Garden 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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You'd swear these roses were peonies – but the difference is they'll bloom all summer long if you plant them now
Enjoy peony vibes in your garden this summer with these gorgeous garden rose look-alikes that are just like the real thing
By Lisa Fazzani
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Lidl is our secret go-to place for buying outdoor plants – it's one of the cheapest places to pick up hydrangeas, azaleas and roses right now
Trust me, Lidl is great for picking up high-quality, budget plants
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 lawn diseases that could be eating your grass – identify and treat them before they take over
Snow mould, fairy rings and more
By Sophie King
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I'm beating weeds to it by adding this flowering ground cover plant to my borders now – experts say it's so effective at stopping them in their tracks
It's practical and pretty
By Jenny McFarlane
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This genius hack will quadruple your space for growing seedlings at home and fill your garden with even more gorgeous plants this spring
This is such a clever growing hack
By Kezia Reynolds
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When to plant Jerusalem artichokes for delicious, nutty-flavoured veg – they're stars in the kitchen
Order the tubers before the window closes!
By Sophie King
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5 bedding plants to plant now to give your garden an instant pop of colour, according to garden experts
It's not too early for a garden full of colour
By Kezia Reynolds
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Hot borders is the planting trend that will fill your garden with bold colour this summer – your garden will look sunny even when the sky is grey
We're obsessed with this summery planting style
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 perennials to plant in March for flowers that come back every year – our favourite varieties
Catmint, erigeron and more
By Sophie King
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Garden experts are urging gardeners to make this vital job a top priority – or risk an unlimited fine in the spring
Leaving this task too late can harm the health of your trees, too
By Kezia Reynolds
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Grow these 7 vegetables at home to save money on your shopping bill – they taste even more delicious home-grown
Beginner-friendly picks
By Sophie King
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When to sow parsnips – make the most of this week’s warmer weather
They taste even better homegrown!
By Sophie King
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What to do with roses in March – these 3 tasks will make your plants flower better than ever
Give those blooms a boost!
By Sophie King
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How to start begonia tubers indoors right now for a 'vibrant, flower-filled show' all summer
Get a head start by planting your begonia tubers indoors now
By Lisa Fazzani
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B&M is selling some of the most affordable mini-greenhouses I’ve seen – they’re perfect for tiny gardens
This is a PSA for owners of small gardens, courtyards and balconies
By Kezia Reynolds
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When can I start sowing vegetables outside? I asked experts what the perfect timing is for seeds to sprout quickly
This is the sweet spot
By Sophie King
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Aldi is selling a mini growhouse that is perfect for small gardens and balconies – it’s a must-have if you’re short on planting space
It's a small garden essential
By Kezia Reynolds
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Rootrainers are a must-have for strong seedlings – they're ideal for sweet peas and beans
Here's how they work
By Sophie King
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As a Gardens Editor, this is the flowering filler plant I recommend to anyone looking for stunning late winter blooms
It thrives in challenging weather
By Sophie King
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Wrens will flock to your garden if you use this type of bird box – fill your garden with beautiful birdsong this spring
This cheerful little bird has a particular preference
By Kezia Reynolds
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4 major hydrangea pruning mistakes to avoid in spring – and what to do instead for bigger, brighter blooms this year
Your hydrangea will thank you for avoiding these common pruning mistakes....
By Kayleigh Dray
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The RHS is urging gardeners to check their gardens for a rare, pink daffodil this spring
Scientists want the British public to keep an eye out for 'Mrs R.O. Blackhouse'.
By Kezia Reynolds
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My grass is really long, but as a Garden Editor, even I'm not mowing it yet
Don't jump the gun!
By Sophie King
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This seed snail hack will maximise your windowsill’s growing potential
It's perfect for sowing sweet peas in small spaces
By Sophie King
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4 cut flowers you can still plant now for a burst of colour in spring – no, it's not too late, but you'll need to start planting fast
These flowers will look just as glorious in a garden as in a vase
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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I’m getting a head start on summer and planting these bulbs in February for guaranteed colour later in the year
Now is the perfect time to be planting these summer-flowering bulbs
By Lisa Fazzani
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Mould on the soil around your seedlings? Don't panic – it's actually more harmless than you'd think
These are the most common causes
By Sophie King


