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Low-maintenance shrubs – 11 options that are easy to care for in any yard
Choose these low-maintenance options for maximum impact with minimum effort
By Camilla Phelps • Published
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How to repot succulents – plus expert tips on the best time to do it
Follow our easy step-by-step guide to repotting succulents and get them back on track fast
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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Pool privacy ideas – 10 ways to create your own private paradise
Up the sense of exclusivity around your backyard pool with these stylish looks
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Best plants for beginners – 10 easy-care choices for your backyard
New to gardening? Start with these varieties – they're simple to grow and look gorgeous, too
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How to clean an outdoor rug – 5 easy steps for an instant refresh
Follow this simple method to get your outdoor rug back to its best
By Beth Murton • Published
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Should I use compost on a lawn? Lawn care experts give their verdict
Top dressing your lawn with compost can help to improve the health of your grass
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to clean hummingbird feeders – in 6 simple steps
Keep visiting hummingbirds happy and healthy by ensuring their feeders are clean
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How to prune a lemon tree – expert tips to keep it in shape
Learn how to prune a lemon tree to maximize fruit production and keep the plant looking its best
By Melanie Griffiths • Last updated
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Easiest flowers to grow from seed – 8 beautiful blooms to sow this spring
These fuss-free flowers are perfect for beginners
By Holly Crossley • Published
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9 tricky perennials to avoid in a small backyard – plus what to plant instead
Due to their rapid growth rate, it can be wise to avoid these perennials in a small garden
By Madison Moulton • Last updated
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When to prune a lemon tree – get your timing right to keep trees looking neat and producing fruit
Pruning lemon trees just as they are starting to grow is a simple and rewarding task
By Drew Swainston • Published
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How to edge a flower bed – elevate your borders in just 3 steps
Add the perfect finishing touch to your landscaping scheme
By Holly Crossley • Last updated
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How to germinate seeds successfully – both indoors and outdoors
The experts reveal how to accomplish this first step of the grow-your-own process
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How to grow strawberries from a strawberry – experts tips on how to get more crops for free
Learn how to harvest and sow seeds from your own homegrown strawberries to grow into new productive plants
By Drew Swainston • Published
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Can you grow tomatoes in a bucket? Experts offer tips for this space-efficient growing method
Growing tomatoes in a bucket is a great way to get tasty homegrown fruit, even if you only have a small space
By Drew Swainston • Published
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When to put out hummingbird feeders – get the timing right with these expert tips
Attract these adorable birds to your plot with this advice
By Holly Crossley • Last updated
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How to propagate a spider plant – two easy methods to try
Boost your collection of spider plants by using one of these two simple propagation methods
By Madison Moulton • Published
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Patio privacy ideas – 11 ways to turn your outdoor living space into a private oasis
Create a relaxing hideaway in your plot with this advice
By Holly Crossley • Last updated
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Rose black spot – expert tips on how to prevent and beat this common disease
Keep rose black spot at bay with our expert advice
By Ruth Hayes • Published
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Annual vs perennial plants – the experts explain the differences, and how to use them in your yard
Telling these two types of plants apart will make planning a garden much easier
By Holly Crossley • Published
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4 common problems with sweet pea seedlings – and the simple solutions, approved by gardening experts
Keep your sweet pea seedlings healthy and trouble-free with this advice
By Holly Crossley • Published
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Pieris care and growing guide – expert tips on how to grow a dazzling andromeda bush
Find out how to grow pieris, and add lively interest to pots and borders with this vibrant flowering evergreen shrub
By Graham Rice • Published
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How wide should a raised garden bed be? Expert advice for picking the perfect size
The ideal width for your raised garden beds will depend on how far you can reach. Our experts advise on the best options
By Drew Swainston • Published
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Extreme moss growth warning for US gardeners – and what it means for your lawn
Is your state one of those experiencing extreme moss blighting those perfectly manicured lawns, and could climate change be to blame?
By Jayne Dowle • Published
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Townhouse backyard ideas – 10 designer-approved schemes to max out your space
Get the most out of your townhouse backyard with these inspirational looks and layouts
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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How to clean terracotta pots – step-by-step guide on how to freshen them up
Terracotta pots look very pleasing with an aged patina but here's why it's not a such good idea to let them get too dirty
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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Peat moss vs coco coir – gardening experts advise on the best growing medium to use in your garden
Take a look at the pros and cons of the two popular growing mediums
By Drew Swainston • Published
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How to make a deck more inviting – 5 expert tips for outdoor living in style
These insider insights will give your decked space a more welcoming feel
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How to grow tomatoes indoors – the best methods for success
If you don't have a backyard, you can still grow thriving tomato plants inside your home with these expert tips
By Drew Swainston • Published