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Garden
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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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What to do after scarifying a lawn – 5 crucial follow-up steps for a greener, healthier lawn
These tasks will give your grass an extra boost
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Is Very the new Habitat? It is if these 6 five-star garden furniture buys are anything to go by
These are the best-rated buys from the Very sale
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16 herb garden ideas for productive (and beautiful!) beds, borders and planters
Styling tips, herb recommendations and more
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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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This is the difference between a spade and a shovel – because they're not the same tool!
Here's what you need to know before you buy
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Where to buy the best garden furniture – these are the only places I'd recommend after hours of testing outdoor sofas, dining sets and more
I’ve spent countless hours trying and sitting on everything from garden chairs to outdoor lounge sets to arrive at these top 13 retailers
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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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Ideal Home Awards 2025 garden winners – our favourite outdoor brands and products, selected by a panel of experts
Keep these brands and products on your radar this year
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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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5 small garden pond ideas that will invite wildlife and waterscaping into even the tiniest space
These small garden pond ideas will elevate a small plot, helping you realise your wildlife garden dreams
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Is it just me or does every stylish garden have this one feature? It's an affordable buy that instantly upgrades your outdoor living set-up
It's a small update that makes a big difference
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This outdoor space has been transformed into a vibrant French garden bistro complete with a veggie centrepiece!
This outdoor dining set up is now packed with oodles of colour and character
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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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I instantly hit buy on these Joseph Joseph BBQ tools - they're a game changer if you're stuck for storage space
There's no need to keep these small-space friendly utensils in the shed
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Gardeners swear by this one trick to double your dahlias for a mass of beautiful blooms this year
Doubling dahlias is one of the best tricks in the book – especially if you want more flowers!
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I tried the Gtech GT50 grass trimmer on my small lawn – it's made tidying my garden feel effortless and my back agrees
Edging and trimming capability set this lightweight grass trimmer apart from the rest, but do allow time for charging
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If you thought this luxe-looking garden sofa from Tesco was twice the price it is, I wouldn't blame you
Stylish, unique and under £300
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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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I tested the budget-friendly Greenworks pressure washer – it quickly transformed my patio, fence and car
The Greenworks G40 really had its work cut out as I prepped the garden for summer
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Aldi is selling a £30 portable pressure washer to clean up your patio and garden this summer
Run, don't walk to your local Aldi
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QVC's electric Weed Sweeper cleared my entire patio of weeds in less than 15 minutes – it's now my favourite garden tool
No need for harsh chemicals, plus no more aching back or sore knees
