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Find the perfect plants and trees for your outdoor space with top tips and planting advice
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Why this traditional flower is making a stylish comeback
Plants Chosen as the bulb of the year by the US National Garden Bureau, the glorious gladioli is back in vogue after years in the wilderness
By Jayne Dowle • Published
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Best summer-flowering shrubs: 16 beautiful varieties to grow
Plants Fall in love with these gorgeous summer-flowering shrubs and enjoy months of scent and color in your plot
By Anne Swithinbank • Published
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Best container plants: 14 top picks for pretty summertime pots
Plants We've rounded up the best container plants for creating a show-stopping display on your patio, deck, or windowsill
By Anne Swithinbank • Published
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How to get rid of poison hemlock: remove this dangerous plant from your yard
How To Notoriously toxic, you'll want to know how to get rid of poison hemlock if you spot it in your yard – our guide explains all
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Types of helenium: 16 vibrant varieties for pots and borders
Plants These types of helenium add razzle-dazzle to cottage gardens and prairie plantings – and also attract wildlife to your garden
By Hazel Sillver • Published
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How to deadhead petunias: neaten up your summer blooms with these tips
Plants Whether you have hanging baskets or patio pots, learning how to deadhead petunias will keep your display looking its best
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Hydrangea varieties: 16 stunning options for flower beds and pots
Plants Our favorite hydrangea varieties are the perfect choice for providing great structure and late-season color
By Hazel Sillver • Published
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Columbine care and growing guide: expert tips on aquilegia
Plants Learning how to grow columbine is essential if you want beautiful, healthy plants which give months of color from late spring
By Graham Rice • Published
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Best edible flowers: 23 types to pep up your cakes, cocktails, and more
Plants Add a splash of color with our round-up of the best edible flowers – they're a simple way to elevate any culinary creation
By Hazel Sillver • Published
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Best fast-growing shrubs: 10 quick ways to add impact to your yard
Plants If you're looking for fast-growing shrubs to quickly fill your yard with color, texture and interest, these vigorous growers will fit the bill
By Graham Rice • Published
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Experts advise removing this plant from your yard if you suffer from hay fever
Plants The humble dandelion is a bright and cheery bee-friendly weed, but it’s one of the worst plants for hay fever sufferers – here's why
By Jayne Dowle • Published
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Hostas care and growing guide: expert tips for these stunning foliage plants
Plants Learn how to grow hostas so you can enjoy these colorful, shade-loving and attractive foliage plants in your garden
By Graham Rice • Published
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Rose black spot: how to identify, prevent, and treat this common plant disease
Plants Our guide has everything you need to know about rose black spot to keep your precious blooms healthy
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Pruning lilacs: get it right with our advice
Plants We've got the lowdown on pruning lilacs so you can make the most of these beautiful flowering shrubs
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How to use edible flowers: top tips for picking, preparing, and cooking with beautiful blooms
How To Our guide on how to use edible flowers will help you add color, flavor, and texture to sweet and savory foods
By Fiona Cumberpatch • Published
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Campanula varieties: 15 top choices for beautiful bell-shaped blooms
Plants These are our favorite campanula varieties for contemporary to cottage-garden schemes and everything in between
By Camilla Phelps • Published
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Lilac care and growing guide: expert tips for these flowering shrubs
Plants Learn how to grow lilac so you can enjoy their stunning spring flowers and fragrance in your borders and pots
By Graham Rice • Published
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Kentia palm care and growing guide: tips for these elegant indoor plants
Plants Our kentia palm care tips will keep these regal indoor plants looking lush and beautiful all year round
By Zia Allaway • Published
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Alliums care and growing guide: expert tips for ornamental onions
Plants Find out how to grow alliums and introduce these eye-catching pompom flowers to your planting scheme
By Graham Rice • Published
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How to deadhead foxgloves: neaten up your flower beds with these tips
Plants Wondering whether you should deadhead foxgloves once their beautiful blooms have come to an end? We explain all
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Types of zinnia: 16 uplifting varieties to grow on your plot
Plants Grow these 16 types of zinnia and bring a vibrant Mexican wave of zingy summer color to your garden
By Graham Rice • Published
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Tomato blight: tips to prevent this common problem
Grow Your Own With our advice, you can protect your crop from tomato blight and enjoy a delicious harvest this summer
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Chinese money plant care and growing guide: expert advice for these leafy indoor plants
Plants Follow our Chinese money plant care advice to keep your indoor foliage looking beautiful all year round
By Zia Allaway • Published
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Bee-friendly wildflowers are this spring's hottest planting trend
Plants Sales of bee-friendly wildflowers are buzzing this season. Experts share advice on how to get the best out of these pollinator-friendly plants
By Jayne Dowle • Published
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Best fast-growing plants: 10 speedy growers for your yard
Plants Add the best fast-growing plants to your plot and enjoy impressive foliage, structure and color in double quick time
By Graham Rice • Published
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Calendula varieties: 16 pot marigolds to plant in your garden
Plants Discover the best calendula varieties to add a burst of sunshine to your planting scheme all summer long
By Hazel Sillver • Published
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Gardenia care and growing guide: how to grow these scented, showy houseplants
Plants With our expert tips on gardenia care, these notoriously tricky plants will thrive in your home
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Fiddle leaf fig care and growing guide: get perfect houseplants with these tips
Plants Keep your fiddle leaf fig plants in peak condition all year round with our essential care advice
By Zia Allaway • Published
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Verbascum varieties: 16 amazing options for bright summer spires
Plants Our favorite verbascum varieties to add vertical accents to borders and provide nectar for bees
By Hazel Sillver • Published