Garden 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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How to fertilise your peonies in April – garden experts share their top feeding tips for bigger, better bloomsGive your peonies some extra TLC this month and you’ll reap the rewards say the experts
By Lisa Fazzani
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3 tell-tale signs that your lawn is compacted and needs aerating now for lush green grass when summer arrivesThese symptoms mean it's time to step in
By Sophie King
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Gardeners with dogs warned of hidden danger in gardens that can be fatal – what you need to do to keep your dog safeExperts have revealed that compost is toxic to dogs, and sometimes, it can be fatal
By Kezia Reynolds
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Wild birds will flock to your garden if you start leaving out this £7 Amazon buy – it looks adorable tooHow to support the wild birds that visit your garden during nesting season
By Kezia Reynolds
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April is peak slug and snail season – here's how to protect your plants before it's too late with these simple expert tipsA few timely steps now can save your plants from serious damage later....
By Kayleigh Dray
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My mum always has show-stopping climbing plant displays, and this plant is the fast-growing star of her garden trellisIt's the perfect low-maintenance privacy plant
By Sophie King
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What to do with camellias in April – these simple spring jobs will set you up for bigger and better blooms next springKeep them looking healthy during and after their final flush of flowers
By Lisa Fazzani
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Mary Berry’s secret recipe for keeping slugs and snails at bay is ‘dead easy'It really works!
By Sophie King
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The biggest reason why your grass seed isn't growing – and the easiest way to fix itThe real problem is often hidden beneath the surface...
By Kayleigh Dray
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What to plant with roses – these 5 companion plants stave off blackfly, hide bare stems and attract beneficial insectsIt's almost peak blackfly season
By Sophie King
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I'm copying my mum's secret recipe to bring goldfinches to her garden – it's all about the right food and key plantsThese colourful little songbirds have needs
By Jenny McFarlane
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What to do with strawberry plants in April – 6 key tasks for a bountiful harvest and sweeter fruitDon't forget to complete these important strawberry maintenance jobs this month
By Kezia Reynolds
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The 'one-third rule' is crucial for cutting your grass in April – experts say it'll keep your lawn healthyStick to this cutting height range
By Sophie King
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These 6 dreamy hydrangea varieties are perfect for pots and will transform small outdoor spaces with a cloud of bloomsHydrangeas can thrive in pots, which is ideal if you have a small space
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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Giovanna Fletcher is the latest celeb to embrace growing this trending veg at home – experts say they’re one of the best things to grow in a small gardenWe've all caught the spud bug
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 summer bulbs to plant in April – this month is crucial if you want to turn your garden into a colourful paradise7 summer bulbs to plant in April – it's not too late if you act now
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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The best low-maintenance evergreen shrubs for year-round privacyThese fuss-free picks create no-effort screening
By Kayleigh Dray
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Alan Titchmarsh reveals the 3 tasks you must do to your lawn before May for lush, moss-free grassAlan Titchmarsh reveals the 3 tasks you must do to your lawn before May for lush, moss-free grass
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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This is what to do if your neighbour is feeding foxes and attracting them to your gardenIf foxes are becoming a nuisance on your property, this is what you can do
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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The RPSB is warning gardeners to stop feeding birds peanuts and seeds, following the spread of deadly disease – this is what to give birds insteadThe warning has been issued following the announcements of the finds of the 2026 Big Garden Birdwatch
By Kezia Reynolds
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Monty Don says now's the moment to plant sweet peas outside – here's how to give them the best startWant a garden filled with tumbling, fragrant, sweet peas? In Monty Don we trust
By Kayleigh Dray
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Garden experts urge gardeners to carry out a final check before digging up ‘dead’ plants – save your favourite plants from the binIt will only take you a couple of minutes
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to talk to your neighbours about replacing a fence – avoid falling foul of the law with these tips from legal experts on how to handle the situationHow to approach this potentially tricky situation calmly
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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This one simple yet effective April lawn job makes your home instantly more attractive to buyers, say property expertsIt'll make your garden look neater, whether you're selling or not
By Jenny McFarlane
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8 night-scented flowering plants to add to your garden now for beautifully scented evenings all summer longFill the night air with fragrance
By Lisa Fazzani
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What to do with peonies in April – key tasks to guarantee glorious fluffy blooms this springTick these jobs off your list!
By Sophie King
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I'm a cat lover but I'm protecting visiting birds from them in our garden with these simple changes – just as David Attenborough recommendsSimple, cat-friendly (and bird-safe) tweaks
By Jenny McFarlane


