Pruning & Planting
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Sorry dahlias, this low-maintenance, drought-tough flower is stealing the show this summerThe colourful blooms are real crowd-pleasers
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This drought-tolerant flowering plant is the star of my mum's garden border every summerIt’s tall, pretty and butterfly-friendly
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My tomato leaves are yellowing more than usual this year – experts share what could be causing itAre the heatwaves to blame?
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The plants people with drought tolerant gardens always growThey'll thrive through the hottest, driest summers
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What to do with hydrangeas in a heatwave – 3 crucial tasks to keep your plants alive and blooming in hot weatherHydration is key
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3 drought-tolerant herbs to plant in July for easy, fragrant harvests all summer longThese herbs thrive in heatwaves
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What I’m planting during the July heatwaves for pretty blooms and quick harvests that can tolerate the heatThe 5 plants on my list
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'Deep watering' is the expert-approved method that will help your plants cope and flourish during the July heatwaveYour garden will keep thriving even in hot weather
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I transformed the darkest corner of my garden into a leafy oasis with these beautiful shade-loving plantsMy permanently shady border felt like wasted space until I planted these up
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5 plants to prune in July for a garden bursting with summer bloomsThese are the garden favourites to give a snip right now
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What to do with tomato plants in July – the 5 things I’m doing this month to encourage a bumper cropExtra toms? Yes, please!
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This year’s ‘it’ Mediterranean garden plant isn’t what I expected – but it’s surprisingly easy to grow in the UKWho knew?
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7 low-maintenance container plants that thrive in full sun and hot weatherThese resilient varieties cope with heatwaves far better than you'd expect
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Don't throw away old pavers and gravel – here are 5 clever and easy ways to reuse them around your gardenGive them a second life with these expert-approved ideas
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Your small potted plants won't survive a hot summer if you use the wrong soil – this is the mix experts recommendA healthy foundation is *everything*
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9 of the prettiest edible plants to grow if you want a garden that looks as good as it tastesThey'll add colour, scent and flavour
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Gardeners are using electric toothbrushes to encourage their tomato plants to produce more tomatoesIt's smarter than it sounds!
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Can a pond cool a garden down? Experts say it could work overtime to make your outdoor space more comfortableAn unexpected heatwave hero!
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7 simple but effective ways to keep your patio cool to sit in, even during a heatwaveStay cool outdoors with these easy, expert-approved ideas
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Sorry, roses, gardenias are one of the most intoxicating shrubs for intense summer fragranceHere's how to grow one and keep it thriving
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My plants can cope with both heatwaves and heavy downpours thanks to this 'magic' mulch – they're thriving because of itIt's helping my plants stay hydrated, healthier and happier
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Nigella Lawson's parasol trees are a beautiful way to create natural shade in the gardenHow easy are they to grow?
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2 superhero flowers I always plant to keep pests away from my vegetablesThey’re fuss-free and really pretty
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7 simple ways to make a north-facing garden feel brighterThese tricks will maximise light, colour and year-round interest
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What to do with roses in June – the 5 easy tasks to never skip for bigger, better bloomsYour summer checklist to help your roses flourish
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5 Mediterranean plants that thrive in pots, and will make you feel like you're on holiday in your own gardenOur favourite flowers, fruits and evergreens
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Monty Don recommends sowing this cottage garden staple now for a Chelsea-inspired display next summerThe elegant flower spikes are easy to grow from seed if you start them now
