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 September gardening jobs: 18 easy tasks to get your plot in shapeGardens Our list of September gardening jobs is the ideal checklist for your growing and maintenance tasks By Ruth Hayes Published 
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 Pruning tree peonies: simple tips for these gorgeous bloomsHow To Follow these tips for pruning tree peonies and enjoy a multitude of flowers each year By Flora Baker Published 
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 What to plant in September: our top 14 flowers to sow and grow this monthPlants Our top picks for what to plant in September will give you a colorful display over the coming months, from cyclamen and chrysanthemums to stunning spring bulbs By Ruth Hayes Last updated 
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 Best Mediterranean plants: 16 sun-loving options to tryPlants Drought-tolerant Mediterranean plants make great gap fillers, climbers and architectural specimens to bring exotic glam to your garden By Anne Swithinbank Published 
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 How to prune orchids in 5 simple stepsHow To Our tips for how to prune orchids will encourage your treasured plants to keep blooming for as long as possible By Flora Baker Published 
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 Plants for front yards: 16 top choices to welcome you homePlants These beautiful and easy-care plants for front yards are bound to make a good first impression By Holly Crossley Published 
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 Spiraea care and growing guide: expert tips for successPlants Learn how to grow spiraea and enjoy the bright flowers and attractive foliage of these easy-care shrubs in spring and summer By Graham Rice Published 
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 Apple tree diseases: how to identify and treat 5 common problemsGrow Your Own Get the lowdown on these apple tree diseases to keep yours healthy and enjoy a successful harvest By Holly Crossley Published 
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 Fuchsia gall mites: how to identify and get rid of these pestsPlants If your shrubs have succumbed to fuchsia gall mites, don't panic – we explain how to deal with them effectively By Holly Crossley Published 
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 This expert hack could keep ants off your plants – if all else has failedHow To Baking soda could be the way to stop ants invading your outdoor space, according to one gardening expert By Jayne Dowle Published 
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 This is how to keep your plants watered during a hosepipe ban, according to an expertPlants Hosepipe bans and water shortages mean we’re having to get inventive about the water we use in our gardens By Jayne Dowle Published 
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 Black-eyed Susan care and growing guide: expert tips for rudbeckiaPlants Get the best Black-eyed Susans in your garden and enjoy late summer color with our expert rudbeckia growing tips By Graham Rice Published 
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 Bay tree problems: 5 common issues and solutionsPlants We explain how to avoid these common bay tree problems, from pests to planting errors By Holly Crossley Published 
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 Using ash in the garden: 3 ways to use this budget-friendly material for healthier plantsHow To If you've got a fire pit or woodburner, try using ash in the garden – there are plenty of benefits By Holly Crossley Published 
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 How to harvest sunflower seeds: get it right with our adviceHow To Learn how to harvest sunflower seeds at the right time and store them for planting or eating By Teresa Conway Last updated 
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 Milkweed care and growing guide: expert tips for these butterfly favoritesPlants Introduce these insect-friendly plants to your backyard by learning how to grow milkweed, the nectar-rich darling of North America By Anne Swithinbank Published 
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 This expert tip will help your hanging baskets survive even the hottest dayPlants Here’s the latest care advice for keeping your hanging baskets happy and healthy this summer By Jayne Dowle Published 
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 Fiddle leaf fig propagation: get more plants for free with our advicePlants Follow our easy guide on fiddle leaf fig propagation to increase your indoor plant collection By Zia Allaway Published 
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 Repeat-flowering roses: 15 choices for blooms all summer longPlants Plant these repeat-flowering roses and you can enjoy an abundance of color and fragrance in your garden By Holly Crossley Published 
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 Deadheading dahlias: what to do when your blooms fadePlants Follow our easy guide on deadheading dahlias and keep the flowers coming right through summer and beyond By Sarah Wilson Published 
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 Potentilla varieties: 15 pretty types to take your pick fromPlants Long-flowering potentilla varieties bring a lot to a small garden and you'll soon discover why they're so in demand By Graham Rice Published 
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 Expert offers a simple recycling tip to save water in the garden this summerPlants As the threat of water shortages increases, experts suggest recycling greywater from indoors to keep your plants healthy and hydrated By Jayne Dowle Published 
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 RHS warns of long-term damage to traditional garden favorites following recent heatwavePlants Following recent record-breaking temperatures, experts have issued a warning about the long-term impact on some of our favorite garden plants By Jayne Dowle Published 
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 Gardening expert says putting crocks in pots might 'do more harm than good'Plants Do you always place a careful layer of crocks in the bottom of a pot? You could be doing the wrong thing for your plants, gardening experts suggest By Jayne Dowle Published 
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 Best rabbit-repellent plants: 14 top choices for your yardPlants Keep bunnies at bay with these rabbit-repellent plants and deter them from eating their way through your favorite blooms By Teresa Conway Published 
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 August gardening jobs: 12 easy tasks to complete this monthGardens These August gardening jobs are the best way to keep the garden looking great in late summer By Ruth Hayes Published 
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 Dracaena propagation tips: how to get more dragon plantsHow To Dracaena propagation is the easy way to increase your dragon plant collection and get more houseplants for free By Zia Allaway Published 
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 What to plant in August: 14 flowers to sow or grow this monthPlants Here's what to plant in August for a garden packed with vibrant color, from sunny rudbeckias to delicate sedums By Ruth Hayes Published 
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 Summer clematis care and growing guide: expert advice for these pretty climbing plantsPlants Learn how to grow clematis and boring garden boundaries will soon be a thing of the past By Graham Rice Published 
