Perennials
The latest perennial news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
Perennials
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What to do with agapanthus after flowering – 3 steps to help you lengthen your plant's life
This is the ideal time to cut agapanthus back
By Sophie King
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Plant these 8 perennials in August for a burst of blooms right through autumn
Plant these perennials now for a dazzling display of autumn flowers
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 perennials to cut back in August for a flush of autumn flowers
Cut back perennials now for a flush of autumn flowers
By Lisa Fazzani
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The superhero plant everyone should plant in their garden this summer to deter pests and attract pollinators
If you could only have one plant in your garden, make it lavender
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 plants that bloom twice a year – the varieties garden experts recommend to deliver double the colour and flowers
Choose these plants if you want to enjoy more than one bloom this summer
By Katie Sims
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This affordable perennial will fill your pots with flowers in no time – and make them look effortlessly expensive
We love this easy plant pot hack
By Sophie King
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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
By Kayleigh Dray
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7 perennials you can grow from seed – save money by sowing them now and bring colour to your garden year after year
Sow your own perennials now and you'll be rewarded with an abundance of blooms
By Lisa Fazzani
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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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How to divide perennials – an expert guide on how to get more plants for free
Dividing perennials isn't just a great way to boost plant health; it's also a brilliant way to multiply your plants
By Kayleigh Dray
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Are tomato plants a perennial that can survive winter?
What to know as the cold weather starts to approach
By Ellis Cochrane
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8 long flowering perennials to add to your garden for longer lasting blooms
Choose plants that come back year after year for a truly sustainable (and beautiful) garden
By Kayleigh Dray
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Should you deadhead perennials? Experts reveal the importance of this garden task
Deadheading could be the boost your perennials need
By Sophie King
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The best perennial plants to buy now and enjoy forever, according to garden experts
Sick of buying plants all the time? These perennial beauties are guaranteed to come back year after year...
By Kayleigh Dray
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7 perennials to avoid in the garden - and what you can plant instead, according to experts
You might want to steer clear of these pesky perennials…
By Lauren Bradbury
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This is what every gardener should be buying at the garden centre right now for a stunning garden on a budget
This affordable gardening hack is the secret to a beautiful garden every season with little to no effort
By Jullia Joson