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Pink flowers: 16 pretty perennials for giving your garden a rosy glow
Plants We've rounded up our favorite pink flowers for brightening garden borders
By Holly Crossley Published
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Dahlias care and growing guide: top tips for stunning blooms
Plants These tips on how to grow dahlias will help you bring bold and beautiful colors to your summer borders, flower beds and containers
By Teresa Conway Last updated
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Types of alliums: 15 beautiful bulbs for your garden
Plants We've rounded up our top types of alliums for adding statement structure to borders and pots
By Holly Crossley Published
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Pruning pampas grass: how and when to complete this task
How To Find out everything you need to know about pruning pampas grass to keep yours looking tidy
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Why native North American plants are the new way to garden
Plants There’s now a huge interest in growing native species in a bid to protect precious varieties and keep gardening as sustainable as possible
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Pawpaw care and growing guide: expert tips for success
Plants Learn how to grow pawpaw trees for their exotic spring blooms, foliage and unusual, tasty and nutritious fruits
By Camilla Phelps Published
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Honey fungus: what is it and how to tackle it in your garden
Plants We explain everything you need to know about honey fungus to protect your shrubs and trees
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to plant a bulb lasagne: 5 simple steps for layers of spring color
How To Learn how to plant a bulb lasagne like this one and you will be rewarded with months of dazzling displays of spring flowers
By Teresa Conway Published
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Planting bulbs for spring: a complete guide for a stunning display
Plants We've got all the advice you need on when to start planting bulbs and how to do so, so you can enjoy beautiful blooms throughout spring
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How do I water succulents correctly? Experts reveal the best method
How To Knowing how to water succulents is key if you want to keep these popular plants happy and healthy
By Teresa Conway Published
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Experts reveal why you should wash houseplants before bringing them indoors for winter
Plants Giving your houseplants a bath before bringing them indoors from the garden for winter will keep them healthy and happy
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Sedum care and growing guide: how to grow stonecrops
Plants Grow versatile, resilient sedum for easy-going ground cover and vibrant rockery color
By Graham Rice Last updated
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How and when to plant daffodil bulbs plus expert growing tips for the best blooms
Plants Learn how and when to plant daffodil bulbs and you can bring a splash of sunny yellow to the post-winter garden – it's simple with these steps
By Fiona Cumberpatch Published
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What is tulip fire and how do you prevent it?
Plants We explain all you need to know about tulip fire to reduce the risks when planting your spring bulbs
By Holly Crossley Published
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October gardening jobs: 15 tasks to keep your plot in shape this month
Gardens These are the most important October gardening jobs to add to your to-do list for the month ahead
By Ruth Hayes Published
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How to force bulbs indoors: use this clever technique to brighten up winter days indoors
Plants Learn how to force bulbs indoors and you'll get to enjoy beautiful blooms and scent in time for Christmas
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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What to plant in October: 14 plants to sow and grow this month
Plants Our suggestions for what to plant in October will ensure there's plenty of interest in your plot in the months ahead
By Ruth Hayes Published
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Types of daffodils: the best varieties for brilliant spring color
Plants Find out about all the different types of daffodils you can get and try out a new variety for a stunning spring splash
By Graham Rice Published
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Easiest vegetables to grow in pots or garden beds: 10 tasty crops to try
Grow Your Own Our guide to the easiest vegetables to grow will help you enjoy a delicious harvest with minimum effort
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Why gardening expert James Wong says rockwool could be the new compost
Plants The British ethnobotanist says that this mineral-based material typically used for insulation could give plants the best start in life
By Jayne Dowle Published
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How to grow camellias and pack your winter garden with gorgeous blooms
Plants Follow our advice on how to grow camellias and you'll have the ideal addition to your garden in the colder months. Here's what you need to know
By Camilla Phelps Last updated
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Why Monty Don advises waiting to plant daffodil bulbs in the ground
Plants The TV gardener says our drought-ravaged gardens are not yet ready for that cheerful symbol of springtime, the daffodil
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Scientists issue stark warning about the threat to US native trees
Plants Scientists warn that mighty redwoods and pine trees could disappear for ever due to climate change, disease and invasive insects
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Best spring bulbs: 14 choices for beautiful and bold displays
Plants Our selection of the best spring bulbs will cheer up any garden after the cold winter months
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Camellia problems: 5 issues to avoid when growing these stunning shrubs
Plants Our round-up of common camellia problems will help you keep these winter-flowering plants healthy
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to trim ornamental grasses: when and how to prune the different types
How To Find out how to trim ornamental grasses and keep yours looking their best all year round
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Monty Don’s top tips on dividing and moving ornamental grasses
Plants Follow Monty Don's expert tips on dividing and moving ornamental grasses for good growth and more plants for free
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Monty Don's favorite ornamental grasses for fall color – you'll want to try them too
Plants Monty Don's ornamental grass borders are full of fall color and texture. Here's how to make grasses the star of your own autumn show
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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Monty Don's top growing tips for ornamental grasses are a recipe for success
Plants If you want more success with your ornamental grasses, follow these failsafe tips from gardening guru Monty Don
By Anna Cottrell Last updated