Plants
Get expert advice on growing and caring for plants with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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Traditional, tawdry bedding plants are out – 7 plants you need to grow instead that have far more soul
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'This isn't a bird problem, it's a design one' – 3 simple, expert methods to stop birds flying into windows, doors, and outdoor mirrors
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How and when to fertilize cucumbers – plus the right type of fertilizer to use for a bounty of fruits this year
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What to plant in June – the veg, salads and flowers to grow this month
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9 garden upgrades landscape designers never regret – thoughtful, stylish changes that will elevate a yard for years to come
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Chelsea Flower Show's South African succulent garden is a masterclass in sculptural planting – the designers reveal how you can easily grow these desert plants at home
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How to design a minimalist garden – 7 beautiful ideas to transform your backyard into a calming retreat
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How to get rid of mosquitoes inside the house naturally – 7 non-toxic essentials to protect your home from the risk of disease
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Best bathroom plants – 9 lush species that thrive in high humidity environments
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Best evergreen climbers – 10 impactful vines to add foliage, flowers and year-round color to your yard
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You can grow sweet potatoes in a container on a deck, patio, or balcony – 7 expert steps for big harvests in small spaces
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How to get rid of chipmunks in your yard – 12 natural and non-toxic ways to repel these rodents
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How to water orchids correctly – plus 2 common watering mistakes to always avoid
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11 spring-flowering plants guaranteed to add joy and uplifting color to your yard
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Spring flowers for pots – 12 blooms to infuse seasonal color in your yard for a dazzling container display
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Lawn experts reveal the best fertilizer for grass in spring – to give your lawn a pristine appearance in time for warmer weather
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Best plants to help with sleep – 9 houseplants experts say will bring calm, freshness and relaxation for a peaceful night's slumber
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15 garden trends that will transform your garden in 2025 – ideas and styles to replicate this year
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5 houseplants you should never place in your bedroom, according to Feng Shui and interior design experts – plus which plants to choose instead
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How to master the art of growing dwarf jade bonsai trees – the low-maintenance houseplant believed to bring good luck
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3 air plant mistakes a plant expert says are likely killing yours – plus tips on how to avoid them
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New NASA technology is making it possible to grow plants using fog – it could bring faster harvests with less waste
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How to grow Stella d'Oro daylily – for easygoing, sunny blooms in borders and pots
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Are snake plants cold-tolerant? Houseplant expert reveals the ideal temperature for growing these desert plants at home
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11 plants to propagate in winter – we show how simple it is to get more of your best-loved shrubs from cuttings
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Invasive hedge plants to avoid – 5 vigorous species to keep our of your yard and what you should grow instead
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Houseplants struggling with low humidity in your home? Grow these 5 plants instead – experts all agree they thrive in drier environments
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8 of the best plants to prune in January for healthy and vigorous shrubs and fruit bushes
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How to grow bidens – to create effortless coverage of joyful color in your borders and planters
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