Latest articles by Anna K. Cottrell
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Experts reveal the secrets to getting a good deal on Black Friday
Shopping If you're shopping for your garden, bear these smart tips in mind
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Why is my poinsettia not turning red? Experts point out the common poinsettia care mistake
Plants Poinsettia not turning red? Plant experts explain the potential reasons
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Why you should keep your orchid in its plastic pot, according to an expert
Plants Planning to plant your orchid in a nice planter? You may want to reconsider, according to experts
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The cacti watering mistake that could be killing your plant
Plants The most common cacti watering mistake people make, according to a plant expert
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A British couple is offering £500 for a plant ‘babysitter'
Plants The unusual job listing includes daily singing to plants as a requirement
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Transplanting Japanese maples – how to make sure your acer survives a move
How tos Whether you're moving a young acer or a mature specimen, here's what you need to know about transplanting Japanese maples
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Gardening expert says the ideal time to plant a hedgerow is right now
Gardens Daisy Payne urges everyone to plant more hedgerows – and now is the best time to do it
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A new garden at the Eden Project is being designed from the point of view of bees
Gardens Pollinator Pathmaker is an innovative living installation that seeks to reimagine gardens with pollinators' needs in mind
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Always check your bonfire for hedgehogs, experts warn
Outdoor Living Don't let your autumnal celebration harm the already endangered species
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Monty Don reveals the crop you should plant now for a quick harvest
Grow Your Own It's not too late for a veggie patch, says the gardening guru, if you choose your crops carefully
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This is the one thing you need to do to stop your garden soil from freezing
Gardens Worried about ground frosts? Preventing your garden soil from freezing is very easy with this tip, even if it sounds like the wrong thing to do
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Houseplant clinic: why is my rubber plant dropping leaves?
Plants Wondering 'why is my rubber plant dropping leaves'? Expert help is at hand
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The most popular room for houseplants, revealed
Plants Keeping all your plants in the living room is so last year
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Bogus gardeners are on the rise this winter – don't be scammed
Gardens Gardening expert warns against the rise of doorstep scammers pretending to be garden maintenance
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The one thing that will make your fall garden party unforgettable, according to a landscaping expert
Outdoor Living Throwing a garden party this fall? A landscape designer gives his top tip for creating an inviting atmosphere for entertaining in your backyard
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Will raspberries survive frost? Here's what gardening experts say
Grow Your Own Wondering 'will raspberries survive frost'? Here's what you need to know
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Can you grow olive trees indoors? Here's what the experts say
Plants Can you grow olive trees indoors? Find out if growing these beautiful Mediterranean trees indoors is realistic
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Wondering what to do with gladioli bulbs when finished flowering? A gardening expert advises
How tos If you want to know what to do with gladioli bulbs when finished flowering, use these helpful tips to make the most of them
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This is the one thing that can kill your plants in winter, expert warns
Plants The one thing you need to watch out for when preparing your indoor plants for the winter season
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The weeds you should remove in fall, according to gardening experts
Plants These are the weeds you should remove in fall – don't wait until springtime to tackle these invasive plants
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The one thing you need to know about winter pruning apple trees, according to an arborist
Grow Your Own A tree expert gives a top tip for winter pruning apple trees correctly
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Here are the garden accessories everyone is buying on Amazon this year
Outdoor Living The bestselling outdoor accessories are popular for good reason – what will you pick for your garden?
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Wayfair opens its first spa – and it has impeccable outdoor decor
Outdoor Living These are the outdoor style lessons we'll take from the brand-new chic retreat in North Devon
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Houseplant clinic: why is my snake plant falling over?
Plants Want to know 'why is my snake plant falling over'? Nurse your sansevieria back to health with this expert advice
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