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Black-eyed Susan care and growing guide: expert tips for rudbeckia
Plants 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 solutions
Plants 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 plants
How 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 advice
How 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 favorites
Plants 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 day
Plants 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 advice
Plants 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 long
Plants 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 fade
Plants 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 from
Plants 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 summer
Plants 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 heatwave
Plants 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 yard
Plants 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 month
Gardens 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 plants
How 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 month
Plants 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 plants
Plants Learn how to grow clematis and boring garden boundaries will soon be a thing of the past
By Graham Rice Published
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Pruning delphiniums: simple tips to keep your flowers blooming
How To Keep on pruning delphiniums over summer and you will reap the benefits with constant flowers to brighten up your plot
By Flora Baker Published
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Pruning olive trees: expert tips for keeping them in top condition
Plants We explain all there is to know about pruning olive trees – whether growing them in a pot or in the ground
By Holly Crossley Published
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Should I deadhead hydrangeas? We explain what to do when the blooms fade
Plants Our guide reveals all there is to know about deadheading hydrangeas so you can keep your shrubs looking beautiful for longer
By Holly Crossley Published
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Watering plants while away on vacation: 8 ways to keep them healthy
Plants Worried about watering plants while away on vacation? Our guide has everything you need to know to keep them in top condition
By Ruth Hayes Published
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Pruning lavender: 3 simple steps to get yours looking its best
How To Pruning lavender is surprisingly simple, yet will reward you with healthier-looking plants for longer
By Holly Crossley Published
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Garden expert reveals a secret for improving the health of your hydrangeas
Plants Forget fancy foliar feeds, the simplest way to improve the health of your hydrangeas this summer is the humble earthworm, says a gardening expert
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Butterfly bush care and growing guide: expert tips on growing buddleja
Plants Grow a butterfly bush for a stunning summertime display that is easy to maintain, wildlife-friendly and pretty as a picture
By Graham Rice Published
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Best evergreen shrubs: 10 choices for year-round interest
Plants Add the best evergreen shrubs to your yard and you can benefit from their flowers, foliage, color and structure all year long
By Graham Rice Published
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Best perennial plants for pots: 16 beautiful varieties for stunning container displays
Plants Choose the right perennial plants for pots and you can enjoy eye-catching combinations of color, texture and scent throughout summer and beyond
By Camilla Phelps Published
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Best bee friendly plants: 12 beautiful ideas to try in your garden
Buying Guide Discover the best bee friendly plants to attract bees and other pollinators to your garden. Just a few thoughtful choices will create a wildlife haven full of colour and interest
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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I'm buying houseplant lovers these Christmas gifts in the Black Friday sales. They're all under £25!
Shopping Houseplant parents will love these gifts and you'll love the savings you make in the Black Friday sales
By Teresa Conway Last updated