Latest articles by Melanie Griffiths
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How to plant bulbs – expert tips for every type of bulb flowerTake the time to learn how to plant bulbs properly, and your garden will be bursting with color in every season
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How to harvest tomato seeds – grow more delicious varietiesLearn how to harvest tomato seeds and you’ll always have a fresh supply of the best crops for your home veg patch
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When to prune lilacs – to maximize floweringDiscover when to prune lilacs to keep these fragrant beauties blooming for months on end
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How to care for a Venus flytrap – to keep it thrivingDiscover how to care for a Venus flytrap – the plant world's most fascinating predator
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Aloe plant care – how to make your aloe vera flourishDiscover the key rules of aloe plant care, to keep your houseplant in optimum health for years to come
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Money tree care – get the best out of this exotic houseplantDiscover the essential steps of money tree care, to keep these tropical beauties thriving
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When to plant zinnia seeds – for a bold and beautiful showFind out when to plant zinnia seeds to fill the backyard with vibrant color in summer and fall
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When to repot orchids – for beautiful bloomsDiscover when to repot orchids to not maximize their flowering potential, and ensure they keep flourishing for years to come
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How to dry flowers – for everlasting bloomsDiscover how to dry flowers to preserve cherished blooms and make a beautiful decorative display in your home
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Easiest vegetables to grow – 10 best crops for beginnersDiscover the easiest vegetables to grow in your garden for a bumper harvest of delicious and healthy home-grown produce
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How to decorate Easter eggs – for a pretty seasonal displayDiscover how to decorate Easter eggs with painting, decoupage and more
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When to lay turf – for a lush, healthy lawnDiscover when to lay turf for the fastest route to a lawn you can be proud of
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How to prune climbing roses – for maximum flowersDiscover how to prune climbing roses – including rambling varieties – for healthy plants and a profusion of the most beautiful blooms
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How to plant dahlia tubers – for a glorious floral displayDiscover how to plant dahlia tubers to fill your pots and borders with fabulous flowers from summer to fall
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Best plants for pots all year round – 10 standout varietiesChoose the best plants for pots all year round to fill your garden with color, texture and interest throughout the seasons
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How to grow cress – indoors or in the gardenFind out how to grow cress, the fastest growing crop that goes from seed to plate in less than a week
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How to take plant cuttings – grow more of your favorite plantsDiscover how to take plant cuttings from shrubs, perennials and trees to propagate more of your best-loved varieties
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How to grow okra – from seed and in potsDiscover how to grow okra, the most versatile superfood that goes from seed to plate in just 60 days
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Bonsai tree types – 12 bonsai trees you can grow at homeDiscover the most stunning bonsai tree types to grow, whether you are a beginner or looking for a challenge
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How to plant a hanging basket – to add color and interest for monthsDiscover how planting in a hanging basket can create a beautiful garden feature that will endure until the end of summer
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Best trees for small gardens – 10 best trees for tiny yardsAdd color and interest with the best trees for a small garden – from standout varieties for pots to evergreen beauties
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Best fruit trees – 10 to grow in your backyardGrow your own backyard orchard with the best fruit trees – from traditional favorites to more unusual varieties
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How to plant cherry treesLearn how to plant cherry trees in your garden for the sweetest home harvest
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How to plant plum treesDiscover how to plant plum trees to ensure a bountiful crop of the most versatile fruit
