Garden advice
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These 3 trees will add value to your home, according to experts – and you can plant them now
Trees are great for increasing curb appeal and turning your garden into a relaxing space
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5 rookie mistakes I’ve made when buying plants for my garden and will never fall for again
Garden centre plant buying mistakes and how to fix them
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6 places in the garden to never use eggshells - it could cause more harm than good
Eggshells might have many benefits, but they're best kept away from these spots
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Cinnamon powder could be the key to your cuttings' success – here's why it works
Who knew?
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This centuries-old Native American planting trick is ideal for small gardens – and it delivers bumper crops
It's an age-old tradition for good reason
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These are the 5 prettiest snowdrop varieties to grow for stunning spring displays
Did someone say 'golden snowdrops'?!
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Is the 8-8-8 lavender pruning technique the 'foolproof' secret to better blooms?
How and when to use this gardening rule
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3 things you should put on your lawn in summer to encourage lush, green grass before the season ends
Now's the time to revive your grass – or give it a boost!
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Should you deadhead annuals for more blooms? Experts share which flowers to cut back and which to leave alone
Perennials usually steal focus when it comes to deadheading, but don’t forget your annuals…
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3 defensive plants to keep your home safe from thieves – add them to your garden ASAP
Keep your home safe and secure this summer
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I've seen more hydrangeas turning brown than ever this year – here's why, and how to revive your shrubs
We can thank the heatwaves...
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How to rescue a plant from the clearance table – and figure out if it's salvageable in the first place
These bargain buys could end up being your healthiest plants!
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August is the perfect time to overseed a lawn, but there’s one thing you’ll need to know about sowing after a heatwave
Keep a watering can handy!
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How to propagate zinnias from cuttings and multiply your display of colourful blooms for free
This easy method will double your flowers
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These are the two best ways to tell if your sweetcorn is ready to be harvested for delicious, juicy cobs
Time it right for the best harvests
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I'm a florist and these are the 7 flowers I love to grow in my cut flower garden in late summer
Give your late summer garden a colour lift with our selection
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Never prune these plants in August if you want them to flower again next year
Cutting them back now could forsake next year's blooms
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How to get rid of horsetail weed - garden experts reveal the best way to tackle this hard to kill weed
Solutions that will help to control and reduce it
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This fatal mistake could spell disaster for your lawn this week – it's the surest way to ruin your grass during a heatwave
Keep that mower away!
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The easy, non-toxic method pest experts swear by to keep wasps out of your garden – all you need is a sheet of paper
Wasps won't want to go near this handy deterrent
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Mulch vs membrane – experts reveal the best way to keep weeds at bay in your garden
Weed control is a tricky job, so it’s best to go in with the best tools for the job…
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How to grow honeysuckle for stunning, fragrant blooms – they're a must for a fence or trellis
5 expert-approved steps for honeysuckle success
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How to mow your lawn in hot, dry weather without damaging grass, according to experts
You’d best believe that hot, dry weather can (and should) impact your mowing strategy…
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5 of the best salad crops to sow in August for quick harvests – and out-of-this-world flavour
September harvests?! Right this way...
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Plant these 8 perennials in August for a burst of blooms right through autumn
Plant these perennials now for a dazzling display of autumn flowers
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A wetting agent can revive and protect even the driest lawns – here's how it could benefit your garden
How lawn wetting agents work, and when to use one
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This is the best type of fertiliser for ripening tomatoes – it'll help you grow your best toms ever
Look for these ingredients
