Pruning & Planting
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Is pruning the same as cutting back? No, and choosing the wrong option could spell disaster for your plantsThey may seem interchangeable, but they’re not the same…
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Do you really know the difference between pruning and deadheading? How to ensure you're doing the right oneThey both involve cutting, but have very different results
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How to sharpen secateurs - xx tips for easy pruningGet your tools in tip-top shape
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Should you be pruning your orchids? This is how to work out if you need to prune yours or not, according to expertsTo prune or not to prune… that is the question
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6 invasive plants you should avoid planting in your garden, according to gardening expertsSteer clear of these fast-spreading creepers to avoid a botanical invasion
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How to harvest sunflower seeds - you'll need to act soon if you want to grow these sunny blooms for free next yearThe experts explain everything you need to know about harvesting sunflower seeds for planting
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How to prune bamboo for a thriving privacy screen (with a tropical edge)Not sure how to prune bamboo? Let our gardening experts be your guide...
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Companion planting ideas – 8 combinations you need to tryFewer pests and better taste? Yes, please!
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Experts say these are the jobs to do in the garden in June - from planting to pinching outThe start of summer signals long days and heaps of sunlight, making it the perfect time to do a spot of gardening
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Planting ideas for window boxes – 10 ways to make the most of this tiny outdoor spaceFrom creating a herb garden to the best smelling blooms to plant, you'll be spoiled for choice
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A planting mat is the accessory you need for mess-free, easy gardeningIt'll make all the difference
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What to prune in April – your ultimate pruning guide to get your garden ready for springIt's time to start pruning in earnest
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Alan Titchmarsh's clever trick for filling decorative planters with seasonal flowers in secondsThe presenter's stunning urns hide a crafty secret
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Monty Don's hack for checking your soil is ready for planting in March – don't plant anything before you do thisThis is the one thing you need to do
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What is houseplant root pruning? How to keep your plants from outgrowing their pots and your homePlant experts explain what is houseplant root pruning and whether your plants need it asap
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RHS gardening expert reveals the trick to pruning in January to make your plants look better than everThese RHS-approved winter pruning tips will ensure your garden is flourishing come spring and summer
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Monty Don says the trick to a stunning garden is to prune hedges now – what you need to know
Monty explains why pruning hedges in January will make for a more vigorously growing garden come spring – and which hedge varieties are best pruned now
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The Scandi window box is the chic minimalist planting trend to try this winterPrepare to fall hard for the Scandi window box trend
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David Domoney reveals his 'lightbulb technique' for planting bulbs to ensure they will flower every timeThis clever trick will ensure they flower every time
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Companion planting is the clever gardening hack you need to banish pestsHere's your step-by-step guide to companion planting
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Garden Rescue's Lee Burkhill shares his secret planting hack for a truly modern gardenTrying to create a modern garden? Try this easy planting technique from the star of BBC One’s Garden Rescue, Lee Burkhill
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Wildflower garden ideas - clever pollinator planting for every garden and balconyWelcome wildlife into your garden with these beautiful wildflower garden ideas – along with ideas for small gardens and balconies
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16 easy climbing plant ideas to elevate your plantingTake your garden to a higher dimension by filling your walls with foliage and colour
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Jobs to do in the garden in September – maintenance, planting and harvestingWith autumn approaching and summer almost over, there is plenty to do in the garden to get ahead
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Structural planting, clever lighting and built-in furniture transforms an unloved outdoor spaceA professional makeover was required to create this cleverly zoned, easy to maintain outside room
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Garden expert reveals best bulbs to plant now – for colourful blooms come springMore reasons to look ahead to spring 2021
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Waitrose reveals sales of this autumn must-have are soaring in storesGet your garden ready to bloom this autumn
