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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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Best trees for small gardens: 11 top picks for less-than-large plots
Plants The best trees for small gardens will add structure and interest all year round without overwhelming the space
By Fiona Cumberpatch • Published
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How to grow beetroot: practical tips for growing this tasty root vegetable
Grow Your Own Want to know how to grow beetroot in your garden? Our simple step-by-step guide has all the advice you need
By Laura Crombie • Published
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August gardening jobs: a checklist for growing and maintenance
Gardens These August gardening jobs are the best way to keep the garden looking great in late summer
By Ruth Hayes • Published
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What to plant in August: 10 flowers to sow or grow this month
Plants Here's what to plant in August for a garden packed with late-summer color, from sunny rudbeckias to delicate sedums
By Ruth Hayes • Published
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Vegetables to plant in August: top 10 crops to sow and grow for months of easy harvests
Grow Your Own If you want to know the best vegetables to plant in August, look no further! We gather up the kitchen classics to sow and plant now to keep you well stocked in tasty crops
By Janey Goulding • Published
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Vegetables to plant in July: 10 tasty varieties for summer sowing and growing
Grow Your Own Looking for the best vegetables to plant in July? We share our top tips on what to sow now for delicious crops
By Holly Crossley • Published
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What to plant in July: 10 beautiful flowers to sow and grow this month
Plants Our guide on what to plant in July will help you grow gorgeous blooms this season
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Watering plants while away on vacation: how to keep the garden watered
Plants Worried about watering plants while away on vacation? Our guide will prevent garden plants and houseplants from drying out while you're away from home
By Ruth Hayes • Published
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How to design a potager garden for vegetables and flowers
How to Our expert tips on how to design a potager garden will help you create a plot that’s filled with blooms, attractive edibles, is great for pollinators and easy to maintain
By Janey Goulding • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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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 • Published
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How to grow roses: expert advice on caring for these beautiful blooms
Plants Learn how to grow roses with our top tips and you can tumble them from an arch, frame a doorway or display them in a patio pot for stunning summer displays
By Fiona Cumberpatch • Published
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How to clean decking: follow our step-by-step advice to get your space looking spick and span
How To Discover how to clean decking with our simple guide – we've got all the tips you need to get yours looking its best for summer
By Alison Jones • Published
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How to prune roses: keep your rose plants in tip-top condition for the most beautiful blooms
How To Our tips on how to prune roses will let you enjoy healthier plants year after year – from patio and shrub varieties to rambling kinds and more
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How to make a bug hotel: it's easy to achieve in four easy steps
How To Encourage bees and insects into your garden by learning how to make a bug hotel – it's the perfect DIY project to try
By Beth Murton • Published
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How to grow lilies: enjoy sensational summer scent with these stunning flowers
Plants Easier than you might think, learn how to grow lilies and you can plant these up for glorious displays in summer
By Teresa Conway • Published
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How to make a living wall: create vertical planting to maximise your space
How To Once you've discovered how to make a living wall, you'll add a whole new layer of interest to a garden. Here's how to create one
By Ellen Finch • Published
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How to move a tree: top tips for replanting trees and shrubs
How To If you want to find out how to move a tree or shrub read on for our easy guide to moving and replanting them
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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How to grow raspberries: they're easy to grow in any garden
Grow Your Own Want to know how to grow raspberries and enjoy delicious homegrown fruits every year? Here's how to do it
By Laura Crombie • Published
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How to grow clematis: pretty climbing flowers for your fences and walls
Plants Learn how to grow clematis and boring garden boundaries will soon be a thing of the past
By Teresa Conway • Published
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How to grow agapanthus: add colour and structure with these picture perfect pompoms
Plants Here’s the lowdown on how to grow agapanthus in your garden this summer. These pompom blooms will add colour and structure in one stylish bundle
By Sarah Wilson • Published