advice from experts
By Laura Hillier
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Foxgloves are everywhere at the Chelsea Flower Show again this year – these are the best varieties to grow at home
They're a Chelsea staple!
By Sophie King
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Alpine strawberries are the unexpected 'it' plant of the Chelsea Flower Show – here's how to grow the newest cottage garden staple
Compact, hardy, and easy? Here's how to grow alpine strawberries
By Kayleigh Dray
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Bamboo is the new Japanese knotweed, garden experts warn, after a couple lose their conservatory to the invasive plant
The Brighton couple were left devastated after their neighbour's bamboo destroyed their conservatory
By Kezia Reynolds
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These are the five places you should never plant roses, according to gardening pros
Avoid these areas if you want beautiful blooms from your roses this summer
By Katie Sims
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Experts reveal the best way to store tulip bulbs now for another stunning spring display next year
It’s the perfect option for smaller gardens
By Lisa Fazzani
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Adding sand to your garden border could help you grow stronger plants – and this coastal garden at the Chelsea Flower Show is the perfect example
It offers a glimpse of what gardening could look like in years to come
By Sophie King
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3 easy mistakes that will stop peonies from flowering properly, according to professional peony growers – this is how to avoid them
Make sure you're treated to big blousy blooms in spring
By Rebecca Knight
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This first-of-its-kind Chelsea Flower Show Garden made outdoor succulents the star – and you can get the look at home with these 3 varieties
It's a masterclass in outdoor succulent growing
By Sophie King
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How long do alliums flower for? This is how long these stunning blooms last and the best way to extend their flowering
Ensure you get the most from these beautiful blooms
By Holly Reaney
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How to fill the bottom of a large planter - 4 household items garden experts use to save time, money and effort
You don't need to use up all your potting soil to create beautiful floral displays
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to dispose of soil – 5 smart and cost-effective ways to get rid of an excess of soil
Make sure you know how to dispose of soil correctly to keep your garden tidy – and ensure you avoid accuring hefty fines
By Holly Reaney
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Song birds will flock to your garden if you plant these 4 gorgeous native plants, wildlife experts say
If you want to welcome birds to your garden, you'll need to create a bird-friendly environment
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 practical ways to keep peonies from flopping over, recommended by garden experts, for happier, stronger blooms
Peonies won't stop flopping over? Don't worry, I've got you covered
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 plants you should never grow with tomatoes – experts warn they will hinder healthy growth
Give your strawberry patch a boost with the organic power of companion planting
By Natalie Osborn
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5 best plants to grow up a pergola for a beautiful, scented awning
Pergolas are a brilliant way to add interest to your garden – especially if you train climbing plants over them
By Kayleigh Dray
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4 ways to keep squirrels away from fruit trees and protect your future harvests
Get there before they do!
By Sophie King
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How to use banana peels in your garden to make your plants flourish - 3 methods gardening experts recommend
Whoever knew that bananas could be such an appealing garden tool?
By Kayleigh Dray