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Slugs are no longer being classed as pests by the RHS
Gardens The Royal Horticultural Society says slugs are 'garden visitors' playing an important role in healthy ecosystems and that they're ready for a rebrand
By Millie Hurst Published
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We predict the 'royalcore' garden trend for 2022 – here are 4 ways to get the look
Gardens 2022 will see us inviting a feeling of luxury and splendor into our outdoor spaces
By Millie Hurst Published
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Spotted! The first Japanese knotweed shoots of 2022
Plants The UK’s most invasive plant has emerged in Plymouth – marking the start of its spring growth season
By Megan Slack Published
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This Gozney pizza oven sold out in 8 hours last year – it's finally back in stock
Gardens The 'world's most versatile outdoor oven' is back – but we expect it won't be here for long
By Megan Slack Published
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The DIY bat house trend – and expert tips for attracting bats
Gardens The surprising DIY bat house trend taking over our backyards
By Millie Hurst Published
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New Chelsea Flower Show exhibit to show why we should all be using permeable paving
Gardens The London Fire Brigade will exhibit at RHS Chelsea for the first time this year, demonstrating how planet-friendly gardening can reduce flood risks
By Millie Hurst Published
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These are the hottest looks for outdoor dining spaces, and how to recreate them
Outdoor Living Summer is nearly here, so get set for a season of alfresco dining with the latest trends for styling outdoor tables
By Sophie Warren-Smith Last updated
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Our 5 favourites from Aldi's garden furniture range
Shopping The Aldi garden furniture range for spring/summer 2022 is full of bargains for revamping your outdoor space – but they won't hang around for long
By Millie Hurst Published
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Experts predict our kitchen gardens will undergo this huge change in 2022
Plants This smart garden trend will revolutionize our planting habits long into the future – and experts approve
By Megan Slack Published
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This Chelsea Flower Show garden design proves even the smallest yard can include a pool
Outdoor Living Sanctuary garden 'Out of the Shadows' demonstrates how we're moving away from narrow conceptions of how our gardens should be
By Millie Hurst Published
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The Shed of the Year competition is back and open for entries
Garden Buildings Here's what to expect from this year's competition – plus, take a look at last year's winning entry
By Anna Cottrell Published
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A garden pub is revealed as the most desired outdoor feature for summer 2022
Outdoor Living The garden pub trend is predicted to take over our yards this summer as we extend our living spaces outdoors with fun entertainment zones
By Millie Hurst Published
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This expert tip will stop you from having to weed as regularly
Plants A garden guru has shared the secret to a weed-free season ahead – no chemicals involved
By Megan Slack Published
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This IKEA SKÅDIS pegboard hack is a must-try for houseplant fans
Plants This IKEA staple has been transformed into a stylish living wall – and it's refreshingly easy to recreate
By Megan Slack Published
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The garden feature that could devalue your home, according to new research
Landscaping A large water feature that requires upkeep can put off potential buyers, Samantha Richards warns
By Millie Hurst Published
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The sell-out Aldi inflatable hot tub is back!
Outdoor Living The Aldi inflatable hot tub has made its return for summer 2022, and will revamp your outdoor space for just £399.99
By Millie Hurst Published
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Revealed! The equipment that causes the most common injuries in the garden
Garden Tools From the ladder to the lawn mower, these are officially the most harmful tools you can use
By Megan Slack Published
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This 'humble' plant may be the most exciting trend of the year
Grow Your Own Garden expert Mark Lane predicts a fruity future – and it begins with this (soon to be) fashionable flower
By Megan Slack Published
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Winter barbecuing trend sees 1 in 10 firing up their grill in October
Outdoor Living Winter barbecuing is growing in popularity as we adapt to socializing outside with fire pits, warmer temperatures and a love of the great outdoors
By Millie Hurst Published
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Sarah Raven reveals why you shouldn't be sowing all seeds in a seedling tray
Plants Gardening expert Sarah Raven recommends sowing some seeds in gutters, particularly for seedlings that are fussy to transplant – and it's great if you have heavy clay soil
By Millie Hurst Published
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Monty Don shares egg box tip for growing potatoes
Gardens The gardening guru reveals how placing seed potatoes in old egg cartons will help them to grow quickly once planted in the ground
By Millie Hurst Published
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Chrysanthemums are on the rise – experts love this retro trend
Plants This nostalgic bloom has long divided flower enthusiasts – but they're here to stay
By Megan Slack Published
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Expert reveals tips for recreating Joanna Gaines' propagation wall
Plants The Fixer Upper star and Magnolia co-founder has embraced the propagation wall trend – we ask a plant expert for tips for making your own
By Millie Hurst Published
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Couple billed nearly £500 for creating vegetable patch – here’s how to avoid the same charge
Grow Your Own The pair must pay to keep their greenery in their garden – here's how to avoid it happening to you
By Megan Slack Published
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This furniture trend is rooted in the past – but it will reshape gardens of the future
Gardens Who says antiques are only for interiors? The time has come to bring these pieces beyond your four walls
By Megan Slack Published
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Your Garden Made Perfect designer reveals common garden planning mistake
Gardens Manoj Malde shares a garden planning mistake that's incredibly easy to fall into when deciding on the layout for your space.
By Millie Hurst Published
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Save our birds by building garden ‘love nests', wildlife expert urges
Gardens One in four wild bird species are under threat, and this National Nest Box Week experts are appealing to gardeners to do their bit to stop the rapid decline
By Millie Hurst Published
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Is mowing the lawn the ultimate stress-busting chore? New survey reveals all
landscaping A new survey of lawn owners has revealed how effective mowing the lawn really is for relieving stress
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Gardener reveals clever lateral flow test gardening hack using old tests as seed labels
Gardens A gardener has come up with an ingenious way of reusing lateral flow tests, items that every household has to hand right now
By Millie Hurst Published