Garden advice
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My neighbour’s hedge is over two metres tall – can I make them cut it down?It depends on the type...
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5 bulbs to plant in August to fill your garden with colour throughout autumn and winterNow is the perfect time to get some bulbs in the warmer ground
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3 things to do to your lawn before it rains to help it bounce back after the heatwaveHelp the rain restore your lawn to its former glory
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Monty Don is urging gardeners not to worry about fruit trees shedding fruit this summer – it’s actually a good signIt's not the disaster it first seems
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5 garden plants experts say you can bring back from the dead if they’ve gone brown and crispy this summerYour garden is tougher than you think
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As a gardening editor, here are the five trees I'd never plant in my own gardenAnd the 3 I absolutely would
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David Domoney doesn’t want you to throw your plant prunings away this monthTry this clever hack instead
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Alan Titchmarsh says every garden should have this one thing to make the most of this week's rainSet one up now
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5 plants to collect seeds from now for free flowers next yearDon't let them go to waste by storing them now
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What to do with jasmine in August – 6 tasks that'll guarantee longer, healthier displaysDon't neglect the climbers this month
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The charming way that Monty Don uses small terracotta pots in his gardenIt’ll make your space safer
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How to revive tired hanging baskets in August – 6 simple steps to bring back the bloomsRescue them for flowers through to autumn
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The low-maintenance hedge idea I picked up in Bratislava – it's drought-tolerant and great for wildlifeTry this easy-grow screen
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What to do with strawberry plants after fruiting to ensure a strong harvest next yearEnsure a great 2027 harvest
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Experts say these 2 types of grass are best for a drought-tolerant lawnIt's almost time to sow them
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Experts reveal how to repair bald lawn patches after a summer of heat and droughtThe simple steps to help your grass recover
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Can a neighbour complain about my bird feeder? The conditions under which a council will take this issue seriouslyIf you love attracting birds to your garden, you also need to ensure you're being responsible
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7 of the longest flowering plants for effortless colour from August to autumnThese garden favourites will keep blooming long after summer ends
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What to prune in August – 7 plants to tackle now for healthier growthAnd even more flowers next year!
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Sorry lavender, this drought-tolerant perennial is quietly replacing you this summerIt looks and smells just as good, too!
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These are the pests and plant diseases threatening your garden in AugustThis is what to do if you spot them
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5 plants to deadhead in August – trim away these spent blooms nowAnd keep them flowering!
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6 gorgeous flowers to plant in your garden now for a colourful autumn display, so you can enjoy your outdoor space for longerYour autumn beds and borders can look as colourful as your spring garden
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Gardeners urged to avoid weeding their gardens this week for this important reasonLeave your beds, borders and lawns alone
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The 5 best herbs to grow on a kitchen countertop if you want fresh flavours at your fingertipsThey also work best if you're short on space
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Is your grass dead? Here’s how to tell if your lawn is rescuable – and expert advice on reviving itIt's tougher than you'd think
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August garden jobs – 12 flower, vegetable and maintenance tasks to do nowPruning, watering and more
