Garden advice
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Save fruit trees from the 'June drop' – the one thing Monty Don says you need to do to ensure a bigger, healthier harvest
If you own an apple or a pear tree, look this way...
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How to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots – an easy guide to bringing these beautiful blooms to your container garden
Liven up your patio with perfectly planted pots of gladioli
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What to do after scarifying a lawn – 5 crucial follow-up steps for a greener, healthier lawn
These tasks will give your grass an extra boost
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How to keep foxes out of your garden — 6 (safe and humane) ways to deter these garden invaders
Deter foxes without harming them in the process
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This hack makes mulching neater, quicker and easier – it will recycle your old plastic pots, too
You won't want to mulch your plants any other way!
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6 of the best plants for clay soil – these shrubs and flowering plants will thrive in this challenging soil type
Clay soil can be a blessing, not a curse!
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5 reasons garden birds aren't visiting your bird bath – and what experts urge you to do to make it more welcoming
A bird bath is a wonderful way to welcome feathered friends to your garden – but only if you do it properly
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The 2 places you should never put a bird box, according to wildlife experts
Birds can be quite fussy when choosing their homes
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7 perennials to cut back in June – experts say giving these plants the Chelsea chop will encourage a second flush of flowers
Cut back perennials now to encourage late summer flowering
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How to grow gooseberries – everything you need to know about planting, watering and pruning these fruiting favourites
A complete guide to planting and caring for your gooseberry bush
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3 things you should never use to fill the bottom of a large planter, according to garden experts
You should avoid these materials for your floral displays this summer
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Gardeners swear by this one trick to double your dahlias for a mass of beautiful blooms this year
Doubling dahlias is one of the best tricks in the book – especially if you want more flowers!
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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...
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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
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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...
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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!
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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
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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
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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
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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...
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7 plants you should never touch – steer clear of these garden culprits to avoid rashes, irritation and injuries
Keep an eye out for these harmful plants
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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
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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!
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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
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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
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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
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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
