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There's still time to force bulbs for Christmas – and plant experts say this stunning selection is the best to choose from
Bring your tablescape to life with indoor florals that uplift festive décor
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Plants never to use in winter pots or window boxes – and the resilient options you should be growing instead
Stick to tough and hardy plants for your winter pot displays
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How to buy good gardening tools – expert tips to find tools that last a lifetime
Learning how to buy good gardening tools can save you hundreds of dollars over the course of your life. Here's all I've learned from testing dozens of tools
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Chicken wire Christmas decorations are my favorite festive design hack – I’m convinced this unusual trend is here to stay
This seasonal decorating trend is going nowhere, and it's the secret to professional-looking festive foliage designs
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Can poinsettias live outside in the winter? Keep these festive beauties thriving all season with these expert tips
Gardening experts share the ideal temperatures for poinsettias and essential care tips to keep them healthy outdoors throughout the winter
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8 frost hardy perennials ideal for northern gardens – these plants can survive freezing winters and still come back each spring
This selection of frost tolerant perennials are suitable for gardens in colder climates
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Unusual uses for a snow blower when there's no snow on the ground – and 2 things you should never do
Snow blowers are only useful when it snows. These unusual uses for a snow blower will make it useful year-round, helping you get better value
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8 plants to prune in November for healthy trees, shrubs, and perennials
A guide to what you should trim this month for great blooms and top crops next year
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When to prune limelight hydrangeas – and expert trimming tips for fantastic blooms
Getting the timing right for pruning ensures new, healthy growth to carry that year’s flowers
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Can you plant bulbs too deep? Avoid this common mistake to guarantee brilliant spring flowers
Ensure you plant at the right depth for healthy tulip and daffodil blooms in your yard next year
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How temperature affects plant growth – and how you can be sure your plants are warm enough
The temperature your plants grow in impacts a number of plant processes
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How to winterize raised garden beds – 4 essential tasks to get them prepared and boosted for spring
Preparing raised beds for winter gets you ahead of the game for next year
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How to overwinter dahlias – a step-by-step guide to properly protecting these tender tubers
Bulb experts advise the best ways to overwinter dahlias to protect your precious tubers for next year
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Unusual uses for a hedge trimmer – 4 ways to get more value out of this essential power tool
Hedge trimmers seem like they're only good for one job. I spoke to landscaping experts about unusual uses for hedge trimmers to get you more value for money
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How to get rid of vine weevil grubs – pest control experts share how to save your plant roots from detrimental damage
The larvae of vine weevils harm plants just as much as the adult insects
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Cottage garden ideas – 32 inspirational ways to transform your yard
Cottage garden ideas are sure to add a touch of romance to your plot, with rambling roses, fragrant herbs and bountiful borders
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Best snake-repellent plants – 15 plants to stop these unwanted visitors coming to your yard
Grow repellent plants to keep these reptiles at bay and create an anti-snake zone in your outside space
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How to care for hummingbirds in winter – and support migrating or resident birds during the cold months ahead
By following three simple steps, you can help these winged wonders during the winter months
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How to grow an apple tree – enjoy rich harvests of delicious fruit for eating, cooking, and juicing
We share tips from experienced fruit tree growers in our expert guide to growing an apple tree
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How to overwinter delphiniums – act now to protect your plants from excess rainfall, strong winds and cold snaps
A little preparation now will pay off in spring and summer for these statuesque blooms
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Best hot tubs: expert picks for your outdoor space
A hot tub might be the missing piece from your yard. Here's our selection of the very best you can buy, with choices to reflect a range of needs and budgets
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15 beautiful gifts for gardeners – we promise you won't find anything more stylish to give this Christmas
From statement vases to carefully crafted tools, these products are sure to bring joy to the garden-lover in your life
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How to grow bearberry shrubs – for a North American evergreen ground cover
This low-growing native plant can survive cold, frosty weather in northerly regions
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We've just found the best natural pest control for your yard – meet the Coleus canina plant
Also known as the 'scaredy cat plant', this strong-smelling perennial is known to repel cats, rabbits, and other animals
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Bird bath winter care – 7 ways to continue providing birds with water during colder months
Encourage birds to keep visiting your yard in winter by keeping your bird bath accessible
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How to make a Christmas wreath – and discover the secrets to getting a professional look
Our step-by-step guide to creating an elegant, timeless Christmas wreath will elevate your front door for the holidays
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7 shrub pruning mistakes to avoid to keep your plants healthy and encourage beautiful flowering displays year after year
Gardening experts reveal simple tips to prevent you from falling foul of these common pruning errors
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How to grow spindle trees – for a vibrant, colorful fruit display in the fall
Spindle trees are famed for producing masses of impactful orange and pink fruits, and provide an alternative to invasive burning bush
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What essential plant nutrients are needed for growth? 17 key elements that help your garden thrive
These nutrients work together to promote healthy growth and without them, your plants will start to look a little worse for wear
