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Worm castings on lawns: how to deal with this unsightly problem
How To Worm castings on lawns can ruin their otherwise pristine look – we explain what to do about them
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to get rid of poison hemlock: remove this dangerous plant from your yard
How To Notoriously toxic, you'll want to know how to get rid of poison hemlock if you spot it in your yard – our guide explains all
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to deadhead petunias: neaten up your summer blooms with these tips
Plants Whether you have hanging baskets or patio pots, learning how to deadhead petunias will keep your display looking its best
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to grow petunias: add easy summer color to your garden
Plants Find out how to grow petunias and treat your containers, hanging baskets and borders to vivid bursts of color that will keep coming all summer long
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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Growing potatoes in containers: top tips for these staple crops
Grow Your Own Small garden? No problem – growing potatoes in containers is easy with this expert advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to use edible flowers: top tips for picking, preparing, and cooking with beautiful blooms
How To Our guide on how to use edible flowers will help you add color, flavor, and texture to sweet and savory foods
By Fiona Cumberpatch Published
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Pruning lilacs: get it right with our advice
Plants We've got the lowdown on pruning lilacs so you can make the most of these beautiful flowering shrubs
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to clean a pizza stone like a pro in just 5 simple steps
How To These easy-to-follow expert tips on how to clean a pizza stone will get yours looking as good as new
By Teresa Conway Published
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How to plant allium bulbs: expert tips for successful blooms
Plants Find out how to plant allium bulbs and whatever your garden style they will slot in seamlessly to become stars of the show
By Sarah Wilson Last updated
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How to deadhead foxgloves: neaten up your flower beds with these tips
Plants Wondering whether you should deadhead foxgloves once their beautiful blooms have come to an end? We explain all
By Holly Crossley Published
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Tomato blight: tips to prevent this common problem
Grow Your Own With our advice, you can protect your crop from tomato blight and enjoy a delicious harvest this summer
By Holly Crossley Published
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Fiddle leaf fig care and growing guide: get perfect houseplants with these tips
Plants Keep your fiddle leaf fig plants in peak condition all year round with our essential care advice
By Zia Allaway Published
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How to get rid of woodpeckers: 5 humane ways to help protect your property
How To These tips on how to get rid of woodpeckers will keep these birds at bay
By Holly Crossley Published
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Redbud care and growing guide: tips for healthy cercis trees and shrubs
Plants Learn how to grow redbud and you can enjoy their dazzling color and structure in your plot
By Graham Rice Published
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Foxgloves care and growing guide: how to grow these cottage-garden classics
Plants Discover how to grow foxgloves for glorious spires of flowers that provide food for bees in summer
By Teresa Conway Published
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Using cola on your compost heap – the surprising hack approved by experts
How To Is soda the secret to a healthy compost heap? Experts discuss the garden tool that may be hiding in your kitchen
By Megan Slack Published
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Cosmos care and growing guide: expert tips on these well-loved summer annuals
Plants Learn how to grow cosmos for easy-going blooms that will fill your garden with long-lasting loveliness
By Graham Rice Published
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Propagating hydrangeas: simple ways to get more stunning shrubs for free
Plants Bring extra structure and color to your garden by propagating hydrangeas – our guide explains how to do it
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to mow a lawn – all the tips and tricks you'll need
How To Our advice on how to mow a lawn will make your patch of grass the very best on the block. Here's what you need to know...
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Lawn care tips: 12 essential tasks for healthy turf
How To These lawn care tips are crucial for getting gorgeous grass all year round
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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How to grow peas: expert sowing, planting and care tips
Grow Your Own Find out how to grow peas and enjoy the simple pleasures of tasty prolific crops that are always a kitchen favorite
By Janey Goulding Published
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How to clean a patio umbrella: a simple step-by-step guide to getting it right
How To Find out how to clean a patio umbrella and make sure yours stays looking as good as new for longer
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to transplant a magnolia tree or bush in 9 easy steps
How To Learn how to transplant a magnolia and make sure that your prized tree will thrive in its new location
By Graham Rice Published
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Heuchera care guide: how to grow coral bells in your garden
Plants We've got all the advice you need on how to grow heuchera, so you can enjoy their stunning foliage and flowers in your yard
By Graham Rice Published
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Lupins care guide: growing advice for these structural summer blooms
Plants Learn how to grow lupins in your garden and enjoy their architectural form and vibrant color
By Graham Rice Published
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How to prune a magnolia tree: a simple step-by-step guide
How To Find out how to prune a magnolia tree or bush so that it looks elegant and flowers prolifically year after year
By Graham Rice Published
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Caring for hydrangeas in pots: container growing made easy
Plants Our advice on caring for hydrangeas in pots will make it easy to add these beautiful blooms to your container display
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to plant a magnolia tree: an easy step-by-step guide
How To Find out how to plant a magnolia tree or bush so that it grows away well to bring you years of pleasure
By Graham Rice Published
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How to deadhead daffodils: when and why to do it
How To Find out how to deadhead daffodils to help improve future flowering
By Ruth Hayes Published