Can I cut my neighbour's plants if they grow over into my garden? How to protect yourself from an unwanted legal dispute Know your rights when cutting your neighbour's plants in your garden Ideal Home · Sep 2
Repotting brought my Monstera back to life – 4 expert-approved ways to give your Swiss cheese plant an upgrade It's already grown new leaves! Ideal Home · Aug 14
7 reasons your agapanthus isn't flowering and what you can do about it to ensure beautiful blooms next year How to ensure it blooms next year Ideal Home · Aug 10
What to do with hydrangeas in a heatwave – 3 crucial tasks to keep your plants alive and blooming in hot weather Hydration is key Ideal Home · Jul 8
3 experts reveal the tricks they use to plan the perfect garden on a small budget – low-cost tips to make your outdoor space look lovely this summer Champagne style, lemonade money Ideal Home · Jul 6
‘Lawns don’t need watering!’ How to garden in a heatwave, from recycling bathwater to making the most of shade Whether you have a few pots on a balcony or an expanse of greenery, here’s how to help everything thrive when the mercury spikes The Guardian - UK · Jun 23
Best flowering groundcover plants – these 7 weed suppressors are low-maintenance and bloom beautifully every year They support pollinators, too Ideal Home · Mar 26
The best white-flowering shrubs to plant now for fluffy, cloud-like blooms – 4 favourites that produce a gorgeous fragrance every year They produce a gorgeous fragrance Ideal Home · Mar 7
7 perennials to plant in March for flowers that come back every year – our favourite varieties Catmint, erigeron and more Ideal Home · Feb 27
The rain killed my friend's pot plants, so I told her to try this £6 solution – now, her container plants are thriving (even in torrential downpours!) It's so simple, but *so* effective Ideal Home · Feb 11
12 jobs to do in the garden in February that guarantee a healthy, productive and thriving garden for 2026 Planting, pruning and maintenance tasks Ideal Home · Feb 4
5 houseplant trends you need on your radar for 2026 – it's all about bold planting with minimal maintenance, according to experts Jungle plants, sustainability and more Ideal Home · Jan 22
These 12 garden trends are set to reshape our outdoor spaces in 2026 – from climate-resilient planting to foraging gardens Punctured water butts? They’re smarter than they sound… Ideal Home · Jan 15
Tabletop veg is set to be *big* this year, according to the RHS – 7 of the best options that thrive in small spaces Save space, time and money! Ideal Home · Jan 14
Ideal Home · Jan 9 ‘Winter weather is a flavour upgrade’ for some vegetables, say experts – but you'll need to know when to step in if you want your crops to last Sweeter carrots, velvety parsnips...
Ideal Home · Dec 18, 2025 Don’t listen to anyone who tells you to give your Christmas cactus sugar water – use this type of fertiliser instead for long-lasting blooms It can do more harm than good
Ideal Home · Dec 17, 2025 Forget strawberries! The RHS predicts this will be the 'it' berry to grow in 2026 – it's delicious and can be planted right now It's delicious and can be planted right now
The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2025 Why you’ll be putting your houseplants outside in the garden in 2026 Experts offer gardening trends predictions for the new year
Ideal Home · Dec 9, 2025 This is one of the biggest silent Christmas cactus killers in the home – and it could be ruining your plant’s chances of flowering Nip any damage in the bud...
Ideal Home · Nov 27, 2025 How to protect your Christmas tree from underfloor heating – 3 things you need to do if you don't want it dropping all its needles in a week See it through December!
The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2025 Dress your front door with a warm autumn display Wreaths, pots and pumpkins can make a difference.
Ideal Home · Aug 25, 2025 6 places in the garden to never use eggshells - it could cause more harm than good Eggshells might have many benefits, but they're best kept away from these spots
The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025 How to create glorious autumn containers As summer bedding wanes, plant up some autumn pots.
Ideal Home · Jul 18, 2025 Want more honeysuckle in your garden? Here’s how to take cuttings step-by-step Multiply your favourite climber for free with this simple cutting method
Ideal Home · Jun 30, 2025 10 plants to propagate in July – save your money and fill your garden for free with these cuttings Who said a beautiful garden had to be expensive?