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Flowerbed ideas: 18 stunning ways to create floral displays in your garden
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Best BBQ 2021: our top gas, hybrid and charcoal barbecues for outdoor grilling
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Zen garden ideas: 11 ways to create a Japanese-inspired landscape
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Painting garden furniture: follow our expert tips for a stylish makeover
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How to design an outdoor kitchen: get ready to cook up a storm alfresco
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How to plant allium bulbs: add eye-catching structure to your borders
Buying Guides
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Best security camera: safeguard your home in time for summer
Buying Guide The best outdoor security cameras to monitor your property whether you're home or away, from Ring, Ezviz, Arlo and more
By Caroline Preece •
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Where to buy garden furniture in-stock now: the 2021 edit
Furniture The top garden furniture in-stock for 2021 – where to buy sun loungers, rattan patio furniture, outdoor benches and hanging chairs this year
By Amy Lockwood •
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Where to buy barbecues in stock right now: get the BBQ started with these online options
Outdoor Living Here is where to buy barbecues in stock right now, with some BBQ options from a range of online retailers
By Millie Fender •
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Best hot tubs 2021: relax and unwind with an outdoor spa
Buying Guide The best hot tubs for transforming your garden into an oasis of relaxation; from the top inflatable hot tubs to luxury hard-shell outdoor spas
By Amy Lockwood •
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Best gas BBQ 2021: 9 gas barbecues you can buy right now
Buying Guide Buy the best gas BBQ in 2021 with our top picks from Weber, Char-Broil, Everdure and Kuhn Rikon
By Millie Fender •
Outdoor Living
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Best gazebos 2021: add shade and shelter to the garden
Buying Guide The best gazebos create shade on a sunny day and provide shelter from the rain. Find our top picks for covering hot tubs, outdoor seating, play areas and more
By Amy Lockwood •
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Before and after: DIY fan transforms dead space in garden into compact outdoor kitchen
Outdoor living This patio has received a huge upgrade with this functional and compact outdoor kitchen space
By Millie Hurst •
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Aldi is selling an outdoor tiki bar just in time for summer – we predict a sellout!
Outdoor Living Aldi is about to take summer to the next level with the new Aldi tiki bar - who needs a beer garden when you have your very own bar at home?
By Rebecca Knight •
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Garden party ideas: 25 brilliant ways to entertain outdoors
Ideas On the lookout for garden party ideas? From table settings and mood lighting to ways to keep warm, we've got all the inspiration you need to throw a special event
By Sarah Wilson •
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This fuss-free patio cleaner transformed my garden in hours – and it's on sale
Shopping Searching for a patio cleaner? We've got just the suggestion and it has been tried, tested and loved by the Gardeningetc team
By Annie Collyer •
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How to build an outdoor bar: serve up garden drinks in style with this easy DIY project
How To Follow our guide on how to build an outdoor bar and create a stylish space to entertain guests in the garden
By Beth Murton •
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Patio ideas: 27 designs with decor inspiration for outdoor paved areas
Ideas Spruce up your plot with our patio ideas – from fabulous garden furniture and heaters to chic paving and more
By Ellen Finch •
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Pergola ideas: 16 stunning garden structures that will add style and shade to your space
Ideas These pergola ideas are just what you need to shelter your patio and embrace outdoor living this season
By Ellen Finch •
Ideas
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The virtual Chelsea Flower Show 2021 is just around the corner - here’s when to catch it and what to expect
Gardens The Chelsea Flower Show has been postponed until September, but an online event is here to fill the gap in the gardening calendar until then
By Millie Hurst •
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Trellis ideas for gardens: 15 chic screens to add plants, privacy and color to your plot
Ideas Update your walls with these trellis ideas for gardens – from metal and modern to traditional wooden styles, plus more
By Holly Crossley •
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Landscaping ideas for front of house: 16 ways to spruce up your plot with paving, planting and more
Ideas Need some landscaping ideas for front of house? Transform your space with these stylish looks – they’re smart, hard to resist and will induce some serious style envy
By Jill Morgan •
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Cactus garden ideas: 12 ways to welcome these prickly plants into your plot
Ideas Looking for cactus garden ideas? Whether you want to grow them in pots, or in a dedicated space in your yard, we've got all the inspo you need
By Holly Crossley •
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Flower wall ideas: 14 blooming backdrops for decorating special occasions
Ideas Impress your guests at your next big do with these flower wall ideas – perfect for a wedding or birthday party
By Holly Crossley •
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Sustainable gardens: 10 ideas and tips for an eco-friendly space
Ideas Reduce waste and be kinder to the environment with our tips for sustainable gardens – from furniture and paving choices to planting advice
By Holly Crossley •
Gardens
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Should you use BBQ ash in garden soil? We separate fact from myth
Gardens Does BBQ ash make a good soil fertilizer? Here's what you need to know
By Anna Cottrell •
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The Wildlife Trusts' 30-day wildness challenge is back for 2021 - here's how to take part
Gardens There's still time to get involved in the 30 Days Wild 2021 challenge
By Millie Hurst •
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Channel 5 to launch Kew Gardens series
gardens Brand new TV series will give viewers unprecedented access to Kew Gardens and Kew Wakehurst
By Anna Cottrell •
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Monty Don shares secret weapon for growing herbs in a pot
Gardens This simple tip will help them to grow healthily
By Millie Hurst •
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Wildlife garden ideas: 25 ways to transform your plot into a nature-friendly space
Ideas Welcome creatures great and small with our wildlife garden ideas – from chic bird feeders, pretty ponds, plants for pollinators, and more
By Jill Morgan •
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The Blenheim Palace Flower Show is to go ahead this summer, despite the pandemic
Gardens The Blenheim Palace Flower Show is returning – bigger and better than ever, showcasing more than 300 exhibitors
By Anna Cottrell •
Furniture
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Where to buy garden furniture in-stock now: the 2021 edit
Furniture The top garden furniture in-stock for 2021 – where to buy sun loungers, rattan patio furniture, outdoor benches and hanging chairs this year
By Amy Lockwood •
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Social media is raving about this product that will protect your garden furniture from spills and stains
Furniture It could be your secret weapon for keeping outdoor furniture looking as good as new
By Millie Hurst •
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Best wooden garden furniture 2021: classic patio seating
Buying Guide The best wooden garden furniture; from teak to acacia, benches to patios sets, we've rounded up the best wooden outdoor furniture
By Sarah Warwick •
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This lemon juice rust removal tip will have garden furniture sparkling
How To Cleaning rust off patio furniture is easy with just these two ingredients you probably have at home right now
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best rattan garden furniture 2021: must-have outdoor seating
Buying Guide The best rattan garden furniture this year; from comfortable rattan corner sofas to woven outdoor dining sets and luxurious rattan sun loungers
By Amy Lockwood •
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How to clean outdoor furniture: give your tables, chairs, and garden rugs a spruce
How To Follow our advice on how to clean outdoor furniture to keep your wooden, metal, stone, fabric, and rattan pieces looking their best
By Laura Crombie •
Kids
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6 great trampoline accessories: top buys for your trampoline
Kids From fun accessories to safety must-haves, these trampoline accessories will raise your kids' enjoyment to new heights
By Ginevra Benedetti •
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Garden activities for kids: 31 fun-filled ways to keep children entertained outdoors
Kids Turn up the fun factor in your plot with these garden activities for kids – from great games, awesome play equipment, nature ideas and more
By Sarah Wilson •
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Best trampolines 2021: 9 buys that will have you jumping for joy
Kids Keep the whole family active and entertained with our pick of the best trampolines for every garden and budget
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Garden play area ideas: 10 ways to create fun-filled environments for little ones
Kids Are you looking for garden play area ideas? Take a look at these suggestions – from inspiring climbing equipment to making the most of nature and more
By Holly Crossley •
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Mud kitchen ideas: 20 fun and creative ways to keep little ones busy outside
Kids Get your kids outdoors with these mud kitchen ideas for back-to-basic crafts and tons of messy fun
By Jill Morgan •
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Cheap trampoline deals: grab a top buy and keep the kids entertained
Kids On the hunt for a cheap trampoline to give the kids hours of outdoor fun in lockdown and beyond? There's some fantastic savings to be made on these UK and US buys
By Beth Murton •
