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Monty Don’s brilliantly simple tip for building raised beds in the garden
Raised beds offer endless possibilities for growing crops and flowers, and they are so easy to include thanks to this advice from the celebrity gardening expert
By Melanie Griffiths •
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How to make a living spring wreath – in four easy steps
This teardrop-shaped DIY spring wreath is crafted with fresh bulbs that you can plant in the garden after they have bloomed
By Andrea Childs •
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Sissinghurst rose pruning trick – this will boost your blooms
Find out why you've been pruning your roses wrong and how to do it like the professionals
By Holly Reaney •
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Monty Don's plant support ideas and tips will ensure showy blooms – and you can even make your own
The TV gardening guru’s simple plant support ideas will keep garden showstoppers high and mighty throughout the flowering season
By Karen Darlow •
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Starting a herb garden – with tips on making it fragrant, from Petersham Nurseries
Create your own aromatic herb garden and enjoy aromatic, ready-to-pick herbs all year round
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Patio cover ideas – to create shelter, shade and privacy in the garden
Our solutions for covering your patio will make an outdoor dining or seating area a pleasure to use during those glorious days of summer
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Carol Klein shares her secret on how to create the perfect box hedge – inspired by a Japanese gardening technique
The celebrated presenter offers her perfect pruning advice just in time for spring
By Megan Slack •
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Front porch design – learn how to create a warm welcome
Boost your home's curb appeal with our front porch design advice
By Andrea Childs •
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This expert hack for harvesting aloe vera gel from your plant is so simple – and won't kill it
Nutritionists swear by this healthy house plant secret for harvesting aloe vera gel. And it's so much fresher when you grow your own
By Andrea Childs •
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Garden gate ideas – to enhance curb appeal and keep your space secure
The simple garden gate is a constant and evocative feature in the garden
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Garden privacy ideas – that don't block the light or encroach on space
With strategically positioned screens and tall airy planting you can sit and soak up the sun without fear of being overlooked by your neighbors
By Jennifer Ebert •
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These are the tile types you can use outdoors – plus those you can't – according to an expert
All the options for gorgeous garden paving
By Sarah Warwick •
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Garden fence ideas – define the edges of your garden and create a boundary
Whether you are installing new ones or updating those already in situ, H&G offers ideas to brighten your boundaries
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Monty Don reveals the 5 plants you should be pruning now
February and March are busy months for gardeners, so get pruning with Monty Don's essential tips. Come summer, your garden will reward you
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Beginner beekeeping has surged during the pandemic – here's how to get into it
Lockdown has not deterred beekeeping enthusiasts, with everyone from celebrities to ordinary gardeners now keeping hives
By Anna Cottrell •
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Shed ideas – create an outdoor oasis with these smart storage solutions
Whether your family needs space for play, hobbies, work or study – or you simply want a summer sitting room – check out these smart structures
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Monty Don's succulent care and planting tips come with a strong warning
Gardening guru Monty Don shares his succulent care and planting advice, and flags the bothersome effects that a certain species hides...
By Ginevra Benedetti •
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Sarah Raven shares her favorite herb for growing in a small garden – and how to look after it
Sarah Raven sings the praises of the 'overlooked' plant that can make for a stunning display in your garden if grown correctly
By Anna Cottrell •
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Roof garden ideas – transform your terrace into a mini horticultural haven
With thoughtful design and tough plants, a dry, exposed roof terrace has become a leafy urban retreat for plants, birds and insects
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Sarah Raven's favorite dahlias, and her tips for looking after them
We can't get enough of dahlias at the moment so we've asked florist and plantswoman Sarah Raven to share her top varieties for this season
By Teresa Conway •
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How to grow dahlias – a step by step guide to growing dahlias from tubers
Learn how to grow dahlias successfully by following advice from the experts on when, where and how to plant them, plus recommended varieties to include in your garden
By Leigh Clapp •
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Monty Don reveals his top birdhouse ideas and expert tips
The celebrity gardener offers foolproof tips for attracting birds to nest this spring with the right birdhouse type, position and more
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Working from sheds is the latest craze to emerge from lockdown in the UK
The perk? Your bed and unlimited coffee are only seconds away from your office
By Megan Slack •
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Monty Don: my favorite UK country walk – and why it reminds me of America
Monty Don shares his favorite country walk with us – and it's not down the paths of his famous Longmeadow garden…
By Thea Babington-Stitt •
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Royal gardens' manager reveals his sustainable gardening secrets
The royal gardener cares for the grounds of Kensington Palace and Hampton Court Palace, both famed for their beautiful grounds
By Megan Slack •
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Garden path ideas – create a beautiful walkway with the right materials, edging and plants
There’s much more to paths than just a structure to get you from A to B. A garden path can enhance your garden or even be a feature in its own right
By Jennifer Ebert •
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Gardening therapy: how planting up your front garden is as good as meditation
It has a positive effect on the environment, too
By Megan Slack •
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The Philadelphia Flower Show embraces its biggest change in 192 years – this is how 2021 looks
The oldest and largest flower show in the US has broken tradition so the event can continue to bloom in the pandemic
By Megan Slack •
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Monty Don shares his secret for getting rid of garden weeds – for good
We'll welcome any advice from this celebrity gardener, especially when it comes to curing our garden of weeds in time for spring
By Megan Slack •
