Alan Titchmarsh says every garden needs this drought-tolerant plant to keep borders vibrant and colourful even through hot, dry spells Even through hot, dry spells Ideal Home · Aug 8
These 5 easy-to-propagate perennials will reward you with years of free flowers – you'll fill your borders without spending a thing You'll fill your borders without spending a thing Ideal Home · Jul 18
Sorry dahlias, but this low-maintenance, drought-tough flower is stealing the show in gardens this summer – the colourful blooms are real crowd-pleasers The colourful blooms are real crowd-pleasers Ideal Home · Jul 11
Monty Don has this beautiful rose growing at Longmeadow – he shares the simple June task he never skips to keep his roses flowering for longer Want roses like Monty Don? Ideal Home · Jun 6
5 genius ways to use orange peel in your garden for natural pest control and healthier plants – these expert-approved tricks are too useful to ignore These expert-approved tricks are too useful to ignore Ideal Home · May 16
The best low-maintenance evergreen shrubs for year-round privacy – these fuss-free picks create no-effort screening These fuss-free picks create no-effort screening Ideal Home · Apr 11
Monty Don says now is the moment to plant sweet peas outside – and shares how to set them up for a summer of tumbling, fragrant blooms Want a garden filled with tumbling, fragrant, sweet peas? In Monty Don we trust Ideal Home · Apr 9
What to do with a peace lily in March – these simple care tips will guarantee glossy leaves and encourage flowering this spring Your plant babies need a little extra TLC this month. Here's what you need to know... Ideal Home · Mar 20
If you have a woody hydrangea, it can be fixed say experts – this is how to revive yours and get an abundance of blooms again this summer Stuck with woody, leggy plants that produce fewer flowers each year? Here's what you need to do about it... Ideal Home · Mar 12
Don't plant your begonia tubers until you read this – avoid these common mistakes if you want lots of big blooms this summer Wondering what went wrong with your tuberous begonias? It's likely you made one of these classic mistakes... Ideal Home · Mar 8
This is the best way to overseed a lawn full of moss in spring – experts share their simple method to bring your grass back to life Mossy lawn getting you down? Here's how to overseed it and get the grassy verge of your dreams... Ideal Home · Mar 6
Can you plant wildflower seeds in November? Here's when it works (and when to wait until spring) There are a lot of mixed messages around the best time to plant wildflower seeds. So, is November too late? Ideal Home · Nov 19, 2025
What to do with peonies in autumn to guarantee they return bigger and better next year – protect them with these easy winter-proofing tips Love your peonies? Then you need to follow these essential autumn care tips… Ideal Home · Oct 29, 2025
Avoid pruning your trees at these critical times or risk harming your garden Pruning is important, sure, but you’ll regret doing it at the wrong time… Ideal Home · Oct 2, 2025
Ideal Home · Sep 11, 2025 This is the one job you'll regret not doing to your garden furniture this autumn and it's super simple to do, say experts Don't neglect your garden furniture this month; you'll regret it come springtime...
Ideal Home · Sep 10, 2025 6 of the most unusual spring bulbs to plant this autumn that will surprise you when they bloom If you want a spring garden that turns everyone’s heads in the best possible way, then plant these bulbs, stat…
Ideal Home · Aug 27, 2025 Can you propagate wisteria? Experts share the easiest method to get more of these beautiful blooms for free Patience is absolutely a virtue when it comes to propagating wisteria...
Ideal Home · Aug 21, 2025 Should you deadhead annuals for more blooms? Experts share which flowers to cut back and which to leave alone Perennials usually steal focus when it comes to deadheading, but don’t forget your annuals…
Ideal Home · Aug 14, 2025 Mulch vs membrane – experts reveal the best way to keep weeds at bay in your garden Weed control is a tricky job, so it’s best to go in with the best tools for the job…
Ideal Home · Jun 19, 2025 7 shade-loving plants to grow under trees for a stunning woodland-inspired garden Maximise the planting in your garden by making the most of the space under your trees
Woman & Home · Jun 1, 2025 How to grow jasmine for a wall of outrageously pretty, perfumed blooms Ideal for covering walls and ugly fences, common jasmine is well worth growing at home
Ideal Home · May 28, 2025 7 types of mulch every gardener should know about – experts reveal how to use them in your garden to control weeds and reduce how often you water your plants There are many benefits to mulching, but it all depends on the type of mulch you use for the job...
Ideal Home · May 21, 2025 Alpine strawberries are the unexpected 'it' plant of the Chelsea Flower Show – here's how to grow the newest cottage garden staple Compact, hardy, and easy? Here's how to grow alpine strawberries
Ideal Home · May 14, 2025 How to use banana peels in your garden to make your plants flourish – 3 methods gardening experts recommend Whoever knew that bananas could be such an appealing garden tool?
Ideal Home · May 8, 2025 Can orchids survive outside in the UK? The hardy and beautiful varieties that will thrive in your garden There are a handful of hardy orchids you can try growing at home in your garden