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Should you deadhead peonies? Expert reveals the benefits of removing spent flower heads
Learn how to deadhead peonies to both neaten the plant and help ensure more beautiful blooms next year
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How to grow dahlias – fill your garden with vibrant summer color
Learn how to grow dahlias from tubers, including advice on where to plant these flamboyant flowers and how to care for them
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How to propagate a peace lily – follow these 5 easy steps and create new plants for free
This method for dividing a peace lily is quick, easy and super effective
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Can you over-fertilize plants? Experts reveal the warning signs to watch out for
Plants can end up discolored, stunted, or even perishing due to over-fertilizing
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How to grow hydrangeas in pots – expert tips to guarantee your shrubs flourish
Compact hydrangeas can put on a show of blooms in containers in a shady spot in your yard
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Why are my strawberry leaves turning brown? Expert tips on the causes and what action to take
Watering, nutrition, pests, and disease are all treatable problems that can cause a change in the color of a strawberry plant’s leaves
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How to prune rosemary – expert tips to complete this essential task
Rosemary is a fantastic aromatic evergreen garden shrub that needs to be lightly pruned every year to keep it compact
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Why is teak used for outdoor furniture?
Outdoor furniture that’s made from teak is a great choice. Find out about its benefits in our guide
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Decking steps ideas – 8 stylish ways to elevate your deck design
Add a professional looking finishing touch to your deck steps with these expert tips
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Why your charcoal grill isn’t lighting – discover the causes and the solutions
Stuck with a charcoal grill that won’t light? These are the issues and the ways to deal with them
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How to attract bees to your garden – 7 ways to entice more of these beneficial pollinators
Picking the right plants and adapting your gardening ethos can help to see more bees in your backyard
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6 hanging basket mistakes – ensure these common errors don't ruin your seasonal displays
Get the best from your hanging baskets by avoiding these simple pitfalls
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Outdoor living room mistakes – 5 errors to avoid, and the tips garden designers use to get it right
In the summer months, treat your backyard as an extension of your home by creating relaxing, sociable spaces for family meals, informal drinks with friends, or a spot of daydreaming. Here's how to get it right...
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Why your gas grill isn’t lighting – the 8 top issues and how to solve them
Want to cook but your gas grill won’t light? Discover what can go wrong, and the remedies to your problem
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How to light a charcoal grill – 4 simple methods to get ready for cooking
Discover how to set up a charcoal BBQ ready to deliver unbeatable food flavor
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Lawn watering mistakes – 9 errors garden experts want us to stop making, and what to do instead
We asked lawn and garden experts for their top lawn watering mistakes, from overwatering to using the wrong sprinkler. This is their advice
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Plants for privacy – 10 ways to hide an eyesore or screen your yard from view
From dense evergreens to flowering hedges, these privacy plants will hide your yard from nosy neighbors
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How to keep gnats out of your room – pest controllers recommend these 10 tricks
Bothered by gnats in your bedroom? Here's why they've made their way in, and what to do to discourage and be rid of them
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Hostas care and growing guide – get the most out of these leafy beauties
With bold and beautiful foliage from spring until fall, these lush, easy care plants are a great addition to any garden
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How to grow grass with dogs – 7 ways to protect your lawn from pet damage
Learn how your lawn and pooch can live in harmony outdoors
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Bird bath mistakes – 8 common errors to avoid if you want to keep your feathered friends happy
Experts reveal what not to do when providing a drinking and bathing station for these backyard visitors
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Best hardy geranium varieties – 15 classic cranesbills for every garden
Every flowerbed is better with this cottage garden favorite as we look at 15 of the best hardy geraniums
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How to grow lettuce indoors – expert tips for year-round homegrown leaves on a windowsill
A delicious crop of homegrown lettuce leaves can be enjoyed by following just six simple steps
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How to grow clematis in pots – expert tips for planting and caring for these beautiful container blooms
Add clematis in containers to your patio or deck this summer for a beautiful way to brighten the space
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How to grow a lemon tree indoors – expert tips for delicious homegrown fruit
Lemon trees need care and attention indoors, but you can succeed with growing them in the house
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8 of the best fruit trees for small gardens – slight in size yet full of fruit
Many fruit trees are suitable for small yards and can provide a great crop of fruit in a mini space
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Composting mistakes – 6 errors to avoid for a successful result
Avoid these common errors when making this valuable garden material for your pots, borders, and more
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Best container plants for shade – 8 pretty choices to lift a dark spot with foliage and flowers
Even if your garden is long on shade, it doesn't have to be short on color with these bright and beautiful container planting choices
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Pool planning mistakes – 9 errors to avoid when designing and building your backyard oasis
Make sure you avoid these common errors when planning your swimming pool project
