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How to grow crepe myrtle in pots – and transform even the smallest of yards with dazzling flowers this summer

Growing crepe myrtles in pots will inject splashes of brilliant color into your outside space

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Never worry about bare spots in your flower beds ever again – garden experts say these 5 beautiful filler plants will give you instant coverage

These plants will place the finishing touch on your flower beds, just in time for spring and summer

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What to plant with peonies – 6 expert-approved options, plus which ones to avoid

Discover the perfect companion plants for peonies, including a ground cover with lime-green flowers and brilliant, blooming shrubs

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Best plants for a Scandi-style backyard – 7 gorgeous suggestions from landscape designers for a Nordic-inspired look

Embrace naturalistic look with these flowers, trees, and grasses

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Winter plants for wildlife – 5 expert-approved options for a nature-friendly yard

Provide shelter and food for birds, insects, and other creatures with these planting picks

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7 of the best fragrant trees – to add gorgeous, uplifting scent to your garden

It doesn't get much better than walking out into your garden and getting a hit of fragrance from a beautiful tree, especially if it's a recommended variety

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Best Shasta daisies – 10 varieties of these joyful, hardy perennials

The best Shasta daisies will fill your yard with uplifting color and cheerful flowers every year

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8 stunning lavender alternatives that smell incredible, and will look just as beautiful in your garden

These multipurpose plants look and smell just as good as lavender, but offer an interesting alternative to this classic shrub

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Plants that repel fruit flies – 5 herbs to help keep these pests at bay

Try growing these fragrant herbs in a kitchen planter or window box

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Best aster varieties – 10 beautiful options with colorful and striking blooms

The best aster varieties can be relied on to fill borders and pots with long-lasting color

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Intruder proof hedge plants – 10 plants to boost home security

Discover the hedging options that will make your home more secure

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Best Japanese beetle repellent plants – 7 plants to grow to keep these destructive pests away

Protect your fruit, florals and lawn by growing some of these plants for a natural defence against these pests

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Best agaves – 10 varieties guaranteed to bring drama to your yard

These structural desert plants can live up to 100 years before flowering

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Best plants for a sunny patio – 5 sun-loving container plants

Add green interest to your patio with these bright plants that love to bask in sunlight

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Best hibiscus varieties – for large, tropical blooms no matter your climate

Hibiscus are known for being a tropical plant, but some varieties are extremely cold tolerant

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8 of the best scented plants to create a perfumed front porch

Gather together a mood-setting mix of plants for a fragrant entrance to your home

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Best spiraea varieties: 10 superb shrubs for fantastic flowers and foliage

Discover some of the best spiraea varieties to bring seasonal foliage and frothy petals into your yard

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How to propagate crepe myrtle – advice from a professional gardener for successful cuttings this summer

Learning how to propagate crepe myrtle is a cost-effective way to grow your ornamental shrub collection

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Best tick repellent plants – 5 plants that can steer these pests away from your yard

Protect your yard from these dangerous pests by choosing plants that naturally deter them

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Best pet-friendly ground cover plants – 5 non-toxic plants that don't mind being trampled on

Create a beautiful landscape for you and your pets to enjoy with these ground cover plants perfect for curious paws

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Don't be tempted to divide these plants – you might risk losing them from the garden altogether

Some perennials and shrubs are best left alone and prefer not to be disturbed, so propagating by division is not recommended

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Best pink plants for a summer border – 5 beautiful blooms for a spectacular display

Brighten up your outdoor space with these plants that will give your yard an instant summer-feel

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Project for the weekend: How to plant a flowering living wall

Flowering living walls are beautiful additions for your backyard, especially if you're working with limited outdoor space and need to opt for vertical gardening

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'This garden is for the wallflowers' – The Bridgerton Garden captures the romance of the Regency era at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

The Bridgerton Garden, designed by Holly Johnston, is a secluded sanctuary that tells Penelope Fetherington's transformative story

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Best ferns for shade – 8 fascinating fronds to grow

Introduce some stunning shade-loving ferns to your yard with these top picks

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