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Best spring bulbs: 14 choices for beautiful and bold displays
Plants Our selection of the best spring bulbs will cheer up any garden after the cold winter months
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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How to trim ornamental grasses: when and how to prune the different types
How To Find out how to trim ornamental grasses and keep yours looking their best all year round
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to prune apple trees: must-know advice on how and when to do it
How To Learning how to prune apple trees at the right time could mean everything for the health and bounty of your favorite fruit tree
By Sarah Forsyth Published
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Growing rhubarb – everything you need to know
Grow Your Own If you're thinking of growing rhubarb, here's how to get a bumper crop. Rhubarb crumble, anyone?
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to get an orchid to rebloom: top tips for more flowers
How To Discover how to get an orchid to rebloom and enjoy multiple orchid flowers
By Flora Baker Published
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Best drought tolerant trees: 12 dry-weather options to grow
Plants Able to handle heat and low rainfall, these drought tolerant trees will bring low maintenance structure to your backyard
By Camilla Phelps Published
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How to use a rain barrel: expert tips for storing rainwater in your yard
How To Find out how to use a rain barrel correctly and you will get lush and healthy plants as well as conserve water and save money
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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How to make a rain barrel for saving water at home
How To Learn how to make a rain barrel and get started on water saving in your backyard
By Flora Baker Published
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How to grow microgreens indoors for a tiny windowsill vegetable garden
Grow Your Own Learning how to grow microgreens indoors couldn't be easier. And they can be ready for eating just a week after planting!
By Liz Marvin Last updated
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Growing radishes: top tips on how to grow radishes to get a bumper crop
Grow Your Own You won’t believe how easy it is growing radishes. With our advice on how and when to grow them, you will be rewarded with a tasty harvest in just four weeks
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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When to harvest radishes: simple tips for picking this lovely root veg
Grow Your Own Learn when to harvest radishes to be guaranteed the tastiest and crunchiest crop
By Flora Baker Published
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12 trees for fall color: grow these for unbeatable autumn interest
Plants These beautiful trees for fall color will brighten up your backyard with vibrant shades of red, orange and yellow during the crisp days of autumn
By Camilla Phelps Published
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How to save bell pepper seeds for planting at home
Grow Your Own Learn how to save bell pepper seeds and grow your own crops for free
By Flora Baker Published
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Pellet grill vs charcoal grill: which fits your needs best?
Outdoor Living Lining up pellet grill vs charcoal? Discover the differences so you can make the right decision
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Pellet grill vs gas grill: which is best for your yard?
Outdoor Living Weighing up the pros and cons of pellet grill vs gas grill? Here’s what you need to know when you’re selecting
By Sarah Warwick Published
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7 signs you're overwatering indoor plants – and how to rescue them!
Plants Overwatering indoor plants can be just as deadly as under-watering. Here's how to avoid killing your plants with kindness
By Geraldine Sweeney Published
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Best fall flowers and plants: 14 top choices for late color
Plants These fall flowers and plants will bring vibrant color to your beds and borders throughout the autumn months
By Anne Swithinbank Published
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Best plants for winter hanging baskets: 16 picks for stunning seasonal displays
Plants The best plants for winter hanging baskets will guarantee uplifting color and interest throughout the coldest months
By Rob Dwiar Published
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Pruning camellias: top tips for this winter-flowering shrub
Plants Get the lowdown on pruning camellias to keep these plants looking their best
By Holly Crossley Published
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Expert tips for cleaning up leaves like a pro: 3 steps for success
How To Need to tidy your plot this fall? Our advice makes cleaning up leaves easy
By Holly Crossley Published
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Experts reveal how to control the temperature on a charcoal grill
How To Learn how to control the temperature on a charcoal grill by raising and lowering the heat for perfect BBQ cooking
By Teresa Conway Published
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What is a pellet grill and how does it work? Your questions answered
Outdoor Living Asking what is a pellet grill? Discover how it’s different from other grills and get the lowdown on how it works
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Aspidistra care and growing guide: simple tips for these sculptural plants
Plants Aspidistra plants thrive in low light, like a lack of watering and rarely need feeding, so they're a great choice for any houseplant beginners
By Zia Allaway Published
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How to make leaf mould: top tips for turning autumn leaves into a garden asset
How To Learn how to make leaf mould and you can give your flowerbeds a boost for free. Here's everything you need to know
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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What is green manure and how do you use it?
Grow Your Own Get to grips with green manure and make your gardening more eco-friendly by using this natural fertilizing method
By Flora Baker Published
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Best fruit trees: 24 varieties for tasty homegrown crops
Plants The best fruit trees will produce delicious and bountiful fruit, cheaper and tastier than anything you can get in store
By Teresa Conway Published
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How to grow ginger: expert tips for this spicy cooking ingredient
Grow Your Own Learn how to grow ginger to give your culinary creations an extra kick – it's easy with this advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to stop deck paint from peeling: expert tips to stop this common problem
How To Find out how to stop deck paint from peeling and yours will soon be looking as good as new again
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Hollyhock rust: what it is and how to treat it in your garden
Plants Our top tips on hollyhock rust will help protect these cottage-garden favorites
By Holly Crossley Published