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Monty Don's foxglove growing tips, his favorite bloom – and what not to do
Find out how to grow foxgloves – Monty's favourite biennial
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don shares his top tips for planting bare root trees – but do it now, before it's too late
Follow this expert advice for planting bare root trees from the celebrity gardener for stronger, healthier plants
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Why every garden needs a hedgehog house – and how to attract hedgehogs
Hedgehogs are increasingly rare – but they are our best friends for natural pest control
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don says mulching is the most important gardening job you can do right now – and these are his expert tips
One of the most important spring gardening jobs is to mulch beds and borders, advises the celebrity gardening guru - so if you haven't yet, get mulching
By Rachel Crow Published
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Monty Don shares his simple tips for dividing herbaceous perennials
Now's the time to split herbaceous plants to rejuvenate growth and boost their flower power. The celebrity gardener explains how to divide and conquer
By Karen Darlow Published
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David Austin announces its latest rose – in honor of healthcare workers
The Nye Bevan rose celebrates the hard-work of healthcare workers around the world
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don's grass cutting advice is his most controversial yet – here's what he had to say
The latest advice from the celebrated gardener may change the way you maintain your grass forever
By Megan Slack Published
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6 front porch cleaning tips – to boost your home's curb appeal
These front porch cleaning tips will keep your entrance looking smart and clutter free
By Andrea Childs Published
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Thriller, spiller, filler – the gardening experts' secret for creating show-stopping containers
Using 'thriller, spiller, filler', you can create successful container displays. Use our expert advice to find out how – it's as easy as 1, 2, 3
By Rachel Crow Published
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This striking alternative to the firepit is summer 2021's hottest garden trend. Will you be getting one?
This eccentric feature will add a touch of ornate regency to your garden party this summer
By Megan Slack Published
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Be inspired by this idyllic potting shed full of color, pattern and nature
Most keen gardeners dream of having a practical space to keep their tools and pots, to dry flowers, and to store bulbs and harvested crops. Beth Tarling shows us round her dreamy potting shed, which is so much more than that
By Holly Reaney Published
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5 hotel decoration secrets for backyards – to transform your al fresco dining area in time for summer
Missing the pleasure of dining out in an impeccably-designed outdoor lounge in a hotel? A luxury interior and hotel designer advises on hotel decoration in your back yard
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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Monty Don’s tips on getting the perfect lawn – and the mistakes you're making
Growing a beautifully lush lawn is easier than you think, thanks to this advice from the celebrity gardening expert
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Explore this delightful cottage garden – home to a national collection of geums
You would never believe that this beautiful cottage garden with its colorful medley of blooms once looked more like an allotment
By Leigh Clapp Published
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Monty Don shares his secrets to growing perfect tomatoes – his tip will improve tomato seed germination
The expert gardener has revealed his advice on growing tomatoes - just as planting season arrives.
By Megan Slack Published
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Sissinghurst rose pruning trick – this will boost your blooms
Find out why you've been pruning your roses wrong and how to do it like the professionals
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don reveals his top birdhouse ideas and expert tips
The celebrity gardener offers foolproof tips for attracting birds to nest this spring with the right birdhouse type, position and more
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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How to identify wildflowers – recognise British flora from their petals, leaves and stems
Our simple guide to how to identify wildflowers will help you to recognise Britain's most beautiful natural jewels
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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5 simple ways to create a cottagecore garden – embrace a wholesome country scheme
The cottagecore trend, which began on social media sites like Tumblr and TikTok, combines lifestyle with fashion, and idealises rural self-sufficiency
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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How to identify British trees – by leaf, fruit, shape, size, bark and more
Once you can separate the ‘wood from the trees’, identifying trees can become a real joy, giving a totally different take on a walk in the park
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Sweet Honey 'Kormecaso' has been announced as the Rose of the Year
You can see the charming rose up close at the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
By Jennifer Ebert Published