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Mulch vs membrane – experts reveal the best way to keep weeds at bay in your garden

Weed control is a tricky job, so it’s best to go in with the best tools for the job…

Ideal Home · Aug 14, 2025

How and when to collect seeds from hardy annuals this summer so you can grow them for free next year

Everlasting flowers? Make it happen by collecting seeds, stat!

Ideal Home · Aug 6, 2025

8 of the most calming plants to grow in your garden to transform your outdoor space into a soothing sanctuary

Transform your garden into an oasis of calm with these soul-soothing plants...

Ideal Home · Jul 3, 2025

Alpine strawberries are the unexpected 'it' plant of the Chelsea Flower Show – here's how to grow the newest cottage garden staple

Compact, hardy, and easy? Here's how to grow alpine strawberries

Ideal Home · May 21, 2025

Can orchids survive outside in the UK? The hardy and beautiful varieties that will thrive in your garden

There are a handful of hardy orchids you can try growing at home in your garden

Ideal Home · May 8, 2025

How to revive a woody clematis plant – 3 steps to help your climbing plant to thrive again

If you're looking to rejuvenate an old clematis, you've come to the right place...

Ideal Home · May 7, 2025

Watch out for these 5 weeds that seed early – experts say this is how to deal with them fast before they take over your garden

These weeds need your attention – and fast – if you want to keep them from spreading like wildfire...

Ideal Home · Apr 30, 2025

When to plant asparagus – experts reveal the perfect time to guarantee delicious asparagus spears this year

Whether you're working with asparagus crowns or seeds, here's when to plant yours for that 5-a-day magic...

Ideal Home · Apr 3, 2025

Can you divide dahlia tubers in spring? Experts share their golden rules to get even more beautiful blooms this year but you need to act fast

Get this one right, and you'll be rewarded with plenty more dahlias come summer...

Ideal Home · Mar 27, 2025

What to do with crocuses after flowering, if you want them to bloom again next spring

There’s nothing quite so heartening as the first crocus of spring… but what do you do when yours have finished flowering?

Woman & Home · Mar 21, 2025