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Garden shade ideas – 17 smart ways to provide shelter on hot summer days
Parasols, pergolas and more
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5 easy steps to kill ivy roots and stop it coming back, according to garden experts
The ivy in your garden has outstayed its welcome? This is how to get rid of it for good
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8 plants that will repel snails and slugs – experts approved planting choices to stop them snacking on your flower beds
Clever planting choices can give you a head start in the battle against slugs and snails.
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Where to plant hydrangeas – get these three things right and your shrub will thrive
This is the perfect position and soil type
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20 container garden ideas that use pots and planters in creative ways to make the most of large and small gardens
Whether you have a tiny balcony or a sizable plot, these container garden ideas will fill your garden with colour, fragrance and life
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7 shade-loving plants to grow under trees for a stunning woodland-inspired garden
Maximise the planting in your garden by making the most of the space under your trees
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Trust me, these Habitat glasses are going to sell out fast – they're the perfect retro trend for outdoor dining
You can get a set of four for just £12
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5 vegetables that love full sun – these crops produce their best harvests in the sunshine, and you can plant them now
If you've got a sunny garden, you'll have a lot of success with these vegetables
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These 5 perennials that thrive on neglect will guarantee a beautiful garden for lazy gardeners all year round
They're a dose of natural magic for an easy-to-care-for outdoor space
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Is it cheaper to build a pergola or to buy one? Experts say one option is more cost-effective, but not everyone should try it
DIY pergola kits could be the money-saving solution your garden needs
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3 ways to protect your lawn in a heatwave – keep your grass healthy amid this week’s high temperatures
These tips are simple but effective!
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I’m obsessed with this retro garden furniture set from Habitat - and right now you can get the set for less than £100
This might be one of the coolest garden furniture sets I've ever seen
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How to grow black pepper – 5 steps to nail growing your own seasoning at home
With the right conditions, it's possible to grow your own supply of fresh peppercorns
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I've scoured the internet for the best plant supports to keep my garden in shape - these stakes and obelisks will guarantee beautiful garden borders
One of the secrets to a beautiful garden border is not actually in the planting, the soil or the watering… It’s in the supports
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These two plants will feed, protect and shelter birds, and cats won’t want to go anywhere near them
These shrubs will naturally keep predators away
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7 best paint colours to brighten up a gloomy north-facing garden, according to experts
Transform your outdoor space with these expert-approved shades
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I can’t choose between these 2 pretty water butts at B&Q – It’s the stunning garden feature I never knew I needed
Who knew garden water butts could be so pretty
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This is what every type of garden shade means, from full sun to deep shade, to help you work out what will grow best in your garden
Time to decode those plant labels!
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Boho patios are trending on Pinterest, and it’s easy to see why - this beautiful, eclectic look is so easy to achieve
Everything you need to nail this gorgeous trend
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This IKEA bestseller is a simple way to achieve a high-end looking outdoor kitchen this summer
And you can build upon it year on year
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3 things you need to do if you find a bird injured in your garden, according to wildlife experts
If a feathered friend needs your help, this is what you need to do
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7 vegetables you can sow in summer for quick harvests and late-season crops
You can even sow some veg in time for Christmas!
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Only you and I will know this stunning garden sofa set is from B&Q - and it’s on sale right now
I was seriously impressed by this stunning garden furniture set
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If you're trying to decide between a Big Green Egg and a Kamado Joe egg BBQ, here's what you need to know before you buy
Which premium brand does it best?
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A manual lawn mower is the low-cost alternative to modern mowers – I weighed the benefits and drawbacks
If you have considered buying a manual push mower, read about my experience and why I would (or wouldn't) recommend one
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Lidl is selling a portable gas pizza oven for less than £100 - it’s a dead ringer for the Ooni Koda oven
Could this be the cheapest pizza oven on the market?
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This £10 solar fountain helped me create a quick and easy DIY garden water feature – I love it even if my kids mock it
And it only took me five minutes to do!
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The two key soil improvers you need to know about when sowing and potting up plants – here’s how to choose the right type
They'll help you grow healthy, thriving plants
