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Find the perfect plants and trees for your outdoor space with top tips and planting advice
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Your guide to autumn pruning: get it right with our expert tips
Gardens There’s a lot more to autumn pruning than simply chopping back everything in sight. Here’s what plants to prune now and how to do it for the best results
By Graham Rice Last updated
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Best climbing roses: find the perfect rose for your plot, plus top tips on where to plant them
Plants The best climbing roses can make a beautiful spectacle in your garden, whether grown around a doorway, over an obelisk or as a focal point in a border. Take your pick from our favourites
By Pippa Blenkinsop Last updated
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Plant gifts: treat green-fingered friends and family to these top picks
Shopping On the lookout for stylish plant gifts? We've got you covered with this top selection of plants and accessories for every budget
By Beth Murton Last updated
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Best mosquito repellent plants: use these as a natural mosquito repellent
Plants Choose the best mosquito repellent plants for pots and borders so you can enjoy bite-free summer evenings in the garden
By Fiona Cumberpatch Last updated
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Best cottage garden plants: our top flowers for romantic borders
Plants Create romantic summer borders billowing with colour with these cottage garden favourites
By Pippa Blenkinsop Last updated
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Cistus varieties: 11 sunroses to brighten your plot
Plants Our top cistus varieties are perfect for adding summer color to hot, dry and well-drained borders and pots
By Graham Rice Published
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Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2021 trends: the top 12 looks from the show
Gardens Our pick of the top Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2021 trends will have you inspired in no time
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Why is my crepe myrtle not blooming? 5 common reasons and solutions
Plants Crepe myrtle not blooming? Follow these expert tips and get your tree flowering again for a stunning summer display
By Sally Jenner Published
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Experts reveal the mood-boosting plant you need to have in your home and yard
A new study finds that exotic palm trees and plants have the ability to improve our mental health and well-being
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Best alpine plants: 16 types for borders, pots and rockeries
Plants Discover the best alpine plants and introduce dynamic foliage, pretty flowers and stunning ground cover to your garden
By Camilla Phelps Published
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What to plant in July: 12 beautiful flowers to sow and grow this month
Plants Our guide on what to plant in July will help you grow gorgeous blooms this season
By Holly Crossley Published
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The must-have plants for instant impact in your backyard, according to the experts
Plants Bringing in a big specimen plant this month will add the wow factor to your outside space, and here’s how the experts would do it
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Garden experts reveal a simple watering tip for your summer containers
Plants As temperatures hot up, how much water do your containers really need? Experts give their opinions on the perfect container watering recipe
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Experts reveal the vibrant plant that's making a comeback this summer
Plants It’s the shade of the season, helping put the fuchsia plant back in fashion, but modern varieties of this fascinating perennial come in more shades than hot pink
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Why is my morning glory not blooming? 5 problems and solutions to try
Plants Morning glory not blooming? Our advice will help you to remedy this common problem and kick-start your vines into producing beautiful blooms
By Sally Jenner Published
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Clematis varieties: 18 beautiful climbers to add to your backyard
Plants Our favorite clematis varieties will elevate any garden wall or trellis with their fabulous flowers
By Holly Crossley Published
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Watering plants: top tips on what to do, when to do it, and which tools to use
How To This guide on watering plants will help you keep your garden plants (and those in the house) looking their best all year
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Organic garden expert reveals the simple kitchen ingredient you should be using in your plot
Plants Salt can be used in the garden in many practical and mind-boggling ways, from plant care to weed control
By Jayne Dowle Published
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When is the best time to water plants? Expert tips on the perfect time to water your garden
Plants Find out when is the best time to water plants and nurture them through summer heatwaves
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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Best fast-growing climbing plants: 10 vines to cover vertical spaces quickly
Plants Our favorite fast-growing climbing plants will fly up their supports to quickly cover unsightly boundaries, adding privacy and interest with foliage and flowers
By Graham Rice Published
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Jungle plants: 16 options for lush and leafy borders
Plants Add the best jungle plants to your plot for an exciting mix of foliage, flowers and exotic colors in your garden
By Beth Murton Published
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How to protect plants from heat: 7 clever ways to beat the hot weather
How To These methods for how to protect plants from heat will ensure hot weather won't take its toll on garden plants
By Sally Jenner Published
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Invasive plants: 10 non-native plants to watch out for in your garden
Plants Invasive plants often spread quickly and can crowd out native plants, so find out about the worst offenders and how to get rid of them
By Graham Rice Published
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Types of lavender: 15 stunning varieties to grow in your garden
Plants These types of lavender will add charm to cottage gardens, pots and patios, borders and bee-friendly plantings
By Graham Rice Published
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Why are my dahlias not blooming? 6 potential problems and how to fix them
Plants Worried about your dahlias not blooming? Our advice will help you get those show-stopping flowers back
By Holly Crossley Published
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Bee balm care and growing guide: top tips for Monarda
Plants Be successful when growing bee balm by following our expert planting and care advice for this hardy perennial
By Graham Rice Published
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Could this banana peel hack make your roses bloom bigger and better?
Plants Gardening experts debate whether adding banana peel to the soil will help your roses thrive
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Maidenhair fern plant care: learn how to grow this tricky indoor plant
Plants A maidenhair fern is far from being the easiest indoor plant to grow, but here's how you can keep yours looking lush and lovely all year round
By Zia Allaway Published
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Foxglove varieties: 16 stunning options for summer borders
Plants Enchanting and architectural, these foxglove varieties are a wonderful addition to the summer garden
By Teresa Conway Published