Pruning & Planting
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12 jobs to do in the garden in February that will guarantee a productive 2026Planting, pruning and maintenance tasks
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Pruning plum, cherry and other stone fruit trees in winter carries a huge riskDon't make this mistake!
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I'm a gardening expert and I keep my vegetable garden growing all year round by planting these crops in autumn – they're delicious and easy to grow!As the temperatures drop, I’m not planning on slowing down in the garden!
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This long-handled bulb planter is my secret to planting up all my spring bulbs easily and in record timeQuick, easy to use and with minimal bending over required, there was no aching back to suffer from afterwards
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The rookie bulb planting mistakes I was making - and what I now do instead to achieve brilliant spring bloomsDon’t make these mistakes if you want a bright and beautiful display of spring flowers
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6 of the most unusual spring bulbs to plant this autumn that will surprise you when they bloomIf you want a spring garden that turns everyone’s heads in the best possible way, then plant these bulbs, stat…
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This centuries-old Native American planting trick is ideal for small gardens – and it delivers bumper cropsIt's an age-old tradition for good reason
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Is the 8-8-8 lavender pruning technique the 'foolproof' secret to better blooms?How and when to use this gardening rule
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Garden landscaping ideas – 12 hard landscaping and planting tips to help you transform your spaceLandscaping advice for every garden size
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How to grow borage – planting, watering and harvesting the herb that bees loveIt's delicious in salads, too!
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How to grow gooseberries – everything you need to know about planting, watering and pruning these fruiting favouritesA complete guide to planting and caring for your gooseberry bush
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I’m seeing this colour in every beautiful planting scheme this summer – and Zoe Ball nails the lookThis versatile shade is perfect for any garden
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How to make a wigwam plant support for vertical planting – this simple DIY is a space-saving essential for growing vegetables and climbers in small gardensIt’s the perfect option for smaller gardens
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8 budget-friendly ways to create privacy in a garden – with design tips from garden expertsHere are our favourites
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I was introduced to this clever heart-shaped trowel 2 months ago, and now I'll never garden without it – it's made planting seedlings so easyIt's affordable and stylish
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Lidl is selling a smart tiered planter that will unlock extra planting space in a tiny garden or balconyWhy I've been eyeing this planter up for my tiny garden
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Gardeners could be slapped with a hefty fine for this tree planting mistakePlanning on planting a new tree in your garden? Read this first...
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11 garden trends predicted to rule the gardening world this year, from weather-resilient gardens to heirloom vegetablesGet ready for 2025's biggest garden trends
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When to prune clematis – how to identify the type you have so you know the right (and wrong!) time to cut it backHere's how to tell which pruning group your clematis belongs to
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What is cloud pruning? Here’s how to nail the Japanese gardening trend at homeAlso known as 'Niwaki', here’s what you need to know about cloud pruning…
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When to prune roses - experts reveal the only time you should give these beautiful blooms a trimGardening pros reveal what’s the perfect time and when it’s too late to prune roses
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How to grow garlic – a complete guide to planting this delicious kitchen stapleHere's how to grow garlic in five simple steps
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When to stop planting spring bulbs – this is what skipping the autumn window means for future bloomsWhen is it too late to plant spring bulbs?
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The 5 bulbs to avoid planting in pots, according to gardening experts - or risk being disappointed by your floral displaysDiscover which bulbs to never plant in pots for a beautiful garden display this spring
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The 'lightbulb technique' for planting bulbs that gardening expert David Domoney wants you to try – and why it worksWe can't wait to try this easy bulb-planting technique
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How to save pumpkin seeds for planting and grow next year's Jack-o'-lanterns for freePreparations for next Halloween start now...
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How to prune dogwoods for brightly-coloured stems year after yearDogwoods are one of the best ways to transform your garden. So, how best to prune them?
