Gardens

Gardening and landscape design ideas to help you make the most of your outdoor living space.

Gardening

Jobs to do in the garden in April - 10 essential tasks to help you get ahead

Our comprehensive list of jobs to do in the garden in April covers everything from pest control and fertilising, to planting bare-root-roses.

Gardening

The best low-maintenance border plants to add maximum impact

Create a beautiful border with minimum effort.

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Flowers

5 ways to help daffodils in a vase last longer

Daffodils in a vase can wilt sooner than they should - we've got 5 ways to help their spring cheer last as long as possible.

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Gardening

Why spring may be the best time to repair your lawn

Autumn is the traditional time for lawn repairs, but we suggest that spring may be best to get to grips with your grass.

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Gardening

Adam Frost: 5 plants that deserve a place in the garden

The Gardener's World presenter shares his favourite often overlooked plants which are worthy of space in your borders.

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Gardens

How to treat decking for a longer lasting surface

We take you through the process of how to clean and treat your decking with oil and stain to get it ready for the warmer weather.

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Gardening

Why spring may be the best time to repair your lawn

Autumn is the traditional time for lawn repairs, but we suggest that spring may be best to get to grips with your grass.

Gardening

When should I plant sweet pea seeds?

Why March is your last chance to plant sweet pea seeds for summer colour and fragrance.

Gardening

When and how to prune plum trees

Why spring is the best time to start pruning your plum tree - and 3 pruning mistakes not to make.

Gardening

These are the 10 best trees for small gardens

Our best trees for small gardens offer character and colour.

Gardening

When and how to harvest rhubarb, with tips from Monty Don

There’s a right way to pick rhubarb, and a right time to do it.

Gardening

The lawn watering mistake that could kill your grass for good

You may think you're doing the right thing, but this lawn-watering mistake could be fatal

Cleaning

Worried about mildew? Try our top 5 plants for keeping mould at bay

Make your house cleaner and greener with these moisture-loving plants.

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Keen to grow more conservatory plants? Here are 12 sun-loving options

Regardless of the weather outside, your conservatory can be home to a variety of indoor plants.

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