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How to grow figs: expert tips on planting, growing and harvesting
Grow Your Own Discover how to grow figs with our essential guide – and enjoy the ultimate in sweet fruit indulgence for years to come
By Janey Goulding •
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Why is my fiddle leaf fig dropping leaves? A plant expert advises
How tos If you're wondering why is my fiddle leaf fig dropping leaves, there's no need to worry. Your plant has a good chance of recovery if you determine the cause
By Anna Cottrell •
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Monty Don’s expert tips for taking cuttings: the easy way to get new plants
How To Get new plants free of charge with Monty Don’s expert tips for taking cuttings from your favorite plants
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean a pond without draining it: 5 simple steps for a quick refresh
How To Follow our tips on how to clean a pond and you'll be rewarded with sparkling clear water and less algae
By Holly Crossley •
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Can you water plants with coffee? Gardening experts weigh in
Plants Can you water plants with coffee, and if yes, how should you do it? Expert gardeners give their verdicts
By Anna Cottrell •
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When is a pumpkin ripe to pick? An expert gives their tips
Grow Your Own Not sure if your pumpkins are ripe to pick? Use these failsafe methods to tell
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best low maintenance indoor plants: 11 easy-care plants that anyone can grow
Plants No green fingers are needed for the best low maintenance indoor plants. Choose wisely and even a beginner can keep them alive
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Best tropical plants: 24 top picks to give your plot an exotic look
Plants The best tropical plants for your garden will make a splash with bold colors and dramatic foliage
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Guide to edible flowers: top tips on what to grow and how to use them
Plants These edible flowers will add color, flavor and texture to sweet and savory foods
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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September gardening jobs: 16 easy tasks to get your plot in shape
Gardens Our list of September gardening jobs is the ideal checklist for your growing and maintenance tasks
By Ruth Hayes •
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Gardener Scott's top tips for amending garden soil
How tos The master gardener offers advice on creating the optimal soil for your plants
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best companion plants for onions: use these flowers, herbs and vegetables to improve your onion crops
Grow Your Own If you want a bumper onion harvest, add these companion plants to your plot and you'll soon boost your production
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to keep a water feature clean: easy tips for sparkling results
How To Learning how to keep a water feature clean will reward you with a soothing garden display that always looks its best
By Holly Crossley •
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Giant hogweed: how to identify and kill this toxic plant
How To Knowing how to get rid of giant hogweed is important for a safer yard – we've got all the tips you need
By Holly Crossley •
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The secret to knowing when cucumbers are ready to pick
Grow Your Own We asked gardeners for their top tips on knowing when cucumbers are ready to pick
By Millie Hurst •
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How to repair lawn patches with seed: simple steps for healthy grass
How To Our straightforward advice on how to repair lawn patches will help you get your turf back to its former glory
By Holly Crossley •
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Experts reveal an easy method for removing ants in your lawn
Gardens If ants are causing a nuisance in your backyard, try this non-toxic material that won't damage your grass
By Millie Hurst •
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What to plant in September: our top 10 flowers to sow and grow this month
Plants Our top picks for what to plant in September will give you a colorful display over the coming months, from shade-loving cyclamen and vibrant chrysanthemums to stunning spring bulbs
By Ruth Hayes •
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How to grow salvias: a step-by-step guide to growing these summer flowers
Plants Our tips on how to grow salvias will help you bring color to your garden planting scheme all summer long
By Sarah Wilson •
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Worm composting: a practical guide on how to do it and why it's good for your garden
How To Want to get the lowdown on worm composting? Our guide has everything you need to know
By Holly Crossley •
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What is peat-free compost and why should I buy it? Our guide explains all
Gardens Want to get the lowdown on peat-free compost? We've put together everything you need to know, including the benefits and costs
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to grow hellebores: top tips for growing these beautiful winter blooms
Plants Learning how to grow hellebores will reward you with flowers even in the snowy depths of winter
By Teresa Conway •
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Vegetables to plant in September: top 10 crops to sow and grow this month
Grow Your Own Don’t miss out on the best vegetables to plant in September. We gather up the garden essentials to sow and plant now for happy harvests in the months ahead
By Janey Goulding •
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Composting: a step-by-step guide on how to compost at home
How To Composting will help you reduce waste, save money and grow healthy plants in your garden – here's everything you need to know
By Karen Darlow •
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Mulching: a guide on when and how to mulch your garden
How To Mulching is one of the best ways to cut down on maintenance time and give your plants a boost – here's everything you need to know to get started
By Sarah Giles •
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How to prune salvias and when to do it: easy tips for beautiful blooms
How To Our guide has all the advice you need on how to prune salvias so you can keep your flowerbeds looking their best
By Holly Crossley •
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Keeping supermarket herbs alive: experts reveal how to keep your store-bought plants thriving
How to Everything you need to know about buying herbs from the supermarket and keeping them alive
By Anna Cottrell •
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Best plants for fence line: 13 ways to add interest to backyard boundaries
Plants Our edit of the best plants for fence line will transform boring backyard fences into an attractive feature
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Collecting seeds from flowers: how and when to do it, including expert tips from Monty Don
How To Get free plants for your plot by collecting seeds from flowers. This is what you need to know
By Sarah Warwick •
