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
-
How to prepare your patio for winter - experts urge homeowners to complete these 7 tasks before the cold and wet weather takes hold
From protecting your plants to sealing your pavers, these tips will keep your patio in shape until winter
By Lauren Bradbury
-
The best bulbs for scent – start planting now for a fabulously fragranced garden in 2025
Perfumed plants can add a whole new element of enjoyment to your garden, after all
By Kayleigh Dray
-
How to plant crocus bulbs - fill your winter and spring gardens with these stunning blooms
Plant crocus bulbs in 6 easy steps
By Lauren Bradbury
-
The best plants to forage for a stunning autumn wreath, according to a gardening expert
Here’s how to make sure your autumn wreath looks its beautiful best
By Kayleigh Dray
-
5 of the easiest spring bulbs to grow in pots – plant these for beautiful spring displays
Here are our favourites
By Sophie King
-
When to prune apple trees to ensure a bountiful harvest every season
Expert tips for keeping a healthy and abundant tree all year round
By Jullia Joson
-
How to grow glass gem corn for gorgeous rainbow-coloured vegetables
It may look otherworldly, but this one-of-a-kind crop is surprisingly easy to grow at home
By Kayleigh Dray
-
When to plant hyacinth bulbs for bold spring blooms – don't miss the planting window
This is the best time, according to experts
By Lauren Bradbury
-
When to plant tulip bulbs for bright spring blooms – and avoid this common tulip disease
Time it right for beautiful, healthy blooms
By Lauren Bradbury
-
Which spring bulbs come back every year? The best low-maintenance options you can leave in the ground
Our top perennial picks
By Sophie King
-
When to cut back asparagus - expert advice on the right time to cut back the vegetable's foliage
Ensure jumbo crops every year by knowing when to cut back asparagus
By Rachel Homer
-
How to propagate a fern – three methods to fill your home with more of these frothy houseplants for free
Make more of this favourite houseplant – no matter the variety
By Holly Reaney
-
When to prune berberis to keep this autumn favourite in perfect shape, according to experts
The exact time all depends on the type of berberis you have
By Lauren Bradbury
-
The best evergreen plants for a small garden if you want lush greenery all year long
Your neighbours will be (ever)green with envy…
By Kayleigh Dray
-
When to harvest onions – here's how to tell if they're ready, and how to store them so they last
These are the signs to look out for
By Sophie King
-
How to prune salvias - an essential guide to ensure beautiful blooms
Consider this your essential pruning guide...
By Kayleigh Dray
-
How to store a lawn mower over winter - top tips to prevent corrosion and damage while it’s not in use
You may not be using your lawn mower over winter, but you still need to store it properly
By Lauren Bradbury
-
Can you grow a fig tree from a fig? Here’s what the experts have to say
We reveal whether or not this shop-bought fruit can be transformed into a thriving tree
By Kayleigh Dray
-
When to harvest potatoes – an expert guide to perfect potatoes every time
Growing your own potatoes? Here’s when they'll be ready…
By Kayleigh Dray
-
When to plant bulbs for spring – don't miss the window for stunning blooms next year
Time it right for long-lasting displays
By Lauren Bradbury
-
When to plant allium bulbs for beautiful, long-lasting blooms – don't leave it too late
Time it right for vibrant displays
By Kayleigh Dray
-
How to enjoy free entry to over 220 gardens and benefit from expert, personalised garden advice from the RHS
Join the RHS today and enjoy 25% off membership
By Sponsored
-
How long does grass seed last? Experts urge gardeners to check expiry dates before overseeding their lawns this autumn
Grass seed can quickly ‘go off’ if not stored correctly
By Lauren Bradbury
-
How to care for button fern - this adorable, low-maintenance plant will brighten any home
Thriving in the humidity of kitchens and bathrooms, this low-maintenance evergreen is beauty will brighten up the functional parts of the home
By Holly Reaney
-
The best autumn-flowering perennials for a garden filled with blooms
Keen to add some colour to your garden this autumn? Try planting these perennials...
By Kayleigh Dray
-
Why are my rose leaves turning yellow? The 6 reasons this could be happening, and how to fix it
Experts explain why and how to fix the problem
By Rachel Homer
-
Do you need to water plants in winter, or could you be doing more harm than good?
Is winter watering necessary as plants hunker down in preparation for cold months?
By Rachel Homer