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By Garry Coward-Williams •
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How to prune blackcurrant bushes: all you need to know
How To Learn how to prune blackcurrant bushes to keep your plant producing plenty of fruit year after year
By Lucy Chamberlain •
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Best winter flowering shrubs: 11 picks for seasonal blooms
Plants Bring the hardiest and best winter flowering shrubs into your garden and you'll be rewarded with pretty blooms and scent
By Teresa Conway •
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How and when to plant daffodil bulbs: top tips for cheerful spring flowers
Plants Learn how and when to plant daffodil bulbs and you can bring a splash of sunny yellow to the post-winter garden – it's simple with these steps
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Types of plum trees: 12 varieties to grow for a fruitful autumn harvest
Grow Your Own We've rounded up some of the best types of plum trees for a bumper crop of delicious fruit
By Janey Goulding •
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Vegetables to plant in November: 10 crops to sow and grow
Grow Your Own Discover the best vegetables to plant in November and enjoy key kitchen staples as well as unusual new crops
By Janey Goulding •
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How and when to plant tulip bulbs: expert advice on growing these stunning spring flowers
Plants Our top tips on how and when to plant tulip bulbs will help you create an eye-catching display
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Greengages, plums and damsons – what's the difference?
Grow Your Own Want to know what sets greengages, plums and damsons apart from one another? We reveal all when it comes to these delicious stone fruits
By Janey Goulding •
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Planting bulbs for spring: a complete guide for a stunning display
Plants We've got all the advice you need on how and when to start planting bulbs, so you can enjoy beautiful blooms all the way through spring
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to prune a plum tree: easy steps to keep cordon, bush or pyramid forms in top condition
How To Learning how to prune a plum tree properly will keep them looking their best and give your fruit harvest a boost
By Janey Goulding •
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How to make leaf mould: top tips for turning autumn leaves into a garden asset
How To Learn how to make leaf mould and you can give your flowerbeds a boost for free. Here's everything you need to know
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to grow garlic: easy tips for growing this crop in your veg patch
Grow Your Own With our advice on how to grow garlic, you'll never have to buy this staple ingredient again
By Laura Crombie •
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Vegetables to plant in October: 10 easy crops to sow and grow in your plot
Grow Your Own If you want to know the best vegetables to plant in October, feast your eyes on these kitchen garden crops to sow and plant this month
By Janey Goulding •
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This stunning autumnal shrub has been crowned Chelsea Plant of the Year 2021
Plants The Chelsea Plant of the Year 2021 is the Cercis Canadensis 'Eternal Flame'
By Rebecca Knight •
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Best plants for winter hanging baskets: 13 picks for stunning seasonal displays
Plants The best plants for winter hanging baskets will guarantee uplifting color and interest throughout the coldest months
By Rob Dwiar •
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Autumn lawn care tips: how to get yours looking its best this season
How To Need some autumn lawn care advice to revitalize your grass for the months ahead? Our guide has you covered
By Sarah Wilson •
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Best winter plants for pots: 14 bright ideas for cold-weather containers
Plants With the best winter plants for pots you can inject plenty of seasonal color and interest into your garden even when temperatures drop
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Pruning raspberries: when and how to do it, including tips from Monty Don
How To Pruning raspberries is a must-do job whether they’re summer or fall bearing. Here’s what you need to know
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best coastal plants: 21 top choices that will thrive near the ocean
Plants The best coastal plants are known for their color, texture and movement as they shift and ripple in a sea breeze. Here's what to plant in a coastal garden
By Sarah Wilson •
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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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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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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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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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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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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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How to grow sunflowers: top tips on planting and caring for these summer beauties
Plants You won't believe how easy it is to learn how to grow sunflowers – one packet of seeds is all it takes to fill the garden with blooms
By Sarah Wilson •
