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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...

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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…

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5 low maintenance plants to turn your driveway into a fuss-free green space effortlessly

You don’t have to choose between off-street parking and a beautiful front garden anymore…

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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…

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How to mow your lawn in hot, dry weather without damaging grass, according to experts

You’d best believe that hot, dry weather can (and should) impact your mowing strategy…

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Best plants to propagate in August if you want to fill your garden borders for free

Fancy some free flowers? August is the best month to take cuttings from these plants...

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How and when to collect seeds from hardy annuals this summer so you can grow them for free next year

Everlasting flowers? Make it happen by collecting seeds, stat!

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The best plants to grow in poor soil conditions – ensuring a blooming, beautiful garden

Is your soil not up to scratch? You can still grow some gorgeous plants, so long as you pick the right ones

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'It's not too late to purchase a water butt' – experts reveal why you should install a water butt even after a hosepipe ban

Picture the scene: the hosepipe ban is in place, a heatwave is on the cards, but you don’t have a water butt. What’s next?

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7 popular houseplants to avoid if you have kids or pets – these toxic plants could have disastrous consequences

Keep these plants out of reach of curious pets or toddlers

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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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