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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How to make a wigwam plant support for vertical planting – this simple DIY is a space-saving essential for growing vegetables and climbers in small gardens
It’s the perfect option for smaller gardens
By Lisa Fazzani
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This watering pan test could help you figure out how much water your lawn needs – here's how it works
Think of it as a free watering indicator...
By Sophie King
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These 5 flowers are unusual but really easy to grow – and will guarantee extraordinary displays in your garden
I asked plant experts for their recommendations
By Sophie King
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How to remove rust stains on a patio – experts reveal 5 surprisingly simple methods that work
Tackle stubborn stains using everyday household staples hiding in your cupboards
By Rebecca Lawton
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3 reasons why your rhododendron isn’t flowering and what you can do to ensure beautiful, vibrant blooms
Rhododendrons produce gorgeous, showstopping flowers, and this is how to ensure them year on year
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 climbing plants that thrive on neglect and will add interest to your garden fence and walls with zero effort
There's nothing wrong with a little lazy gardening
By Holly Reaney
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Robins will flock to your garden if you feed them this one ingredient, say wildlife experts
Have you ever wondered what a robin's favourite food was?
By Kezia Reynolds
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Lavender will bloom bigger and brighter if you add this £5 essential to your soil, say garden experts
This handy trick will reward you with beautiful, fragrant flowers this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to birdwatch from your garden and style your garden furniture to bring this hobby to your back door
It all comes down to making your garden birds feel welcome and safe
By Kezia Reynolds
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Does salt kill ants? Yes, but pest experts warn against using it for this simple reason
Salt may kill ants, but it's not necessarily the best choice
By Kezia Reynolds
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4 things I wish I knew before I started a raised vegetable bed for the first time as a now-seasoned gardener
Companion planting, pest control and more
By Sophie King
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5 superhero blooms to plant in your garden now to keep aphids off your roses, according to garden experts
These powerful plants will help keep your roses free from pests
By Kezia Reynolds
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Don't get rid of these weeds in your garden – they have surprising health and wildlife benefits
Not all weeds are bad...
By Rebecca Knight
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How to grow courgettes vertically – my simple step-by-step to this clever small garden trick for a bumper crop this year
It’s the perfect option for smaller gardens
By Natalie Osborn
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This easy method means you can water your plants while on holiday - it’s so effective that people have been using it for thousands of years
It's simple and really effective
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm a gardens editor, and these are my 6 go-to places for picking up cheap terracotta pots that still look super stylish
I've rounded up my favourite stockists
By Sophie King
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Can orchids survive outside in the UK? The hardy and beautiful varieties that will thrive in your garden
There are a handful of hardy orchids you can try growing at home in your garden
By Kayleigh Dray
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Bees will love your garden if you add this one feature, say wildlife experts - and it requires minimal effort on your part
A 'rough patch' requires little effort or space
By Kezia Reynolds
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A mulching plug could be the secret to a greener, healthier lawn – here's how the lawn mower attachment works
It's simple, but it has a lot of benefits
By Sophie King
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This patio plant is practically unkillable, according to garden experts - it’s perfect for both novices and garden pros
It also smells delicious, too...
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to revive a woody clematis plant – 3 steps to help your climbing plant to thrive again
If you're looking to rejuvenate an old clematis, you've come to the right place...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Best flower pairings to grow in pots – 7 expert-recommended combinations for vibrant displays all summer long
Create a fabulous display of colourful flowering plants
By Lisa Fazzani
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What can you do if a neighbour's tree is blocking your sunlight?
From what rights you have, to how to broach the issue with next door
By Rebecca Lawton
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How to kill weeds but not grass – the safest ways to avoid damaging your lawn
Keep your lawn in tip-top condition
By Sophie King
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3 ways to attract blue tits and keep these beautiful birds as regular visitors to your garden, according to wildlife experts
Make these birds feel like welcome guests in your garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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Experts share how to clean terracotta pots effectively in 5 simple steps to restore their look and keep plants healthy
Spruce up your favourite pots and protect your plants from disease with these 5 easy steps
By Jenny McFarlane
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Dandelions are the stars of No Mow May – here's why you should keep them in your garden
Another reason to avoid mowing your lawn this month!
By Sophie King