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Foraging enthusiasts are cooking Japanese knotweed in a bizarre culinary trend
Plants Japanese knotweed is the Godzilla of weeds, feared and loathed by homeowners, but what you probably didn't know is that it's edible
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to grow streptocarpus: add colour with these easy-to-grow Cape Primrose houseplants
Plants Find out how to grow streptocarpus and you’ll be hooked in no time. Also known as Cape Primrose plants, they're super easy to propagate, which means lots of free plants
By Sarah Wilson •
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Revealed: Instagram’s most popular houseplants
Plants Indoor plants are more popular than ever, and these top 5 have been shared in millions of Instagram posts
By Anna Cottrell •
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If you could have only one plant in your garden, what would you choose? Five garden experts reveal their top choices
Plants We asked five gardening experts to choose a single plant that they would always have in their garden. Would their choices make your list of favourites?
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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Best ground cover plants: cover bare soil and save on weeding time with these top picks
Plants Include our pick of the best ground cover plants in your garden and you'll add interest to tricky areas of the garden with dense planting that looks good and is easy to care for
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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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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How to grow sunflowers: add these blooms to your garden for a burst of summer colour
Plants When it comes to how to grow sunflowers you won't believe how easy it is. One packet of seeds is all it takes to fill the garden with stunning blooms
By Sarah Wilson •
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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 to take lavender cuttings: multiply your plants for free
How To You’ll soon learn how to take lavender cuttings with our simple step-by-step guide
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to grow bottlebrush: give your garden an exotic touch with these low-maintenance plants
Plants Learn how to grow bottlebrush and add a dash of vibrant tropical colour to your garden
By Sarah Wilson •
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5 plants and trees to order now and get ready for spring
Plants It may be dark and gloomy out, but now is the perfect time to plan your garden and get ready for some spring planting
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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How to plant a winter container: follow our step-by-step guide for adding seasonal colour
How To We show you how to plant a winter container to give your garden an instant lift in the colder months
By Sarah Wilson •
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5 fruit trees you should (and shouldn’t) prune this month
Plants Winter can be the perfect time of year for pruning dormant fruit trees, but there are some varieties that need to be left until later in the year. Find out which ones to prune now...
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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Best foliage plants for your garden: give your outdoor space year-round appeal
Plants Put foliage plants centre stage for a stylish garden that's packed with interest, whatever the time of year
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Sales of these low cost trees are surging in lockdown
Plants Garden centres are reporting an increase in bare root plants this January
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to take rose cuttings: it's easy with our advice
How To We show you how to take rose cuttings with our simple step-by-step guide. Because you can never have enough roses
By Sarah Wilson •
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What will happen to house plant prices post-Brexit – it's good news
Plants All you need to know about buying house plants now that the UK has left the EU
By Anna Cottrell •
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The tropical garden trend that is making a big impression on Instagram
Ideas The tropical garden trend is set to inspire garden redesigns in 2021, with tropical plants exploding in popularity
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best black plants: introduce dark and dramatic colours to your space
Plants Choosing black plants is a great way to add drama and give your garden a contemporary look. Here's how to do it...
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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Want spring colour? It’s not too late to plant tulips in January, says Monty Don
Plants There’s still time to ensure there’s a fabulous display of tulip blooms in your garden with Monty’s advice
By Sarah Warwick •
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The best edging plants: easy ways to define key areas of your garden
Plants Perfect for every style and size of space, our top edging plants will help you to highlight key features, flowerbeds and garden landscaping with striking results
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
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5 low light houseplants: brighten up your home with these indoor favourites
Plants Looking for houseplants that can survive low light levels in the winter months? Our top picks will thrive, even without the sunshine
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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5 fabulous fruit trees to plant in your garden
Grow Your Own Do you love eating juicy fruit treats on your patio every summer morning? Plant some fruit trees so you can grow your own and make delicious puddings too
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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How to fill your home with houseplants for free
How To Want free houseplants? Here's how to indulge in the houseplant trend without spending a thing
By Rebecca Knight •
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Revealed! The hottest houseplant trend for 2021
Plants Want to be in the know when it comes to the top houseplant trend in 2021? Here's what you should be buying...
By Rebecca Knight •
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How to repot a plant: do this regularly, and your plants will live longer
How To Learn how to repot a plant and enjoy your perennials for many years to come
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to care for succulents: top tips on looking after the trendiest house plants
How To Follow our advice and learn how to care for succulents – it really isn't difficult once you know how...
By Anna Cottrell •
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The one thing you should never do with your poinsettia, according to Monty Don
Plants Received a poinsettia as a gift this year, or treated yourself? Follow Monty Don’s poinsettia care tips to keep it healthy for longer
By Sarah Warwick •
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Guide to edible flowers: top tips on what to grow and how to use them
Plants Grow our favourite edible flowers in the garden and you can add colour, flavour and texture to sweet and savoury foods
By Fiona Cumberpatch •
