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Can you leave dahlias in pots over winter? You can, but only if you follow these 4 expert-approved tips
Dahlias aren’t as high maintenance as they look, but they still need protection over winter
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to plant tulips in pots – the best ways to plant tulip bulbs in containers for dazzling spring displays
Everything you need to plant tulip bulbs in pots
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to plant amaryllis bulbs for blooming plants over the Christmas period
You'll need to act fast if you want to add this beauty to your Christmas table
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best patio heaters – keep your garden toasty with these tried-and-tested picks
Keep your garden toasty all season
By Amy Lockwood
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When is the first frost in my area? Use these tools so you can plan ahead before temperatures drop
By Sophie King
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4 ways to recycle plastic plant pots – clear out garden mess and stay green in the process
How to sustainably dispose of old, unused pots
By Holly Reaney
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Can you plant bulbs too deep? Experts warn gardeners of this common mistake that could have disastrous consequences
How to determine how deep you *really* need to be planting your blooms
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to stop planting spring bulbs – this is what skipping the autumn window means for future blooms
When is it too late to plant spring bulbs?
By Sophie King
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Jobs to do in the garden in November – 5 ways to get your garden in shape before winter arrives
Add these November gardening tasks to your to-do list
By Jennifer Ebert
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Never ignore fallen leaves from this one tree – unless you want to risk it killing your grass
The general rule of thumb is to leave fallen leaves as and where they fall... but there is, as ever, an exception
By Kayleigh Dray
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4 plants to prune in November to promote healthy growth, bumper crops and better displays
It's the perfect time to be pruning these plants
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to store a hot tub in winter - 6 steps to successfully winterise your hot tub, whether you plan on using it or not
Follow these steps to winterise your hot tub
By Lauren Bradbury
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Do perennials need to be protected from frost? Some do – and leaving them unprotected could spell disaster for your plants
These are the perennials that need protecting over the winter
By Sophie King
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Does sage need to be cut back in winter? Here’s what the experts say
Sage is a deliciously low-maintenance plant, but it does need some TLC...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Best fruit and vegetables to plant in November – 9 options to give you a head start on next year's garden
Growing your 5-a-day starts now...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Should you cut grass in November, or have you missed the boat? This is what the experts had to say
Time is running out
By Lauren Bradbury
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Can you protect plants from frost with bubble wrap? It works, but you'll need to use it the right way
It's a popular frost protection method, but how effective is it?
By Sophie King
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The 5 bulbs to avoid planting in pots, according to gardening experts - or risk being disappointed by your floral displays
Discover which bulbs to never plant in pots for a beautiful garden display this spring
By Holly Reaney
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Does ivy kill trees? Experts reveal whether this invasive plant can cause serious damage to your garden
Ivy can be problematic, but not all the time
By Lauren Bradbury
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The 'lightbulb technique' for planting bulbs that gardening expert David Domoney wants you to try – and why it works
We can't wait to try this easy bulb-planting technique
By Jullia Joson
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Where is the best place to plant snowdrops? How to choose the best location for sweeping spring displays
Wondering where to plant snowdrops? Here's what the experts say...
By Sophie King
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The 8 plants you should never prune in autumn - or risk ruining next year’s garden
You might know what you should prune… but do you know what you shouldn’t?
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to prune a climbing rose – here's what Monty Don and other garden experts say
We're taking a look at the perfect window for pruning climbing roses
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to grow winter salad and bid goodbye to soggy supermarket leaves forever
Winter salad is the perfect crop to cultivate at this time of year
By Kayleigh Dray
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Lawn care tips – 12 of the best ways to look after your grass year-round
The ultimate guide to healthy grass all year round
By Jennifer Ebert
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How to save pumpkin seeds for planting and grow next year's Jack-o'-lanterns for free
Preparations for next Halloween start now...
By Sophie King
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How to store dahlia tubers before the frost reduces them to blackened tatters
Want showy flowers year after year? It's time to learn how to store dahlia tubers
By Kayleigh Dray