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What to do with hydrangeas in a heatwave – 3 crucial tasks to keep your plants alive and blooming in hot weather

Hydration is key

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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

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‘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

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Best flowering groundcover plants – these 7 weed suppressors are low-maintenance and bloom beautifully every year

They support pollinators, too

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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

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7 perennials to plant in March for flowers that come back every year – our favourite varieties

Catmint, erigeron and more

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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

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12 jobs to do in the garden in February that guarantee a healthy, productive and thriving garden for 2026

Planting, pruning and maintenance tasks

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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

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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…

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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!

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‘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...

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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

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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

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Why you’ll be putting your houseplants outside in the garden in 2026

Experts offer gardening trends predictions for the new year

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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...

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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!

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Dress your front door with a warm autumn display

Wreaths, pots and pumpkins can make a difference.

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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

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How to create glorious autumn containers

As summer bedding wanes, plant up some autumn pots.

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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

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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?

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5 biennials to plant in July and create a garden bursting with colourful blooms

We've fallen in love with these cheerful flowering plants

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3 signs that your cucumbers are ready to pick – if you harvest too early, you can ruin this fresh summer treat

How to quickly tell if they're ready to go, or if you need to be a little more patient

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Don't confuse a leaf blower with a leaf vacuum – this is how to choose the right one for clearing small and large gardens quickly and easily

Can't decide which one to buy? Here's what the experts say...

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