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The best ways to keep a hydrangea blue all summer long – expert tricks to preserve its vibrant colour

It's easier than you think

Ideal Home · Jun 15

7 popular houseplants to avoid if you have kids or pets – these toxic plants could have disastrous consequences

Keep these plants out of reach of curious pets or toddlers

Ideal Home · Jul 20, 2025

It's not too late to plant bedding plants in July – the 7 varieties garden experts say will flourish if you plant them now

These are the blooms to add colour and interest to your outdoor space this month

Ideal Home · Jul 14, 2025

Bamboo is the new Japanese knotweed, garden experts warn, after a couple lose their conservatory to the invasive plant

The Brighton couple were left devastated after their neighbour's bamboo destroyed their conservatory

Ideal Home · May 21, 2025

How to fill the bottom of a large planter – 4 household items garden experts use to save time, money and effort

You don't need to use up all your potting soil to create beautiful floral displays

Ideal Home · May 19, 2025

Song birds will flock to your garden if you plant these 4 gorgeous native plants, wildlife experts say

If you want to welcome birds to your garden, you'll need to create a bird-friendly environment

Ideal Home · May 18, 2025

3 practical ways to keep peonies from flopping over, recommended by garden experts, for happier, stronger blooms

Peonies won't stop flopping over? Don't worry, I've got you covered

Ideal Home · May 17, 2025

4 ways to keep squirrels away from fruit trees and protect your future harvests

Get there before they do!

Ideal Home · May 15, 2025

3 reasons why your rhododendron isn’t flowering and what you can do to ensure beautiful, vibrant blooms

Rhododendrons produce gorgeous, showstopping flowers, and this is how to ensure them year on year

Ideal Home · May 12, 2025

Lavender will bloom bigger and brighter if you add this £5 essential to your soil, say garden experts

This handy trick will reward you with beautiful, fragrant flowers this summer

Ideal Home · May 11, 2025