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How to grow kale – from seed to harvesting
Find out how to grow kale from sowing to harvesting. It's one of the original superfoods – tasty and easy to grow, too
By Karen Darlow •
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How to plan a dry garden – ideas for landscaping and plants
Thinking how to plan a dry garden? Choose Mediterranean style planting and gravel for a low-maintenance choice that’s eco-friendly too
By Sarah Wilson •
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How to get rid of slugs – the best ways give these creepy crawlies their marching orders
Though no garden can ever be truly slug-free, there are ways to fight back. Here are our favorites
By Homes & Gardens •
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How to get rid of ants – it’s time to say goodbye to these pesky insects
These aggravating little insects don’t deserve a place in your home. Here’s how to keep them at bay
By Homes & Gardens •
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How to grow foxgloves
Find out how to grow foxgloves – the ultimate cottage garden flower that will bring height and color to your borders
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Vegetable garden ideas – designs and layouts for backyard plots
Embrace the grow your own revolution with these vegetable garden ideas
By Holly Reaney •
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Monty Don warns against cutting the lawn before 21st June – and the reasons are compelling
The trusted gardener is urging us not to cut the grass just yet – and how to get the best results when we do
By Megan Slack •
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How to grow watercress at home
How to grow watercress at home in pots, in water and from cuttings to enjoy the peppery leaves year round
By Rachel Crow •
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8 outdoor rugs H&G's shopping editors don't want you to miss this summer
Shopping for outdoor rugs? Start your spending spree here...
By Jo Bailey •
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The Queen marks the Duke of Edinburgh's 100th birthday by planting a new rose named for him
The Queen recently planted the new bloom in Windsor Castle gardens – and we can purchase the same flower
By Megan Slack •
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Homes & Gardens Flower of the Month: June – Misty Mauve Delphiniums
These indulgent spires are perfect for a graceful display – that subtly celebrates early summer days
By Megan Slack •
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Living wall ideas – creative ways to plant a green wall garden
Springing up over vertical surfaces everywhere, green walls keep buildings cool, improve air quality, reduce noise and are a magnet for wildlife
By Jennifer Ebert •
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5 clever landscaping and planting tricks that restored a 19th-century garden to its former glory
The house rests within a six-acre plot overlooking countryside and is teeming with cottage garden perennials, vegetables and fruit trees all enclosed in a Victorian walled garden
By Nicola Stocken •
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How to grow microgreens – the fastest, tastiest superfood
Salads, herbs and vegetables are better in miniature. Discover how to grow microgreens in a matter of days, and elevate everyday meals to the ranks of high-end restaurants
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Herb planter ideas – smart ways to grow in containers and pots
Herb planter ideas to grow a plentiful supply and create pretty and practical displays inside and out
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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How to create a summer flower display –with dahlias and poppies
Easy step-by-step instructions for a summer flower display with dahlias and poppies
By Andrea Childs •
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Explore this secret garden near the heart of Bath
See how the owners transformed this once neglected and overgrown garden into a relaxing, productive and characterful green oasis in historic Bath
By Sue Bradley •
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Designer reveals the most common patio decorating mistake – and what you should do instead
Patio party season has arrived, but is your space ready? Avoid the most common mistake with advice from the expert
By Megan Slack •
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How to grow dill – from harvest to the table
Find out how to grow flavorsome dill successfully – it's great with fish and potatoes, and has some surprising medicinal qualities too!
By Karen Darlow •
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Monty Don shares his top tips for starting a vegetable patch in June – it's not too late, but you'll need to act fast
Time is ticking, but it hasn’t run out – yet. Here’s everything you need to know before it does
By Megan Slack •
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10 garden room ideas – bring the outdoors in with these inviting schemes
With a little creative thinking the architectural use of modern materials can open up homes to abundant natural light in a strikingly stylish way
By Jennifer Ebert •
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How to grow spinach – in pots, indoors or in raised beds
Follow this step by step guide on how to grow spinach, and have a continuous crop of delicious and nutritious leaves to see you through the year
By Rachel Crow •
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8 stylish outdoor entertaining tips designer Henriette von Stockhausen wants us all to know
Hosting friends for lunch or dinner in the garden is an opportunity to tone down the formality but turn up the creativity – VSP Interiors' creative director explains how to get it right
By Henriette Von Stockhausen •
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Pergola ideas – 10 wonderful ways a pergola will add shade, privacy and style your backyard
An easy choice for inviting privacy and romance to your garden, here’s your guide to the perfect pergola ideas
By Jennifer Ebert •
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How to grow radishes
A colorful addition to the salad bowl, and quick and easy to grow – here’s how to grow radishes
By Karen Darlow •
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Backyard Envy's James DeSantis shares the one plant that elevates every garden – whatever its size
The celebrity garden landscaper 'can't say enough' about this plant, which works in gardens of all sizes and in all climates
By Megan Slack •
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How to design a pergola – and the best plants to choose
We've gone to the experts for their advice on how to design a pergola seating area, complete with perfect planting ideas
By Teresa Conway •
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Small backyard ideas – 10 beautiful designs for tiny gardens
Keen to create an abundant garden out of a small backyard? Consider these points first
By Jennifer Ebert •
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How to grow sweet peas
Find out how to grow sweet peas to bring beautiful fragrance, color and height to your garden
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
