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'I'm a professional gardener and these are the best gardening tools to buy on Amazon'

Not sure what to buy this Amazon Prime Day? These are the pro gardening tools worth investing in for a neat and tidy garden

Ideal Home · Jul 16, 2024

Can you grow mint indoors? Yes, if you follow this expert advice

Good news, everyone – you don't need lots of outdoor space to grow your own mint

Ideal Home · Jul 14, 2024

David Beckham’s space-saving hack for growing spring onions is a must for small gardens

If you're keen to grow your own spring onions, let David Beckham (yes, really!) be your guide...

Ideal Home · Jul 12, 2024

7 weeding mistakes experts say make gardening much harder (and how to avoid them)

The experts have spoken

Ideal Home · May 9, 2024

How to get rid of weeds naturally – 6 ways to banish weeds from your garden without resorting to chemicals

That's right: weeds can be controlled without resorting to weedkillers or chemicals (which is great news for your garden)

Ideal Home · May 7, 2024

When to prune lilac if you want even more beautiful blooms to appear

The gardening experts reveal their top tips and methods for pruning your lilac

Woman & Home · May 3, 2024

What to do with tulips after flowering – an expert guide to storing bulbs

Not sure what to do with your tulips after they've bloomed? We have all the answers you need...

Woman & Home · Apr 25, 2024

The 7 best fast-growing hedges to ramp up your garden's privacy

Hoping to grow a privacy hedge as quickly as possible? Look this way...

Ideal Home · Apr 25, 2024

How to grow courgettes for a budget-friendly (and incredibly tasty) crop

Fancy growing your own glut of easy and delicious Mediterranean goodies?

Ideal Home · Apr 2, 2024

Can you grow wisteria in a pot? Absolutely, but there are 5 things to consider first

Good news, everyone! You absolutely can grow these fragrant purple climbers in a pot...

Ideal Home · Mar 27, 2024