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‘Cheap as chips and save backache’: gardening pros on the tools they can’t live without

Getting your garden ready for spring? We asked the experts for their go-to kit, from secateurs and soil knives to trousers with enough pockets for twine

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Your birth month has a specific flower – this is the meaning behind yours, and the best varieties to add to your garden

Birth flowers are enjoying a quiet revival right now. Here's what you need to know about yours...

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Your birth month has a perennial plant – this is the meaning behind yours, and the best varieties to add to your garden

Here's the special meanings behind all 12....

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Sow brassicas like kale and cauliflower indoors now for productive, tasty crops – 6 types to start in February

6 types to start in February

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4 fast-growing climbing plants for privacy that you can plant now – create a natural screen with these beautiful climbers

Our top flowering and evergreen picks

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5 unique bulbs to plant in February for stunning summer displays – from pineapple lilies to striking gladioli

From pineapple lilies to striking gladioli

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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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7 early flowering plants that will brighten up a bleak January garden with mood-boosting colour

Add colour and texture by planting up these varieties

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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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These Are the 6 Major Houseplant Trends for 2026 That You'll Soon Notice Making a Splash in the Most Stylish Biophilic Homes Around

According to the experts, the theme for this year is statement interior gardens that give back

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How to Pick a Fruit Tree Based on Your Birth Month — The 12 Trees and Which to Get (or Gift) Depending on When You Were Born

This is your sign to treat your home to a flourishing fruit tree based on your birth month

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Your birth month has a rose – this is the meaning behind yours and how to grow it successfully in your garden

What’s your birth month rose? Here's the meaning behind each bloom, as well as how to grow them

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I added these 4 ‘unkillable’ houseplants to my home – and yes, they lived up to the hype!

Accidental plant murderers, rejoice; I've done the research and these houseplants are made for you…

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These 3 houseplants helped rid my home of damp and made a huge difference to musty smells and humidity – they're super low maintenance too

Can houseplants really help prevent excess moisture in your home? I decided to put them to the test…

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4 ornamental grasses that add interest to a winter garden – add these low-maintenance varieties for striking texture and colour over the colder months

They're perfect for the colder months

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I’m a gardens editor who *loves* tulips – these are the 5 varieties I’ve got my eye on this year, from classic favourites to unique fringed blooms

From classic favourites to unique fringed blooms

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I made a bulb lasagne in a pot and it's the easiest way to get a show of stunning spring flowers for months

It’s the hack that promises staggered continuous spring bulbs, but how easy is a bulb lasagne really?

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Experts say mulching with pine cones can help keep cats from digging in your beds – it's a simple, natural deterrent that protects your plants

Pine cone mulch is having a moment on Instagram, but does it keep curious cats at bay?

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How to make your garden tools last longer: expert tips for tackling rust, grime and blunt blades

Secateur and strimmer seen better days? Give your tools some TLC with these tried-and-tested tricks

Woman & Home

How to grow daffodils: expert tips for planting cheery yellow bloomers

Now's the perfect time to plant daffodils – learn how to grow a stunning spring display

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Where to buy spring bulbs – the best places to shop for reliable favourites and unique bloomers

I'm a gardens editor, and these are my favourite places to buy spring bulbs

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6 'Lucky' Houseplants That People Always Decorate With to Bring a Sense of Prosperity Into Your Home

No sparingly spotted four-leaf clovers here — these varieties bring luck as they stem and bloom

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When and how to plant crocus bulbs – for a dazzling display come spring

Gardening experts share advice on how to plant crocus bulbs – as well as timing tips for success

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When and how to prune raspberries: expert advice for homegrown crops

Gardening experts explain how to prune raspberries, with advice for both summer-fruiting and autumn-fruiting varieties

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Best drought-tolerant plants: 11 flowering beauties to cope in the heat, with minimal watering needs

Drought-tolerant plants make garden maintenance easier in rising temperatures – here are eight top choices to grow

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