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How to make a scarecrow: follow our simple guide for a fun garden activity
How To It's fun to learn how to make a scarecrow, especially if you get the kids on board to help out. Try this crafty idea to keep the birds off your precious vegetable patch
By Sarah Wilson •
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Alan Titchmarsh warns gardeners against nuisance garden centre weed
Gardens The presenter reveals how you could be bringing weeds into your garden from the garden centre
By Rebecca Knight •
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The indoor gardening trend that is surging in popularity on Instagram
Plants Last year saw the return of the indoor garden, with the trend set to grow even bigger this year
By Anna Cottrell •
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How much does a garden designer cost? The price of plants, planning, and more
Gardens You're after an outdoor refresh. But how much does a garden designer cost? We've got the lowdown on what to expect and how much to budget
By Holly Crossley •
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British bees are in decline: help them by switching to a bee-safe pesticide
Gardens British bees needs your help, and switching to bee-safe pesticides in your garden is a great start
By Anna Cottrell •
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Winter garden jobs: cold-weather chores that take care of flowerbeds and lawns, patios and decking
Gardens Keep busy and enjoy the fresh air with these winter garden jobs to do, including pruning, sorting and planning
By Holly Crossley •
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Monty Don’s top tips for mulching (now’s a great time to do it)
Gardens January brings a great opportunity to put down mulch. Use Monty Don’s advice to get it right
By Sarah Warwick •
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A doctor reveals why now is the best time to get gardening to improve your health
Gardens From weightloss to stress-busting, the benefits of gardening are endless
By Rebecca Knight •
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How to make bird feeders: feathered friends will love these simple bird food recipes
How To Learn how to make bird feeders and you'll keep garden birds in good health over winter with these tasty treats
By Beth Murton •
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Are garden centres open? Here's what the new lockdown rules say
Gardens Find out if garden centres are allowed to stay open in your area during lockdown
By Anna Cottrell •
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Kick-start 2021 with these 10 essential gardening jobs for January
Gardens A new year means a fresh start for your garden. So get planning, revamping and planting with these gardening jobs for January
By Teresa Conway •
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How to make homemade weed killer: follow our easy methods
How To Learn how to make homemade weed killer for simple options that are gentle on your garden but just as effective at eliminating weeds
By Anna Cottrell •
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Springwatch’s Chris Packham shocks gardeners with his advice on mowing the lawn
Gardens We've got the lowdown on Chris Packham's lawn advice and what it means for your garden
By Rebecca Knight •
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5 simple ways to save money in your garden
Ideas There are several ways to tighten the purse strings when it comes to gardening, so check out our favourite budget garden ideas and see how much you could save
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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5 clever uses for your Christmas tree post-December
Gardens Struggling to think of uses for your Christmas tree in the garden? Here's what to do with it once the decorations have come down
By Rebecca Knight •
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Make your garden secure and keep your Christmas gifts safe from thieves
How To Stop burglars stealing outdoor Christmas presents from the shed or garage with our top tips
By Sarah Warwick •
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Revealed! 2021’s most-wanted buys for outdoor spaces
Outdoor Living What’s going to be on trend for the garden next year, and which were 2020’s biggest hits? Find out here
By Sarah Warwick •
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What to do with woody waste: how to make use of your wood prunings
How To There are many ways you can use woody waste in the garden. From shredding to composting, check out the best ideas to put your wood prunings to good use
By Sarah Wilson •
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The RHS has a brand new garden for 2021 – here's what to expect...
Gardens There are lots of treats in store for visitors to RHS gardens next year, including the first new garden to open in 20 years
By Sarah Wilson •
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Put away your hose, insulate your outside tap and get your garden winter ready
Gardens Avoid costly damage and the potential of contamination by doing these simple tasks now
By Sarah Warwick •
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Why Monty Don says you should photograph your garden in winter
Gardens If you want a better garden next year, grab your phone or your camera and get clicking now, says Monty
By Sarah Warwick •
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Guide to hot composting: how to get the best garden compost in just four weeks
How To Hot composting is all you need to keep your garden thriving. It transforms kitchen leftovers and grass clippings into rich, crumbly brown compost in just 30 days. Here's how to make it
By Sarah Wilson •
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Monty Don welcomes government plans to legislate to end peat use
Gardens Champion of alternatives to peat compost Monty Don is delighted ministers are considering legislation
By Sarah Warwick •
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Cottage gardens: how to plan, design and plant your space
How To Follow our advice on cottage gardens and create a stunning space that's brimming with colour, interest and scent
By Sarah Giles •
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The health of soil is vital to the planet. Here’s how to nurture yours
Gardens Soil is home to more than 25 per cent of earth’s biodiversity. Discover the ways you can put nature first in your own garden for World Soil Day
By Sarah Warwick •
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10 essential gardening jobs for December
Gardens Get outside and tackle these gardening jobs for December, including some special touches for the holiday season
By Teresa Conway •
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Be inspired by Monty Don and grow mistletoe in your garden
Plants A favourite seasonal decoration, mistletoe is good for wildlife, and you can grow it yourself
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to help hedgehogs: follow our expert hedgehog care tips
Gardens Learn how to help hedgehogs by providing the right kind of food and shelter to make your garden as hedgehog friendly as possible
By Sarah Wilson •
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Join in Countryfile's Plant Britain campaign (even Prince Charles wants you to get involved)
Gardens Take part in Countryfile’s ambitious Plant Britain project and help tackle the climate crisis. Here’s how you can take part
By Sarah Warwick •
