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How to care for a bonsai tree – simple tips for growing these beautiful plants
Learn how to care for and nurture a bonsai tree with our expert guide to these diminutive plants
By Flora Baker Published
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Farmers’ Almanac fall weather predictions – 6 ways to prepare your plants for the early cold snap
We share six quick and easily reversible ways to protect your plants from a drop in temperatures this fall
By Rachel Bull Published
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How to care for air plants – expert tips to help them thrive
Essential advice on how to care for and grow air plants without needing any soil, plus tips on keeping these indoor marvels flourishing in optimal conditions
By Zia Allaway Published
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Growing herbs in a greenhouse? These are the 6 most likely to be successful
Growing herbs in a greenhouse in fall can help to extend the harvesting period for many popular plants – discover 6 of the best for fall and winter here
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to make a small backyard look bigger – 10 clever ways to max out your space
These inspirational design ideas show you the best ways to make a small backyard look bigger, combining practicality and good looks
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to dry hydrangeas – our easy guide to preserving flowers at home
Learn how to dry hydrangeas and create beautiful long-lasting arrangements and bouquets for your home with these statement-making dried blooms
By Flora Baker Published
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How to grow cactus from cuttings – 4 steps to follow to get more plants for free
Stem cuttings are a great way to propagate cactuses and expand your collection
By Drew Swainston Published
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Perennial bulbs to plant in fall – 10 to pick to give you blooms from winter into summer
Early-to-mid fall is a great time to add a long list of bulbs to your garden that can give you color year-after-year
By Drew Swainston Published
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Winter-flowering shrubs to plant in fall – 10 bright and beautiful choices for the colder months
Update your winter garden by planting these pretty picks now
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to grow and care for winter heather – brighten your plot with these pretty plants
Discover how to grow winter heather and add these colorful, super hardy shrubs to your flower beds, borders and containers
By Graham Rice Published
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When to cut back gladioli – signs to look for and when to wait
If you know when to cut back gladioli, you'll get more year-after-year from these glorious blooms. Here, experts advise on best practice
By Jill Morgan Published
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Vegetables to grow in a greenhouse in fall – 9 of the best crops to plant undercover
Once the summer crops come to an end, there are hardy vegetables to take their place to provide a harvest in late fall and winter
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to make a small front yard look bigger – 10 stylish ways to help stretch your space
You may be short on yardage but if you're inventive and have an eye for detail you can still make your small front yard look bigger by taking inspiration from our expert tips
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Best fall plants for privacy – 10 pretty picks for screening your outdoor space
From colorful shrubs to lofty, late-blooming perennials, these choices will brighten up your garden while making it feel more private
By Holly Crossley Published
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Why is my rubber plant dropping leaves? House plant experts advise on stopping the drop
Find out why rubber plants shed their leaves and how to prevent it from happening, with tips and advice from houseplant experts
By Jill Morgan Published
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The top 5 terrarium care mistakes you need to avoid, according to houseplant experts
Our expert tips on terrarium care mistakes show just how easy it is to keep your terrarium looking good as long as you avoid these common pitfalls
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to harvest lavender seeds – for growing more of these fragrant shrubs
Although it's not the most popular method for propagation, collecting lavender seeds only takes four simple steps
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to propagate bird of paradise – 3 expert ways
Looking to grow your strelitzia collection? Then learn from the pros and follow these no-fail tips
By Jill Morgan Published
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How and when to harvest dahlia seeds for new beautiful blooms next year
Learn how and when to collect dahlia seeds – and store them correctly to sow in the spring and get new flowers for free
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to get rid of carpenter ants – professionals share advice on how to eliminate them efficiently
These pests may be minute, but they can cause huge problems around the home – here's how to end a carpenter ant infestation for good
By Megan Slack Last updated
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How to propagate ivy in water – for more plants, both indoors and out
Ivy is easy to look after and well-suited for planting up high – and propagating it in water is simple, too
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to propagate schefflera – for more umbrella plants in your home
These popular, tropical houseplants can be easily propagated with cuttings, explains a gardening expert
By Holly Crossley Published
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When to cut back asparagus – pruning tips from an experienced kitchen gardener and asparagus grower
How to have the healthiest and most productive crowns by cutting them back at the right time of year
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to get rid of carpenter bees – the best solution to deter these burrowing pests
If carpenter bees are heading for your garden structures, it's essential to get rid of them so that they don't cause damage. Pest control pros reveal how
By Lucy Searle Last updated
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What to plant in September – the best flowers, shrubs, trees and crops to grow
Make the most of the last days of summer by planting new crops – these cooler yet still delightful days are perfect for busily planting and planning
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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When to prune pear trees – expert advice for timing your winter and summer pruning
Knowing when to prune is as important as knowing how – pruning at the wrong time can damage your tree
By Drew Swainston Published
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Best edible seeds – 10 seeding plants to harvest for nutritional benefits
Expand your culinary horizons with 10 of the best edible seeds which can be harvested easily from cropping and ornamental plants
By Janey Goulding Published
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10 of the best spring bulbs to plant in fall for a glorious display all season long
By planting a mixture of spring bulbs in the fall you can create a stunning show of blooms that will last for months, whether it is in beds, borders, or containers
By Drew Swainston Published
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Fall gardening jobs – 6 seasonal tasks to add to your to-do list
Welcome a new season in your backyard by planting, tidying, and preparing for the colder weather ahead
By Holly Crossley Published