weeds
The latest weed maintenance news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
weeds
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Should you get rid of nettles in the garden? They get a bad rap, but experts say their benefits outweigh their reputationEven a small patch could make a difference
By Sophie King
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How to recover your lawn if weeds have taken over – these simple, expert approved tips will rescue your grass for summerYou can still restore your lawn to its former glory
By Kayleigh Dray
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My lawn is dry and compacted, but this weed puller made removing even the most stubborn dandelions a breezeIn half the time, too
By Sophie King
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5 essentials people with weed-free gardens always have handyThese must-haves make weed maintenance so much easier
By Jenny McFarlane
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The best weeding tools for every stubborn garden weed – and why one type does not suit all of these pesky garden invadersGet to the root of the problem by picking the perfect weeding tool for the job
By Lisa Fazzani
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6 clever ways to stop weeds taking over your garden during No Mow MayExperts share what to do to keep them under control whilst supporting wildlife
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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7 natural predators to encourage into your garden to keep pests away from plants and control weedsNo harsh chemicals needed
By Laura Hillier
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Stinky Bob is taking over every corner of my garden – I'm stopping the persistent weed in its tracks with these simple tipsTake that, Stinky Bob!
By Jenny McFarlane
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Ground ivy took hold in my garden over winter – I'm stopping it in its tracks with these simple expert-approved weeding tipsIt's me vs creeping Charlie
By Jenny McFarlane
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How to get rid of horsetail weed - garden experts reveal the best way to tackle this hard to kill weedSolutions that will help to control and reduce it
By Holly Reaney
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5 easy steps to kill ivy roots and stop it coming back, according to garden expertsThe ivy in your garden has outstayed its welcome? This is how to get rid of it for good
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to remove weeds from a patio in 6 easy steps – from hand weeding to natural solutionsRid your patio of unwanted plants with the help of our expert tips
By Katie Sims
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Don't get rid of these weeds in your garden – they have surprising health and wildlife benefitsNot all weeds are bad...
By Rebecca Knight
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How to kill weeds but not grass – the safest ways to avoid damaging your lawnKeep your lawn in tip-top condition
By Sophie King
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Watch out for these 5 weeds that seed early – experts say this is how to deal with them fast before they take over your gardenThese weeds need your attention – and fast – if you want to keep them from spreading like wildfire...
By Kayleigh Dray
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5 best native plants to stop weeds – make caring for your garden easier while adding some beautyKeep weeds at bay without compromising on your planting design
By Holly Reaney
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Can you kill weeds in autumn? Experts reveal that completing this task now could keep your garden weed-free next yearGet a head start to keep next year’s garden weed-free
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to stop weeds growing in block paving – 5 simple solutions for weed-free driveways, patios and pathsChemical-free ways to keep them at bay
By Lauren Bradbury
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Does baking soda kill weeds? Yes, but experts urge you to think twice before using this cupboard essential in your gardenYes...but it’s not the only thing it can kill
By Lauren Bradbury
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The most common garden weeds to look out for and what to do with them if they invade your gardenWhen it comes to weeds, these are the usual suspects to watch out for in your garden
By Kayleigh Dray
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Does chlorine kill weeds? Yes, but gardening experts warn it's not the best option for your garden in the long runNot only is it harmful, but it's also not that effective
By Jullia Joson
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10 of the best ground cover plants to prevent weeds – with growing tips from the expertsGrow these plants to cut down on weeding time
By Sophie King
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Struggling to get rid of patio weeds? We tried Nancy Birtwhistle's viral weed hackIt's completely natural
By Sophie King
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How to keep weeds out of flower beds - the tricks garden experts use to keep them at bayWithout question these are the best tricks to keep weeds out of flower beds you'll ever need to know
By Rachel Homer
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How to kill weeds – permanent solutions to banish these agricultural pestsHere's how to kill weeds so they don't grow back, whether they're growing through gravel, grass, or paving
By Amy Cutmore
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How to get rid of weeds naturally – 6 ways to banish weeds from your garden without resorting to chemicalsThat's right: weeds can be controlled without resorting to weedkillers or chemicals (which is great news for your garden)
By Kayleigh Dray
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Will ground cover plants stop weeds growing in your garden? Yes, and they will make your borders look pretty tooGardening pros explain how and what the best ground cover plants are
By Sara Hesikova


