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Topiary – 10 ideas and expert advice on clipped evergreens
Topiary can be used as a design feature in many styles of garden, for a smart contemporary look or a contrast to a traditional or more naturalistic style of planting
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How to plant cherry trees
Learn how to plant cherry trees in your garden for the sweetest home harvest
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How to plant plum trees
Discover how to plant plum trees to ensure a bountiful crop of the most versatile fruit
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Birch trees: a guide to popular species
Birch trees are a beautiful addition to the garden, available in a range of colors and textures. Discover the perfect match for your garden
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Keeping chickens – a guide to keeping hens in your backyard
Find out what’s involved in keeping chickens and enjoy a constant supply of freshly laid eggs straight from your garden
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Trees with white bark – 10 varieties to bring contrast and drama
With so many interesting trees with white bark – the only challenge is which one to choose
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How to grow broccoli
Grow broccoli – a real family favorite, in your veggie patch, for healthy greens from the garden
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5 design ideas to inspire from this narrow and small garden
Feature patterned paving and bespoke trellis are among the clever design elements of this narrow and small garden
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Pergola ideas – 16 ways to add shade, privacy and structure to a backyard
The perfect pergola ideas to add shade, privacy and a beautiful feature to a patio or backyard
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Fast-growing flowering trees – 10 beautiful ideas
Add these fast-growing flowering trees to help curate a beautiful landscape in your backyard
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How to plant fruit trees – an expert guide
Discover how to plant fruit trees to create your own backyard orchard and enjoy a delicious harvest for years to come
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How to plant bare root trees
Find out how to plant bare root trees and shrubs in your garden or in pots in winter for the best results
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Victorian garden design – 5 key elements for your backyard
Use features of Victorian garden design to inspire the planting and for your modern home garden
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How to plant daffodil bulbs – when, where and how to plant and grow daffodils
Learn how to grow and plant daffodil bulbs to enjoy beautiful spring displays of these reliable backyard favorites year after year
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Cottage front door ideas – 10 ways to create a warm welcome
From picking a design to choosing the color, these cottage front door ideas will elevate your home's curb appeal
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How to grow clematis
Use our expert guide to find out how to plant and grow clematis successfully
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Backyard farming – a guide to homesteading for beginners
Embrace a more sustainable lifestyle through backyard farming with this guide to homesteading for beginners
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How to force bulbs
Find out about forcing bulbs indoors so that you can have scented floral displays before spring
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How to plant climbing roses
Discover how to plant climbing roses to create that beautiful, bucolic, scent- and color-filled English garden in your own backyard
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Best flowering climbers – 10 top blooms for pergolas, arches and trellis
Flowering climbers will soften your backyard's hard landscaping, dressing it with color and even filling your garden with scent and wildlife
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How to design a sloping garden – 5 key points when planning a sloped site
Designs for a sloping garden offer opportunities to create breathtaking spaces and here experts advise on the main elements to plan
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A winter garden enhanced by decorative metalwork, brickwork and evergreens
This winter garden incorporates hand-crafted ironwork and brickwork to enhance the sculpted evergreen framework
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How to grow forced rhubarb – easy steps to crop pieplant early
Grow forced rhubarb and enjoy the tender stems and delicate flavor of this popular crop early in the season
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How to protect an outside faucet from freezing in winter
A frozen garden faucet is a nuisance, but it can also cause more serious problems for your home. Here's how to protect yours from frost
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Best poinsettias for Christmas – our favorite poinsettia varieties
Discover the best poinsettias for Christmas, to give as gifts or add holiday cheer to your home
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Best evergreen climbers – 10 perennial climbing plants to train
These evergreen climbers will ensure your back yard looks good every season
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What to plant in December – the best flowers, fruit and vegetables to grow this month
If you’re wondering what to plant in December, find out which flowers, crops and more you can grow now
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How to plant apple trees
Use our expert guide to planting apple trees to how to get this gorgeous fruit into your yard
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How to grow wisteria – and the best time to plant this firm favorite
At its glorious peak in late spring and early summer, wisteria is one of the most spellbinding plants you can grow, but patience and (a ton of) pruning is required
