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Pellet grill vs gas grill: which is best for your yard?
Outdoor Living Weighing up the pros and cons of pellet grill vs gas grill? Here’s what you need to know when you’re selecting
By Sarah Warwick Published
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7 signs you're overwatering indoor plants – and how to rescue them!
Plants Overwatering indoor plants can be just as deadly as under-watering. Here's how to avoid killing your plants with kindness
By Geraldine Sweeney Published
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12 trees for fall color: grow these for unbeatable autumn interest
Plants These beautiful trees for fall color will brighten up your backyard with vibrant shades of red, orange and yellow during the crisp days of autumn
By Camilla Phelps Published
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Best fall flowers and plants: 14 top choices for late color
Plants These fall flowers and plants will bring vibrant color to your beds and borders throughout the autumn months
By Anne Swithinbank Published
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Best microgreens to grow indoors: 12 easy crops to try
Grow Your Own Kick start your new culinary adventure with the best microgreens to grow for flavor, nutrition and strong visual appeal
By Liz Marvin Published
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Best plants for winter hanging baskets: 16 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 Published
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(already on H&G) Pruning camellias: top tips for this winter-flowering shrub
Plants Get the lowdown on pruning camellias to keep these plants looking their best
By Holly Crossley Published
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Expert tips for cleaning up leaves like a pro: 3 steps for success
How To Need to tidy your plot this fall? Our advice makes cleaning up leaves easy
By Holly Crossley Published
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Experts reveal how to control the temperature on a charcoal grill
How To Learn how to control the temperature on a charcoal grill by raising and lowering the heat for perfect BBQ cooking
By Teresa Conway Published
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What is a pellet grill and how does it work? Your questions answered
Outdoor Living Asking what is a pellet grill? Discover how it’s different from other grills and get the lowdown on how it works
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Aspidistra care and growing guide: simple tips for these sculptural plants
Plants Aspidistra plants thrive in low light, like a lack of watering and rarely need feeding, so they're a great choice for any houseplant beginners
By Zia Allaway Published
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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 Last updated
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What is green manure and how do you use it?
Grow Your Own Get to grips with green manure and make your gardening more eco-friendly by using this natural fertilizing method
By Flora Baker Published
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Best fruit trees: 24 varieties for tasty homegrown crops
Plants The best fruit trees will produce delicious and bountiful fruit, cheaper and tastier than anything you can get in store
By Teresa Conway Published
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How to grow ginger: expert tips for this spicy cooking ingredient
Grow Your Own Learn how to grow ginger to give your culinary creations an extra kick – it's easy with this advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to stop deck paint from peeling: expert tips to stop this common problem
How To Find out how to stop deck paint from peeling and yours will soon be looking as good as new again
By Sarah Wilson Published
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(already on H&G) Hollyhock rust: what it is and how to treat it in your garden
Plants Our top tips on hollyhock rust will help protect these cottage-garden favorites
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to plan garden borders in 8 easy steps
How To Want to add some new garden borders to your plot? Follow our expert tips for the best results
By Sarah Giles Published
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How to replace a sprinkler head: a step-by-step guide
How To Get the lowdown on how to replace a sprinkler head and keep the lawn and planting thriving
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Chinese money plant propagation: tips on how to multiply your plants
How To Learn Chinese money plant propagation by taking cuttings or removing pups from the mother plant
By Zia Allaway Published
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How to grow turnips: expert planting, growing and care tips
Grow Your Own Find out how to grow turnips and enjoy your own sweet and spicy taproots and tender greens throughout the year
By Janey Goulding Published
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Coleus propagation: how to get more of these easy-to-grow colorful plants
How To Follow this simple method for coleus propagation to multiply your plant collection and get more of these beauties for free
By Sarah Wilson Published
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(already on H&G) Pruning a Japanese maple: get it right with this expert advice
Plants Learn these top tips for pruning a Japanese maple so you can help these beautiful trees flourish
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Dry gardens: how to design and create a drought-tolerant backyard
How To Dry gardens can be an oasis with shady trees, low-water plants and heat-tolerant flowers for pops of seasonal color. Our experts show you how...
By Zia Allaway Published
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Dividing perennials: when and how to do it for healthy new plants
How To With our tips on dividing perennials, you can fill your garden with more plants for free
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to use neem oil on plants to get rid of pests naturally
How To Learn how to use neem oil on plants for a natural and effective pesticide, which won't cause harm to humans, birds and other animals
By Sally Jenner Published
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Watering tomato plants the right way is the key to successful crops
Grow Your Own Get healthy and delicious crops by watering tomato plants in the best way possible
By Sally Jenner Published
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How to put out a fire pit safely, according to the experts
How To Learn how to put out a fire pit properly at the end of the evening so you can keep everyone safe and prevent accidental fires from spreading
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Deadheading rhododendrons: expert tips to keep your plant looking good
How To Get more flowers with our easy step-by-step guide on deadheading rhododendrons
By Sarah Wilson Published