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How to grow tomatoes: elevate your summer salads with these tips for tomato growing
Grow Your Own Discover how to grow tomatoes indoors, in a greenhouse, or in the ground and enjoy a bumper crop that tastes delicious
By Laura Crombie •
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How to kill a tree stump: an easy step-by-step guide to using natural and chemical methods
How To Find out how to kill a tree stump with these techniques and make space for the lawn or flowerbed you’d like there instead
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best drought tolerant plants: 10 picks that will thrive in hot, dry weather
Plants Our pick of the best drought tolerant plants are ideal for hot summers and will ensure you can spend less time watering and more time enjoying your garden
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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How to light a BBQ: step-by-step advice for charcoal and gas designs
How to Learn how to light a BBQ with these tips and get your alfresco meals off to a flying start
By Holly Crossley •
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How to get rid of weeds and stop them from spreading: remove these pesky plants from your garden borders
How To Want to know how to get rid of weeds and stop them from spreading? We've got the tips you need, from saltwater methods to vinegar and more
By Holly Crossley •
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How to take cuttings from plants: follow our expert advice
How To Discover how to take cuttings and get more plants for free. Here's everything you need to know for softwood, hardwood, and semi-ripe varieties
By Sarah Giles •
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How to grow acers: follow our tips and add year-round interest to your garden
Plants Discover how to grow acers – also known as Japanese maples – and introduce flamboyant foliage to your patio or border
By Teresa Conway •
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How to grow winter brassicas: expert tips for cabbage, cauliflower, kale, sprouts and sprouting
Grow Your Own Follow our guide on how to grow winter brassicas and these hardy veg are guaranteed to get you through the cooler months
By Janey Goulding •
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Best fruit trees to grow in pots: our top choices for your patio containers
Plants Find out which are the best fruit trees to grow in pots and reap the rewards of pretty blossom in spring and a bumper harvest in summer and autumn
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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How to grow French beans: our complete growing guide
Grow Your Own Add a little ‘ooh la la’ to your summer harvests as we show you how to grow French beans – and how to keep them coming!
By Janey Goulding •
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How to design an outdoor kitchen: layout options, material choices and must-have features
Outdoor Living Follow our expert tips on how to design an outdoor kitchen and you'll be able to cook alfresco in style all year long
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to get rid of aphids: tips to prevent them from ruining your plants
How To Need some advice on how to get rid of aphids? Save your roses, houseplants and trees from destruction with these simple tips
By Holly Crossley •
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How to paint decking: seal and protect your deck from the elements
How To Need to know how to paint decking? Give yours a fresh new look with our step-by-step advice
By Holly Crossley •
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How to grow bamboo: expert tips on adding natural screening to your plot
Plants Find out how to grow bamboo to introduce an exotic ornamental look to your garden. It’s such an easy way to make your garden feel more private too
By Sarah Wilson •
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6 slippery deck solutions: how to stop decking from being slippery
How To Need some slippery deck solutions to make your timber or composite surface more stable? Keep your space safe with our advice
By Holly Crossley •
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Best vegetables to grow in raised beds: 15 easy and rewarding crops for your garden
Grow Your Own Want to know the best vegetables to grow in raised beds? Enjoy fresh and delicious produce with these picks
By Sarah Giles •
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How to keep rabbits out of your garden or yard: protect your plants and lawn with these tips
How To Our advice on how to keep rabbits out of your garden or yard is just what you need to deter these pesky critters
By Holly Crossley •
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How much does a patio cost? We explain the price of materials and laying your patio
How To How much does a patio cost? If you're after a paved update for your plot, then take a look at our tips first – including a breakdown of materials and how to make your money go further
By Holly Crossley •
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How to grow marigolds: add a burst of brilliant color to borders and containers
Plants Find out how to grow marigolds and these pretty daisy-like flowers in neon orange and sunshine yellow will bring summer joy to your plot
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to plant allium bulbs: add eye-catching structure to your borders
Plants Find out how to plant allium bulbs and whatever your garden style they will slot in seamlessly to become stars of the show
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to get rid of ants: repel these insects from your home and garden with these tips
How To Need to know how to get rid of ants? Follow our advice and deter these tiny bugs from your backyard
By Holly Crossley •
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How to get rid of squirrels in the garden: deter these pests from your plot
How To Wondering how to get rid of squirrels in the garden? We've got lots of tips on how to naturally ward these critters off
By Holly Crossley •
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Best pond plants: keep your pond healthy and looking beautiful
Plants The best pond plants will ensure your pond water is clear and free of green algae, plus they will transform a plain water feature into a haven of tranquility
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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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 •
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How to grow petunias: add easy summer color to your garden
Plants Find out how to grow petunias and treat your containers, hanging baskets and borders to vivid bursts of color that will keep coming all summer long
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to prune clematis: follow our expert tips and enjoy more flowers
How To We show you how to prune clematis – from early-flowering varieties to those that flower later in the season
By Ruth Hayes •
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How to get rid of poison ivy: remove this weed for a safer garden
How To Need to know how to get rid of poison ivy? Follow our advice and clear your plot of this dangerous plant
By Holly Crossley •
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How to make a tile plant pot in five easy steps: follow our quick guide
How To Learn how to make a tile plant pot with our easy guide and create a pretty display for your favorite succulents and cacti
By Esme Clemo •
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How to get rid of lawn weeds: revamp your turf without killing the grass
How To Want to know how to get rid of lawn weeds? Rid your grass of dandelions, moss, clover and more with these tips
By Holly Crossley •
