Garden advice
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When can I start sowing vegetables outside? I asked experts what the perfect timing is for seeds to sprout quicklyThis is the sweet spot
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Aldi is selling a mini growhouse that is perfect for small gardens and balconies – it’s a must-have if you’re short on planting spaceIt's a small garden essential
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Rootrainers are a must-have for strong seedlings – they're ideal for sweet peas and beansHere's how they work
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This is the best time to plant gladiolus bulbs for a long, striking display of summer bloomsTiming is everything
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As a Gardens Editor, this is the flowering filler plant I recommend to anyone looking for stunning late winter bloomsIt thrives in challenging weather
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Wrens will flock to your garden if you use this type of bird box – fill your garden with beautiful birdsong this springThis cheerful little bird has a particular preference
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4 major hydrangea pruning mistakes to avoid in spring – and what to do instead for bigger, brighter blooms this yearYour hydrangea will thank you for avoiding these common pruning mistakes....
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The RHS is urging gardeners to check their gardens for a rare, pink daffodil this springScientists want the British public to keep an eye out for 'Mrs R.O. Blackhouse'.
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My grass is really long, but as a Garden Editor, even I'm not mowing it yetDon't jump the gun!
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4 cut flowers you can still plant now for a burst of colour in spring – no, it's not too late, but you'll need to start planting fastThese flowers will look just as glorious in a garden as in a vase
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I’m getting a head start on summer and planting these bulbs in February for guaranteed colour later in the yearNow is the perfect time to be planting these summer-flowering bulbs
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Mould on the soil around your seedlings? Don't panic – it's actually more harmless than you'd thinkThese are the most common causes
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Foxes will avoid your garden if you sprinkle this 1 kitchen ingredient around your borders – it’s easy, humane and freeWe're heading into prime fox activity here in the UK
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My chilli plants always produce loads of tasty fruits when I use this type of compostExperts say it's key to successful crops
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Your birth month has a perennial plant – this is the meaning behind yours, and the best varieties to add to your gardenHere's the special meanings behind all 12....
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5 things people with tidy garden sheds always have – easy upgrades for an organised space in time for springHere are the foundations for a tidy shed
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7 things you should feed birds in a garden – and the best time of year to serve each typeTop picks for every season
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Step aside, hydrangeas, there is a chic new ‘it’ plant for 2026, and it’s the perfect low-effort way to add impact to a gardenWe're celebrating the year of the cabbage
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Can I prune my neighbour's tree? Only if you check these 4 things first, warn legal expertsIgnoring 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 summerGet your hydrangeas prepped for the new season
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Sow brassicas like kale and cauliflower indoors now for productive, tasty crops6 types to start in February
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6 old-fashioned plants making a big comeback in 2026 – expect bold colour and beautiful bloomsShow 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 varietyMissed 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 onwardsGet 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 treatThe natural way to get rid of pests
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4 fast-growing climbing plants for privacy that you can plant nowOur top flowering and evergreen picks
