Garden advice
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Can I prune my neighbour's tree? Only if you check these 4 things first, warn legal experts
Ignoring them could be legally risky
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The rain killed my friend's pot plants, so I told her to try this £6 solution – now, her container plants are thriving (even in torrential downpours!)
It's so simple, but *so* effective
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What to do with hydrangeas in February – these key garden jobs will have your plants ablaze with colour come spring and summer
Get your hydrangeas prepped for the new season
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Sow brassicas like kale and cauliflower indoors now for productive, tasty crops
6 types to start in February
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6 old-fashioned plants making a big comeback in 2026 – expect bold colour and beautiful blooms
Show these grandma-style plants some love
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Experts say you can plant allium bulbs in February – but you'll get better results with this variety
Missed the autumn planting window? Right this way...
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Sow these flower seeds in February for months of bright, beautiful blooms from early spring onwards
Get ahead of the game by sowing these flower seeds now and fill your garden with colourful and longer-flowering blooms early on in the season
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Garden experts want you to use this ingredient from your fridge to get rid of garden pests – the all-natural method works a treat
The natural way to get rid of pests
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4 fast-growing climbing plants for privacy that you can plant now
Our top flowering and evergreen picks
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5 unique bulbs to plant in February for stunning summer displays
From pineapple lilies to striking gladioli
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12 jobs to do in the garden in February that will guarantee a productive 2026
Planting, pruning and maintenance tasks
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8 vegetables you can plant under cloches in February – sow these crops now for early harvests
The 2026 growing season starts now!
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This popular potted plant drainage hack is doing more harm than good to your plants, experts warn
Just because it's popular, doesn't mean it's a good idea...
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5 of the best bulbs to plant in February for red blooms – ruby, crimson and burgundy options for showstopping summer displays
Plant these bulbs, tubers and corms now
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Birdscaping is the secret tool wildlife experts are using to attract more birds to their gardens – here’s the easy way you can do it, too
Make wildlife a priority in 2026
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Gardeners are being warned against making this 1 hydrangea mistake in winter – it will cost you your summer blooms
You have been warned...
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Pruning plum, cherry and other stone fruit trees in winter carries a huge risk
Don't make this mistake!
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10 garden pond ideas for a tranquil, nature-friendly space
From container setups to bespoke designs
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Every eco-conscious gardener I know uses peat-free compost – 3 of the biggest benefits
It's the future of sustainable gardening
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Where to buy seed potatoes to start growing your own spuds – 5 of the best stockists
From classic favourites to disease-resistant varieties
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Wildlife experts want you to dig a patch of soil in your garden this month – robins will thank you for it
This easy task won't take you long either
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6 things people who attract lots of birds to their gardens always have, according to wildlife experts
This is what birds *really* want you to put in your garden
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This short window is the best time to buy dahlias, according to experts– don’t leave it too late to get your hands on the most striking varieties
Now is the perfect time to buy your dahlias, don't miss out!
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5 plants to cut back hard in midwinter for better growth, flowers and fruit
More is *more* if you want abundant displays this year
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The everyday garden tidy-ups and jobs you don't think twice about doing could be harming birds, hedgehogs and other creatures without you knowing
Every leaf you sweep, every stem you break... they'll be watching you
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5 things people with a low-maintenance vegetable garden always have
Your veg patch cheat sheet!
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7 sweet-smelling flowering shrubs to fill your winter garden with scent and colour when nothing else is blooming
Bring some much-needed colour and fragrance outdoors with these winter-loving varieties
