Garden advice
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My neighbour complained that our tree was ruining her garden's lightHere's the expert-approved way I handled it
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5 easy and effective fixes to make an overlooked front garden feel more privateand without blocking out light
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Richard E. Grant’s blooming wisteria looks like something out of a fairytale – it’s the best wisteria display I’ve ever seenThis stunning display is proof that hard work really does pay off!
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7 natural predators to encourage into your garden to keep pests away from plants and control weedsNo harsh chemicals needed
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3 ways to attract doves to your garden – create a sanctuary for one of nature’s best vacuum cleanersIt's so easy to welcome these gentle birds
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Can you plant peonies in May? These fluffy peony varieties can still be planted now if you act fastInstant blooms? Yes, please!
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5 unusual annual climbers to plant now to create privacy and hide ugly fences or wallsTake your pick from these fabulous annual climbers that have great coverage – enough to hide ugly fences, walls and provide privacy
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3 plants that help prevent flooding – RHS Chelsea-approved recommendations for a floodproof gardenGarden flooding is a bigger risk than ever
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Stinky Bob is taking over every corner of my garden – I'm stopping the persistent weed in its tracks with these simple tipsTake that, Stinky Bob!
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7 container flowers to plant in May for non-stop colour all summer longPick these vibrant, long-lasting blooms to ensure a colourful display that will see your garden all through the summer months
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8 gorgeous plants that will have butterflies flocking to your gardenThe small shrubs, statement trees and flowers they adore
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The RSPB says these two things will attract sparrows to your garden right nowOne is crucial for this year's chicks
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These 5 low-maintenance plants will make your garden look like it belongs to a chic boutique hotelThese plants will make your garden look effortlessly stylish, requiring minimal effort on your part
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Where to buy seeds online – these 5 retailers have given me the best results in the gardenFlower seeds, vegetable collections and more
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5 genius ways to use orange peel in your garden for natural pest control and healthier plantsThese expert-approved tricks are too useful to ignore
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How to clean algae off a fence with white vinegar – 3 quick and easy steps the experts swear by to make your fence look good as newFreshen up your garden with ease this May
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This tomato mistake could ruin your crop – and 5 more lessons pro gardeners have learned about growing tomatoes successfullyThese tips are golden!
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Aldi’s clever £23 planter taps into one of this year’s biggest garden trends for small spacesFill every inch of your garden with blooms with this smart design
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I'm a garden editor with a tiny outdoor space – these genius 'compost blocks' are what I'm using to fill my garden this summerThey're so lightweight!
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These lush planting ideas will shelter your seating area from wind, noise and nosy neighboursThey're natural screening tricks that experts swear by
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Experts are urging gardeners to leave dandelions in their lawns this May – 4 benefits of the underrated garden weedBees go *wild* for them
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Sorry, fence toppers – this fast-growing shrub does a much better job of screening my gardenIt's a stunning natural screen
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7 easy ways I’m recycling broken crockery and pots in my garden this summerInstead of chucking away those broken bits and pieces, give them a new use
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These destructive plants may look pretty – but I'd never grow them in my garden (and I'm a gardens editor)They can quickly take over your borders if you’re not careful...
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5 flowering plants you can plant in May that will have birds flocking to your garden – the best varieties recommended by wildlife expertsThese stunning blooms feed and attract birds
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4 of the best climbing plants for a front garden – plant these climbers in May for showstopping displaysThey'll wow the neighbours
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This stunning, yet unusual, hydrangea variety is perfect for small gardens and patios – it’s low-maintenance, thrives in pots and can be planted right nowAfter spotting this stunning bloom on holiday, it was quite literally stopped me in my tracks
