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I’ll be using all of this free water from my home to water my garden during the hosepipe ban – it’s a brilliant way to recycle!

All you need is a bucket or watering can

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Is it better to grow plants directly in the soil or in raised beds? Garden experts share the best option for your garden soil type

There are more than a few things to consider…

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It's not too late to plant bedding plants in July – the 7 varieties garden experts say will flourish if you plant them now

These are the blooms to add colour and interest to your outdoor space this month

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3 unexpected benefits of bindweed – it has a bad rep but experts say this invasive plant might actually be helping your soil

Set down your weeding tools! Bindweed might not be the gardening nemesis you think it is...

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How to water plants in clay soil – experts share the best ways to keep them happy even in summer heat

Clay soil can be tricky to manage, especially when it comes to watering. Here’s what the experts advise…

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Experts share the best ways to secure your garden from thieves and burglary – these are the outdoor security tricks that work

Here's what security and gardening experts recommend

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Is your soil too acidic or too alkaline? Experts share the best way to change your soil's PH to make it more plant-friendly

… and why it’s a good idea to do so, too

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5 plants that bloom twice a year – the varieties garden experts recommend to deliver double the colour and flowers

Choose these plants if you want to enjoy more than one bloom this summer

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7 annual flowers that don't need deadheading – these self-cleaning plants will do the work for you!

Try these low-maintenance favourites

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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

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Boiling water is a cheap and easy way to remove garden weeds, but this is what experts want you to know before trying it at home

Gardening experts reveal the facts about this popular weed-killing method

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6 vegetables you can sow in summer for quick harvests, late-season crops and delicious Christmas veg

Quick wins or slow burners, there's plenty to sow this season

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The best plants for a pergola: 5 thriving climbers chosen by professional gardeners

If you want to decorate a pergola with plants, be sure to heed the following advice to get maximum coverage

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Why isn't my jasmine flowering? Experts reveal what you can do to get this sweet-smelling plant to bloom

Jasmine is one of the most beautiful and fragrant climbers around – but only if it blooms...

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7 of the biggest propagation mistakes you can make – and how to avoid killing your cuttings

Propagation is one of the best ways to fill your garden with plants for free, so long as you avoid these mistakes...

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4 places in a garden you should never use leftover coffee grounds – gardening experts warn that they'll do more harm than good

The spots to swerve using this popular gardening hack

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5 reasons you need a garden fork – it's a staple in any gardener's shed, with so many benefits

We've rounded up all of the ways you can use one

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Do I have a right to privacy in my garden? Here's what you can (and can't) do

Experts explain where you stand legally, and what you can do to protect your garden's privacy

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Gardeners swear by this one trick to double your dahlias for a mass of beautiful blooms this year

Doubling dahlias is one of the best tricks in the book – especially if you want more flowers!

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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...

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I'm calling it: patterned plants are the next big thing in gardens, and David Austin's showstopping new rose is my proof

It’s official: variegated plants are going to be everywhere this summer...

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These are the five places you should never plant roses, according to gardening pros

Avoid these areas if you want beautiful blooms from your roses this summer

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I was always too scared to try the Chelsea Chop, but I've faced my gardening fears and have no regrets

It’s one of those gardening hacks that makes zero sense on paper, but here’s why the Chelsea Chop is well worth trying...

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5 best plants to grow up a pergola for a beautiful, scented awning

Pergolas are a brilliant way to add interest to your garden – especially if you train climbing plants over them

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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?

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