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Spring garden jobs: 20 simple outdoor tasks to get your plot summer-ready
Gardens Get outside and enjoy the warmer weather with our spring garden jobs – from painting and planting to sowing and tidying
By Ruth Hayes •
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How to get rid of carpenter bees: protect your wooden structures from pests with this advice
How To Are you wondering how to get rid of carpenter bees? Take a look at these tips – from insecticide methods to more natural approaches
By Holly Crossley •
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Growing fruit in pots: how to plant and care for container grown fruit
Grow Your Own Discover just how simple it is to start growing fruit in pots with our expert tips
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Container gardening mistakes to avoid, according to garden experts
How To Find out what container gardening mistakes to avoid before you plant up your pots for your patio or deck
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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Japanese knotweed guide: how to remove it and stop it from spreading
How To If your garden has Japanese knotweed, knowing how to remove it and stop it from spreading will be at the forefront of your mind. Find out everything you need to know
By Holly Crossley •
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How to grow sweet corn – a guide to planting corn on the cob
Grow Your Own Cultivate a sunshine harvest of mouth-watering cobs by following our golden rules on how to grow sweet corn
By Lucy Chamberlain •
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Best plants for hanging baskets: 10 picks for stunning displays up high
Plants Make the most of your plot's vertical space with these best plants for hanging baskets – from colorful flowers to cascading foliage
By Holly Crossley •
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Best cutting garden flowers: fill your house with homegrown blooms
Plants Our guide to the best cutting garden flowers will ensure you can fill your house with beautiful cut flowers for less
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Organic gardening: expert guide on how to garden naturally
Gardens Follow our top tips on organic gardening and discover how to create a plot that's kinder to the environment
By Sarah Giles •
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How to remove rust from grills and barbecues: follow this simple guide
How To Learn how to remove rust from grills and barbecues and get yours back to its former glory for outdoor cooking
By Holly Crossley •
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How to grow broad beans: add these low-maintenance crops to your veg plot
Grow Your Own Enjoy months of succulent pickings, as we explain how to grow broad beans that are packed with easy goodness
By Lucy Chamberlain •
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Best plants for beginners: 10 gorgeous varieties that are easy to grow
Plants Want to know the best plants for beginners? Try these brilliant suggestions for flowers and food crops
By Holly Crossley •
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Best plants under trees: 10 lovely varieties that will thrive
Plants On the lookout for the best plants under trees? Give these a try and add tons of texture, color, and scent to your space
By Holly Crossley •
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How to grow a butterfly garden: welcome these pretty pollinators to your space
How To Wondering how to grow a butterfly garden? Take a look at these planting and styling suggestions
By Holly Crossley •
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How to grow delphiniums: add these showstoppers to your plot
Plants These summer stars can be pricey plants, so learn how to grow delphiniums by sowing them from seed. Follow our helpful guide for success
By Teresa Conway •
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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 •
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How to grow your own herbal tea: guide to creating a tea garden
Grow Your Own Learn how to grow your own herbal tea and harness the therapeutic power of plants with our simple guide and easy recipes
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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How to lay porcelain tiles outside: update your plot with this step-by-step guide
How To Want to learn how to lay porcelain tiles outside? Follow these straightforward tips and give your patio or pathways a fresh new look
By Holly Crossley •
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Alternatives to grass: 10 easy no-mow options for your garden
Landscaping Smarten up your plot with these stylish alternatives to grass, guaranteed to save you time and hassle
By Jill Morgan •
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Best flowering trees: 8 beautiful varieties to add color and interest to your garden
Plants Our pick of the best flowering trees will instantly take your garden up a level
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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How to build a pergola: follow our step-by-step guide
How To Want to know how to build a pergola? It’s easy to create a fabulous garden feature with our advice
By Sarah Warwick •
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Eco paving tips: choosing sustainable materials for your outdoor space
Landscaping Do your bit for the planet with our eco paving tips for your garden. The latest styles mix cool good looks with a greener footprint to add the feelgood factor to hard landscaping
By Sarah Wilson •
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Arbours, pergolas and gazebos – what’s the difference?
Garden Buildings Covered arbours, pergolas and gazebos add a striking architectural feature to your garden, as well as privacy and shade. But what's the difference and how do you choose the right one?
By Sarah Wilson •
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Tips for choosing outdoor furniture: 6 things to consider when picking your garden tables and chairs
Furniture Looking for expert tips for choosing outdoor furniture? From factoring in the size of your space to ease of maintenance, we've got all the advice you need
By Holly Crossley •
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Climbing plant support ideas: how to support them as they grow
How To Follow our tips on how to support climbing plants to give your flowers and crops the best chance of flourishing
By Beth Murton •
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Best budget plants: 50 ideas for low-cost gardening
Plants Take your pick from the best budget plants and you'll soon discover that a beautiful and productive garden doesn't need to cost the earth
By Teresa Conway •
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How to grow thyme: this pretty herb adds fragrance and flowers to the garden
Grow Your Own Follow our advice on how to grow thyme successfully and this Mediterranean herb will repay you by becoming one of the go-to plants in your edible garden
By Sarah Wilson •
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Garden table upcycling project with paint and planters
How To Take on this DIY challenge and jazz up old furniture in no time with this garden table upcycling project, using paint and a window box planter
By Stephanie Durrant •
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Best climbing plants: take your garden to the next level with these top choices
Plants Our pick of the best climbing plants will help you to cloak a bare trellis or pergola, disguise an ugly wall or add height to your borders
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
