Flowers
Get expert advice on growing and caring for flowers with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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I'm an expert gardener, and these are the products you need to improve your success with indoor and outdoor plants
Recommendations from experienced gardeners to help your plants prosper
By Drew Swainston Published
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Deer resistant plants – 20 flowers and shrubs that deer hate
Discover an array of beautiful, deer resistant plants to keep your garden safe from local wildlife
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to grow nicotiana – 3 expert tips for showstopping flowering tobacco plants
Professional gardeners share top growing tips for the popular flowering tobacco plant
By Thomas Rutter Published
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5 signs your plants are suffering from heat stress – and expert tips to help revive them again
Extreme summer temperatures can sometimes cause more harm to plants than good. Here's what you need to know about plant heat stress
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Best part-shade annuals – professional gardeners recommend fast-growing flowers and foliage for shady borders
Even in darker yards, annual plants will add color and interest up until the first frost
By Thomas Rutter Published
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7 plants to deadhead in July – for an abundant display of blooms to enjoy
Deadheading is simple, effective, and can benefit lots of plants throughout the summer
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow ground cover roses – expert advice for abundant low-growing flowers
Ground cover roses are an unusual but easy way to add greenery to the yard
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to prune zucchini – why this often overlooked task is essential if you want the biggest yields
Will you be tempted to prune zucchini plants once you discover the potential benefits?
By Drew Swainston Published
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Why isn't my hoya flowering? Pro tips to encourage beautiful blooms
Help your wax plant look its best with this expert advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to grow and care for eryngiums – 3 expert tips for these drought-tolerant, sculptural summer flowers
Sea holly provides starry blooms in bright blue hues for borders and flower beds
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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5 plants you should never deadhead – experts say it's more beneficial to leave these fading flowers alone
There are a few reasons why you might not want to remove spent blooms straight away
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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7 flowers to plant in July – perennials, annuals and biennials to provide year-round blooms
Discover flowers to sow this month that can provide up to a year’s worth of color
By Drew Swainston Published
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What is deadheading? And why it is so important for your plants
Understand the reasons behind deadheading for a summer yard filled with flowers
By Ruth Hayes Published
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Grasshopper repellent plants – 5 natural deterrents to keep these leaf eating critters away from your yard
It's a good idea to get on top of a grasshopper problem if you start to notice holes in your plants
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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8 of the best scented plants to create a perfumed front porch
Gather together a mood-setting mix of plants for a fragrant entrance to your home
By Alison Jones Published
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6 companion planting mistakes to avoid – plus the veg crops you shouldn't pair together
Your homegrown crops can be harmed if they are next to unsuitable companion plants
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to harvest lupine seeds – for sowing new plants next season
The spire-shaped lupine has an abundance of flowers, producing plenty of seeds to reap in the fall
By Alison Jones Published
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Our Feng Shui expert reveals 7 secrets to improve your home – and life – this summer
Our guest expert explains how you can invigorate your home and life with Feng Shui this summer
By Suzanne Roynon Published
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10 of the best plants for an English garden look – even if you live in a hot climate
Discover the dreamiest flowers for classically romantic vibe, plus their drought tolerant lookalikes
By Jill Morgan Published
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I'm a professional gardener, and this growing trick is proven to increase your zinnia flowers
Learning how to pinch out zinnias will help to increase the number of flower stems long into the summer
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Deadheading mistakes – 5 pruning errors to avoid when tidying up your blooming plants
There's an art to removing spent blooms correctly, but follow these expert tips and you'll be rewarded with better results
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Best spiraea varieties: 10 superb shrubs for fantastic flowers and foliage
Discover some of the best spiraea varieties to bring seasonal foliage and frothy petals into your yard
By Graham Rice Published
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How to fertilize bougainvillea – for vibrant flowers
Knowing when and how to fertilize bougainvillea can help your plants thrive
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow and care for gerbera daisies – expert tips for creating a bright display that lasts longer
Loved for their colorful blooms, gerbera daisies are a must for summer flower gardens
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Best shrubs for shade – inspiring options for scent, hedging and seasonal color
Add color, flowers and texture to even the darkest corners of your backyard with these plant suggestions
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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Best lavender companion plants – 8 plants to pair with these fragrant flowers
Choosing the right plants to grow alongside your lavender can be the answer to longer lasting blooms
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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How to make a home smell nice for summer – 6 summery scenting strategies
Welcome in the warmer months with a switch-up in your home fragrance
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to repel June bugs from your yard – expert advice to protect your plants
June bugs are plant-eating beetles and can do significant damage to crops and flowers
By Thomas Rutter Published
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David Beckham uses the 'most beautiful' flowers to zone his garden – experts unpick his stunning and effective method
Off the field, the soccer player is known for his prowess in the garden. This planting method just might be his most brilliant feat yet
By Sophie Edwards Published