Seasonal Gardening
Get seasonal gardening advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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What to plant in March – 9 of the best flowers, fruits and vegetables to sow in early spring to kickstart your 2025 growing season
With the arrival of spring, you will be spoilt for choice when deciding what to plant in March
By Thomas Rutter Published
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What not to prune in spring – avoid damaging these 10 plants by trimming too early, and when you should prune instead
Pruning at the wrong time of the year can harm your plants and reduce flowering
By Thomas Rutter Published
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When should I start mowing my lawn in spring? Garden experts reveal secrets to getting the timing right
Cutting your grass too early or too late could impact its health and appearance this season
By Jill Morgan Last updated
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When is it too late to cut hedges to protect nesting birds? Expert advice on legal regulations and keeping songbirds safe in your yard
Hedge-cutting at the right time is important to safeguard breeding birds
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Spring flowers for pots – 12 blooms to infuse seasonal color in your yard for a dazzling container display
Bring your spring pots to life with these colorful planting choices
By Camilla Phelps Last updated
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Best plants for early spring pollinators – 5 nectar-rich species to support bees and butterflies, plus expert advice on how to grow them
Adding one or more of the best plants for early spring pollinators is a must for any budding wildlife gardeners
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Spring planter ideas to transform your yard – 7 colorful and impactful ways to kickstart the growing season
These colorful spring planter ideas are an easy way to elevate any outside space
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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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
Give your lawn some TLC in spring and discover how to pick the best feeds to use
By Drew Swainston Last updated
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There's still time to prune deciduous trees this month – expert trimming advice for 9 of the most popular backyard trees
These trees will benefit from pruning in February with our handy guide
By Drew Swainston Published
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What to plant in February – a horticulturist picks 11 of the best to add impact, structure and texture to a garden
If you’re wondering what to plant in February, here's our round-up of shrubs, trees, perennials and more that you can grow now
By Drew Swainston Published
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I grew crops for a Michelin-starred restaurant for years – these are the 9 vegetables I always plant in February
Sowing vegetables indoors this month means extended growing seasons and earlier harvests
By Drew Swainston Published
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9 flower seeds to plant in February for bountiful summer blooms – with expert sowing tips to guarantee healthy seedlings
Sowing flower seeds in February can be done indoors to extend the growing season and get earlier blooms
By Drew Swainston Published
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Are squirrels and rodents attacking your bulbs? Try this simple and natural garden hack for instant protection
Protect your tulips and crocus bulbs with this sustainable gardening trick
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Seeds to sow in US hardiness zone 7 in February – flowers, vegetables, and herbs to start indoors for a longer season
Discover 9 plants to sow this month, and place outside after the last frosts
By Drew Swainston Published
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9 February gardening jobs you can do now to guarantee a successful growing season and long-lasting color
From pruning and planting to propagating, discover the essential February gardening jobs to do outdoors and in
By Drew Swainston Published
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9 plants to prune in February – trimming tips from an expert horticulturist for spectacular summer displays
From shrubs and edibles, to climbers, hedges, and grasses, discover the ideal plants to prune this month
By Drew Swainston Published
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15 garden trends that will transform your garden in 2025 – ideas and styles to replicate this year
These garden trends will help you get the most from your outside space
By Thomas Rutter Last updated
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Bird feeder alternatives – wildlife experts reveal creative and safe ways to feed birds during the avian flu outbreak
With rising cases of bird flu across North America, some states are recommending taking traditional bird feeders down
By Thomas Rutter Published
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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
Why not start propagating in winter and get more plants for free? It can be done with hardwood cuttings from these popular shrubs
By Drew Swainston Published
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Feeding birds in winter – how to help wildlife in your yard during the cold months of the year
Feeding birds in winter is essential for keeping feathered friends in good health
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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8 garden jobs to do in January before it is too late – from mulching to bare-root planting
Discover what you need on your to-do list now, in our expert guide to the gardening month
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to revive frost-damaged plants – expert advice to bring your garden back to life after a cold snap
By following our expert-approved techniques, your plants will soon bounce back after snow and frost
By Thomas Rutter Published
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These ingenious and budget-friendly ideas will protect plants from frost and snow fast, without breaking the bank
You can reuse and repurpose old items in the garden shed for fast and efficient frost protection this winter
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How and when to prune elderberry shrubs for beautiful bushes and a bumper crop of berries
Cut back elderberry bushes to keep them productive and looking fabulous
By Drew Swainston Published
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To leave it or clear it? What to do with snow on grass – plus expert tips to rescue a lawn after snowfall
Lawncare professionals share advice on caring for grass after a snow flurry
By Drew Swainston Published
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When and how to divide asparagus – expert tips to rejuvenate older plants for better yields
Dividing asparagus crowns is simple and rewarding, but you must get the timing right
By Drew Swainston Published
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Plants to never prune in January – don’t risk the health of these popular trees and shrubs
Incorrect winter pruning can be potentially devastating to plants
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to overwinter ferns – to keep both tender and hardy species protected during snow and frost
Protect your favorite fronds this winter with our expert-approved advice
By Jacky Parker Published
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7 perennials to plant in January – why this month is a great time to add bare-root plants to flower borders
Bare-root perennials are a cost-effective way of growing your plant collection
By Drew Swainston Published