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
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This is my favourite squash to grow in a small garden — it's fun, easy to grow and will bag you loads of harvests
Ever heard of this one?
By Sophie King
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The best low-maintenance plants for pots for an effortlessly good-looking container garden
Find the best low-maintenance plants for pots and give your garden a new lease of life
By Holly Reaney
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When to treat moss in a lawn to guarantee strong, green grass – just in time for summer
It's almost time to get started!
By Sophie King
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How to do no-dig gardening — experts say this easy and laid-back trend has just one rule
You've probably heard of the no-dig gardening movement - but this is how you can do it at home
By Kezia Reynolds
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The pot plants that thrive on neglect – create a fabulous-looking garden without the effort with these beauties
If gardening isn't your forte, these pot plants that thrive on neglect are a must-have addition to your garden
By Holly Reaney
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Where to buy a shed – the best places to find wooden, metal and plastic sheds
Our edit of where to buy a reliable shed for your garden
By Sophie King
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When to fertilise roses - experts say this garden job needs to be done now if you want an abundance of blooms
Fertilising your roses now will ensure they have the strength to produce beautiful blooms all summer long
By Kezia Reynolds
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Bees and butterflies will love your garden if you plant this one flowering plant, garden experts say
Bees and butterflies can't get enough of this vibrant flowering plant
By Kezia Reynolds
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If you planted before the last frost, don't panic! This is how to protect tender plants until the warmer weather returns
It isn't too late to protect them
By Sophie King
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What is top dressing and why should you do it? Experts say this garden job should be on your lawn care checklist this spring
Forget Italian Vinaigrette and Thousand Island; this is the only dressing that matters if you’re a gardener...
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to level a lawn — 4 tell-tale signs experts say indicate this lawncare task is overdue
All the indicators you need to know it's time to get started
By Sophie King
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Can you revive woody lavender plants? Experts reveal the best way to do it and how to tell if your plants are past their best
If you don’t tend to lavender plants properly, things can get messy – fast!
By Kayleigh Dray
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Is it worth buying a patio heater? Here's why it could help you make the most of your garden (all year round!)
We've weighed the pros and cons
By Sophie King
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Where should I place a peace lily in my home? 5 best spots where it will thrive, according to plant experts
Keep your houseplant healthy by putting it in the best spot in the house
By Eilidh Williams
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Aldi is selling an electric scarifier for just £70 — it’s a must-have if you want a lush green lawn this summer
Scarifying your lawn is the key to lush green grass - and this budget buy is the key to doing it
By Kezia Reynolds
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Do crocus bulbs multiply? Everything you need to know about how to get more of these spring blooms in your garden
If you're wondering do crocus bulbs multiply, then you're not alone – we all want to know how to get more of these spring beauties in our gardens
By Holly Reaney
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Small wildlife garden ideas — 7 ways to turn a tiny space into a haven for birds, bees, frogs and more
Turn your small space into a nature-loving paradise
By Sophie King
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When is the best time to water a houseplant? Garden experts say you should always stick to this time of day
By sticking to this watering schedule, you should see your houseplants thrive
By Kezia Reynolds
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I scarified my lawn last year and it brought it back to life in just two weeks – it's still the greenest I've ever seen it
We risked scarifying during the summer – and it paid off
By Sophie King
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The 5 flowers to plant in your garden now for a lucky 2025, according to Feng Shui experts
According to Feng Shui principles, some flowers have an abundance of luck - these are the ones you can plant now
By Kezia Reynolds
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Where to put a money tree in your home to encourage wealth and prosperity, according to Feng Shui experts
Manifest that pay rise by putting your money tree in the best spot in your home
By Kezia Reynolds
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Best bulbs to plant in March — 5 beautiful options for filling your garden with summer blooms
If the weather is mild, you can get started this month
By Sophie King
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It’s too early to cut your grass, warn lawn experts — here’s why mowing this week could damage your grass
Don't let the sunshine fool you...
By Sophie King
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How to remove algae from garden furniture — 4 ways to get it looking like new, ready for spring
Brighter days are coming – here’s how to prepare your outdoor furniture for the warmer months
By Marina Rabin
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The best time to plant ranunculus if you want a garden border full of vibrant blooms
When it comes to planting ranunculus, you have two options available…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Garden experts reveal the important reason why you should not weed your garden this spring
Weeding your garden too much can actually have negative effects for the wildlife that lives there
By Kezia Reynolds
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Jobs to do in the garden in March — 8 key tasks to prepare your garden for the growing season ahead
We've rounded up the most important March garden jobs
By Sophie King