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Best winter plants for pots and borders – 15 ideas to bring your yard to life during the colder months
Add color, fragrance and structural interest to your winter garden with these beautiful plants
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Christmas orchids – 5 varieties guaranteed to to give you that festive feel
Looking for some unique festive florals? Uplift your arrangements with these exotic blooms
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Why is my rose of Sharon turning yellow? Expert advice for common gardening problems
If your rose of Sharon shrubs are discolored, it is important to diagnose and treat them as soon as possible
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When to prune hedges – get the timing right for healthy growth with our expert guide
It all depends on the type of hedging plants – discover when to prune evergreen, deciduous and conifer hedges
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How to overwinter banana trees – professional tips to keep your tropical plant protected
If you’re expecting cooler conditions this winter, you need this expert advice
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When and how to harvest cranberries – and get ripe fruits for your holiday dinner plates
How to identify a ripe cranberry, along with expert harvesting tips
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Christmas cactus vs prickly pear – here's how to tell them apart
Similar flowers, similar shapes - it's no wonder these impressive indoor plants get mistaken for each other
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Bird feeder cameras are the must-have digital wildlife gadget to enjoy in 2025 – and these are the products that have our attention
These cameras allow you to take incredible photographs of garden birds from the comfort of your home
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Christmas cactus alternatives – 6 festive and more unusual plants to brighten your home during the holidays
Like the popular Christmas cactus, these plants bring just as much festive flair and vibrant beauty to your home, say experts
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are notoriously bad for gardening deals, but I spotted my favorite five-star rated pruning saw at its best price ever
Black Friday rarely sees gardening deals, but I've found a great deal hidden in the depths of Amazon. One of the best pruning saws around is now half price
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‘Mulberry pruning needs a gentle hand’, say tree experts – discover when and how to trim these fruiting trees
A guide to mulberry pruning, with expert tips for healthy and productive fruit trees
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Best holiday houseplants – 7 plants ideal for festive decor that aren't all Christmas cacti
Poinsettias aren't the only option out there for adding a seasonal spin on your botanical decor
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People are blowing cinnamon on their front door on the first day of December – experts reveal why we should be doing it too
This is a monthly ritual many partake in, but what does it mean for our homes and wider wellbeing? Spiritual experts explain
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How to prevent pruning shears and other gardening tools from rusting – 5 expert tips
Keeping tools free from rust will extend their life and maintain optimum performance
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7 plants never to grow in a small backyard – to avoid vigorous creepers competing for space
Give these unmanageable plants a wide berth if you have a small outside space
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Invasive climbers never to grow – 5 vines to avoid and what you should grow instead
Many invasive climbers can quickly cover garden walls and fences, out-competing other vines
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Love orchids but can't keep them alive? Experts say these are the 5 easiest orchids to grow
Even the novice gardener will get along just fine with these exotic beauties
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I've scoured the weirdest gardening gadgets on the internet you didn’t know you needed – but won't be able to live without
They might be unusual, but as a gardener, I would love any one of these gadgets in my tool shed
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8 things people with tidy gardens always do – for an elegant, serene outdoor space
Discover the designer secrets behind keeping a neat and tidy garden all year round
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7 plants to never prune in December – put the pruning shears down if you want to guarantee gorgeous spring displays
Avoid pruning these popular shrubs this month, and discover exactly when it's right to trim them
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How to get a quince tree to fruit – for a mild citrus taste, perfect for homemade jam
Give your tree these growing conditions and you'll be rewarded with bright yellow fruit and soft pink blossoms
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Floral foam alternatives – 12 natural, eco-friendly and reusable options for your flower arrangements, including one you can grab straight from the kitchen pantry
Switch out floral foam for any one of these environmentally-friendly options and the planet will thank you
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7 plants to propagate in December – expert advice for easy and successful winter cuttings
Taking hardwood cuttings is a reliable way to propagate new shrubs during the dormant season
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You can use power tools outdoors with a Bluetti power station – and they’re discounted for Black Friday
Sponsored by Bluetti
It can be tricky to run tools in the great outdoors, but a portable Bluetti power station provides the power. Plus, they're discounted for Black Friday
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I tried an $8 pebble tray against my plant mister and it's changed my houseplants – and my home aesthetic
A pebble tray will add more than just humidity to your houseplant collection
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How to winterize roses – and avoid losing your favorite flowering shrubs to the cold
Discover how to winterize roses to properly protect them from frost and snow
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Winter gardening checklist – 13 ways to get your garden through the coldest months
These essential tasks will get your backyard in shape and ready for spring
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Easiest evergreen shrubs to grow – 5 foolproof plants for year-round greenery
Whether grown in borders or pots, these easy evergreens will maintain interest in all seasons
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Best mulch for roses – 4 natural options for flourishing plants
From bark chippings to homemade compost, these biodegradable mulches will help your roses to thrive
