Did you know plants can get sunburnt? Here's how to keep them safe in the heat

Sunny summer garden with back doors open to the house onto a dining atbelw ith parasol to support expert tips on how to avoid sunburnt plants.

As the heatwave hits experts are urging keen gardeners to remember the welfare of their beloved plants to keep them sunburn-free.

Yes, you read that right your plants can suffer from sunburn too. While we apply the best sunscreens to prevent sunburn it's all too easy to forget too much direct sun exposure during extreme heat can also leave our best garden plants at threat from sunburn damage.