Garden advice
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Do I have a right to privacy in my garden? Here's what you can (and can't) do
Experts explain where you stand legally, and what you can do to protect your garden's privacy
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What can I do if my neighbour's tree is damaging my fence? Everything you need to know from a legal standpoint
The exact steps to take, according to the experts
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How to grow borage – planting, watering and harvesting the herb that bees love
It's delicious in salads, too!
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4 shed paint colours that will boost the value of your home and look appealing to buyers
Increase your home's kerb appeal with these stunning shades
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Worried your neighbour is attracting rats? What you can legally do
Discover what steps you can take if your neighbour's habits are causing a rodent issue
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Herbs you should never plant together – avoid these combinations to ensure a thriving herb garden
Don't make these plants neighbours...
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Flower bed ideas – 10 ways to create your best displays yet
Design tips, plant recommendations and more
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Save fruit trees from the 'June drop' – the one thing Monty Don says you need to do to ensure a bigger, healthier harvest
If you own an apple or a pear tree, look this way...
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How to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots – an easy guide to bringing these beautiful blooms to your container garden
Liven up your patio with perfectly planted pots of gladioli
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How to keep foxes out of your garden — 6 (safe and humane) ways to deter these garden invaders
Deter foxes without harming them in the process
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This hack makes mulching neater, quicker and easier – it will recycle your old plastic pots, too
You won't want to mulch your plants any other way!
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6 of the best plants for clay soil – these shrubs and flowering plants will thrive in this challenging soil type
Clay soil can be a blessing, not a curse!
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5 reasons garden birds aren't visiting your bird bath – and what experts urge you to do to make it more welcoming
A bird bath is a wonderful way to welcome feathered friends to your garden – but only if you do it properly
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The 2 places you should never put a bird box, according to wildlife experts
Birds can be quite fussy when choosing their homes
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7 perennials to cut back in June – experts say giving these plants the Chelsea chop will encourage a second flush of flowers
Cut back perennials now to encourage late summer flowering
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I'm calling it! Zinnias are the flower of the summer – how to grow your own and fill your home with these colourful blooms for free
Endless Instagram-worthy blooms guaranteed
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How to grow gooseberries – everything you need to know about planting, watering and pruning these fruiting favourites
A complete guide to planting and caring for your gooseberry bush
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3 things you should never use to fill the bottom of a large planter, according to garden experts
You should avoid these materials for your floral displays this summer
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7 types of mulch every gardener should know about – experts reveal how to use them in your garden to control weeds and reduce how often you water your plants
There are many benefits to mulching, but it all depends on the type of mulch you use for the job...
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Where to never plant peonies – 2 places you must avoid growing these beautiful plants in your garden, according to expert growers
These locations will lead to a blooming disaster
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5 tell-tale signs you're overwatering your plants – the key symptoms to watch out for
And how to distinguish overwatering from underwatering...
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I went to Italy and found the most beautiful star jasmine arch – so I asked the experts how to recreate it
I've never seen anything like it!
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The reason why wildlife experts say you should never feed birds bread - and what to give them instead
Leave the breadcrumbs at home, folks
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5 tips I used to make my plants grow faster and transform my garden from a bare plot of soil to brimming with blooms
These top tips turned my outdoor space into a vibrant plot
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Your herb garden will grow stronger and tastier if you add this kitchen ingredient to the soil, garden experts say
Give your kitchen herb garden a glow-up
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How to remove weeds from a patio in 6 easy steps – from hand weeding to natural solutions
Rid your patio of unwanted plants with the help of our expert tips
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I'm calling it: patterned plants are the next big thing in gardens, and David Austin's showstopping new rose is my proof
It’s official: variegated plants are going to be everywhere this summer...
