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These 7 plants will dramatically improve your soil health – and August is the perfect time to sow them as green manures
Trust me, your future crops will thank you
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If you aspire for tasty homegrown harvests in winter and spring, I recommend planting these 7 easy-to-grow vegetables in August
Featuring many cut-and-come-again crops that reward you with multiple pickings
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6 essential gardening jobs to do this week before August begins – or it might be too late
Head into the garden before the weekend to get these July garden jobs completed before August arrives
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The Farmers' Almanac fall forecast 2025 predicts aggressive thunderstorms and early snow – don't leave it too late to protect your plants
Heavy rain, strong wind, and early frost can all cause havoc for your garden. Here's how to get ahead and avoid damage
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Should I cover my outside faucet in winter? Experts explain how this simple task can save you hundreds of dollars in damages
Frozen faucets cause more issues than not being able to water your plants
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7 drought-tolerant perennials to plant in July – plant once and get low-maintenance blooms year after year
Once established, this selection needs little watering
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July is your last chance to sow these 7 vegetables – do it now for abundant fall harvests
The window is closing for the likes of beets, carrots, beans, and summer radishes
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Fertilize these 7 flowers and vegetables now – feeding in July will give you more flowers and better crops to harvest come fall
Plus, we reveal the best products to use
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7 plants to propagate in July – get new plants and grow your garden for free by taking cuttings this month
There are shrubs, perennials, climbers, and herbs you can take cuttings from in July
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It's not too late to sow perennials and biennials in July to fill your borders with returning blooms – here are my picks for 7 flowers to plant this month
Top picks from an experienced horticulturist, along with essential sowing tips
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7 plants to propagate in June – these popular shrubs, perennials, and herbs are ideal for taking softwood cuttings this month
June is an ideal time to take cuttings and expand your plant collection
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7 fast-growing annual flowers to sow in June that will give you glorious summer displays in borders or containers
These are fast to germinate and quick to bloom, plus we reveal sowing tips from an experienced horticulturist
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7 perennials to plant in May – you can grow them from seed this month to save money and enjoy glorious flowering displays for years to come
Our top picks, plus sowing tips from an experienced horticulturist
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7 plants to prune in June – shrubs and trees to trim this month, with tips from an expert gardener
Keep plants healthy and looking their best with our monthly pruning guide
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How to disguise a garden hose – 4 stylish and clever ways to hide a hose and keep your yard looking its best this summer
Don't let a hose become the focal point of an otherwise harmonious garden
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I have grown crops for restaurants for years, and these are 7 vegetables to plant in containers in June for homegrown harvests in small spaces
Sow these for a wealth of homegrown vegetables in urban gardens – plus expert planting tips
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Gardening mistakes to avoid in June – garden experts reveal how (and how not) to get your yard ready for summer
10 expert tips to help you avoid the most common pitfalls and achieve the summer garden of your dreams
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I’m a professional gardener, and these are 7 undemanding perennial flowers I would plant in June for years of glorious, long-lasting blooms
Make any flower bed dazzle and attract pollinators with these low-maintenance perennials
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Putting a penny in your birdbath is vital during summer – this hack is sure to keep wildlife healthy and happy
Cleaning your bird bath will be easier than ever if you implement this simple hack
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Be alert ahead of May pruning – here's how to spot hummingbird nests in your yard, and keep them safe during breeding season
Keep an eye out for nesting female hummingbirds during spring to avoid causing damage
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As a professional gardener, these are the 5 flowers I'm planting in pots this May for bold, exuberant and non-stop summer color
Jazz up your plot this year, whatever its size, with these vibrant blooms for pots
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Gardeners with Japanese maples urged to use this simple 2-ingredient solution that will stop pests fast if you act now
How to quickly clear honeydew and aphids from your Japanese maples
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Best dwarf sunflowers for pots and small spaces – transform even tiny yards this summer with these bold, colorful blooms
These container-friendly dwarf sunflowers are sure to put on a summer show in your garden, whatever the size
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7 plants to prune in May – these shrubs and perennials will flower abundantly if trimmed this month
It is time to ‘Chelsea Chop’ perennials and give spring-flowerers some TLC
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7 of the best annual flowers to plant in May for bountiful, dazzling blooms to fill borders and pots
Plus expert sowing tips from an experienced horticulturist
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7 of the best vegetables to plant in May, plus expert sowing tips from a professional grower for happy plants and bumper harvests
May is a fantastic time to sow and plant vegetables – here are my top picks for the month
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The greenhouse that is on this professional gardener's wishlist is currently on sale – it will supercharge your summer veg harvest
Greenhouses are a sensible investment for gardeners looking to grow their own tomatoes and chillies this year
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The fastest growing flowers to plant in spring
Sow these seeds now and be greeted with early summer color and repeat blooms in your yard
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How to design a mini meadow in pots – and welcome birds, bees and butterflies to your urban wildlife garden this summer
Experts share advice on species recommendations, soil, and types of containers to use for meadow planting
