Garden
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How to get your garden ready for winter – 8 tasks to add to your list before the first frost arrives
Get your garden into gear before temperatures drop
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The best mulch for vegetable gardens if you want a happy and thriving crop
From straw to leaf mould, these are the very best ingredients for mulching your vegetable garden with.
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When to lift dahlia tubers - the tell-tale signs you need to start lifting, according to experts
Timing is everything for these tender perennials
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Experts are urging homeowners to grow moss in pots to get rid of dust and moisture over winter - this is how to do it
Moss is Mother Nature’s free air purifier
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When to scarify a lawn for thick, healthy grass – now's your final chance before next year
This is when you should – and shouldn't – be scheduling in the task
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How to style outdoor fairy lights like Nigella Lawson – the secret to her whimsical garden setup
We're in love with this magical garden look
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How to prune dogwoods for brightly-coloured stems year after year
Dogwoods are one of the best ways to transform your garden. So, how best to prune them?
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Can you mow over leaves? Yes, but these are the things garden experts want you to know first
Autumn’s unpredictable weather makes gardening tricky at the best of times, so can you cut corners when it comes to mowing?
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How to prepare your driveway for winter - 5 essential steps to keep your family and car safe over the next few months
Weather-proof your driveway without the hassle
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You should never store these 5 things in your shed over winter - now is your last chance to move them
Do you have any of these in your shed?
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When to prune cherry blossom for healthy, disease-free trees
Take a look at our guide to pruning cherry blossom trees
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How to store a strimmer for winter - from protecting the power source to choosing the perfect location
How will you be storing your strimmer this winter?
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32 front garden ideas to spruce up your home, from paving inspiration to planting techniques
Transform the look of your home
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October lawn care tips – 5 tasks to do before the temperature drops
Give your lawn a boost before winter arrives
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When to repot monstera for a happy houseplant with huge, glossy leaves
This is the time to get your soil matter out
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Dobbies has announced the closure of 17 stores - here is the full list of garden centres affected
It's sad news for the green-fingered retail giant
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How to change lawn mower oil - and why now is your last chance to do it, according to experts
When was the last time you changed your lawn mower oil?
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What to plant in October – the best flowers, fruit and vegetables for a productive winter garden
There's still lots to sow this month
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How to grow holly - it's the perfect security hedging for a home with some festive flair
Holly bushes are a beautiful addition to any garden – not to mention ideal for keeping intruders at bay!
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The best vegetables to sow in October – extend your garden's growing season and enjoy a bumper winter crop
Delicious winter and early spring pickings await!
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Can you store a lawn mower on the wall? Experts urge gardeners to proceed with caution when choosing this space-saving storage hack
You can store *some* lawn mowers on the wall, but not all of them
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Experts issue shed rot warning – 3 ways to protect your garden buildings over the winter
Here's our guide to preventing shed rot
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When to prune pyracantha - the exact time to prune firethorn hedges and shrubs to promote flowering and fruiting
Give this autumnal favourite the TLC it deserves
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How to prepare your shed for winter – 7 tips for cleaning, repairing and putting your shed to bed
Get your shed winter ready with these nine steps
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When to harvest pumpkins to get perfectly ripe produce according to gardening experts
Gardening experts advise when the right time is to harvest our favourite orange produce
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When to plant garlic - experts reveal the best time to get your cloves in the ground for a summer harvest
You'll need to act fast though
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How to weatherproof garden furniture – extend the life of your wood, metal and rattan furniture
Preserve your garden furniture for seasons to come
