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Foxgloves are everywhere at the Chelsea Flower Show again this year – these are the best varieties to grow at home

They're a Chelsea staple!

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Easiest flowering plants for summer – 8 pretty picks recommended by gardening professionals

These easiest flowering plants for summer make a stunning impact in borders and pots

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5 superhero blooms to plant in your garden now to keep aphids off your roses, according to garden experts

These powerful plants will help keep your roses free from pests

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Pinching out your plants will bag you more harvests and flowers than ever before – and it's a really simple technique

We're exploring what 'pinching out' means, and how to get it right

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Should you deadhead tulips? What you need to know if you want your bulbs to flower again next year

The task could be key to bigger and better displays next spring

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Experts warn gardeners not to neglect this important task this weekend – how to get it right to help your plants survive the warm spring weather

Some experts are calling it a mini spring drought

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6 of the best bedding plants to add to your garden in April for vibrant flower beds this summer

Colourful displays are just months away...

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When to sow courgettes for your most productive summer crop yet

It all depends on where you start the seeds

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5 of the best vegetables to sow in March for beginners — including the varieties I had the most luck with when I started gardening

Sow these vegetables this month for effortless harvests

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How to grow basil indoors — the foolproof way to fill your kitchen windowsill with this fragrant herb

It's a staple in the kitchen

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What is crop rotation? The secret expert gardeners use to guarantee a successful bumper crop of vegetables every year

It's the key to vegetable garden success

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How to chit seed potatoes — 4 simple steps, and why gardening experts say it's key to bumper harvests

Grow more gardener's gold than ever before

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When to harvest onions – here's how to tell if they're ready, and how to store them so they last

These are the signs to look out for

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The rose deadheading mistakes that could be killing your prized plant

And what to do instead...

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8 of the best trailing plants for outdoors – all the inspiration you need for breathtaking garden displays

Take your pick from these beautiful trailing varieties

Homes & Gardens

Why damping down a greenhouse is the ‘easiest and most economical' way of reducing temperatures to avoid damaging plants

It is as simple as putting water on the greenhouse floor, but it benefits plants in multiple ways

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The best fragrant plants to grow in containers and window boxes for a burst of scent

10 of the best-scented blooms that will thrive in plant pots and on window sills

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How to use feng shui for gardens to create a peaceful and harmonious outdoor oasis

10 simple ways to design your outdoor space with feng shui in mind

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What to prune in July – experts reveal which plants you should give the chop for summer

These are the plants that need your attention this month

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Can you overwater plants in the summer? It's easier than you think, warn experts

Keep your plants topped up during the hot weather

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Companion planting ideas – 8 plant combinations you need to try for an easy-to-care-for garden

Fewer pests and better taste? Yes, please!

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Can you use neem oil for plants? And how to use this natural pesticide *if* you meet this one important requirement

It can be great, but there are some key reasons you may not be able to try it

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Can you put garden furniture on grass? Experts warn it could be doing more harm to your lawn than you think

It’s probably time to move it

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Can you use bathwater to water plants? Experts reveal how it can work wonders on your greenery

Cut water consumption and make the most of a natural fertiliser in one go

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Is bathwater safe for your plants, or should you skip this sustainable approach? Experts weigh in

The long-debated Q — is bathwater safe for your plants — goes beyond a simple yes or no. Here's what plant experts and gardeners have to say

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