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The 8 plants you should never prune in autumn - or risk ruining next year’s garden

You might know what you should prune… but do you know what you shouldn’t?

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Weather-proof your driveway without the hassle

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What to do if birds are nesting on your roof - now is the only time you can legally take any action

It's not always safe for our feathered friends to roost on our roofs

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What to prune in September – the fruit, hedges and plants you should cut back this month

Get the most out of next year's garden

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10 lawn care mistakes that could be ruining your lawn and how to avoid them, according to experts

Sometimes you need to know what can go wrong to get it right

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Encourage a bumper harvest come next season

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How to prune roses in summer – a full guide to the types you can trim this season

Get the most out of summer pruning

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Front garden lawn ideas – 10 unique and wildlife-friendly ways to transform the front of your home

There are many attractive alternatives to traditional turf

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How to get rid of pond algae – and stop it coming back

Pond covered in green scum? Not for much longer

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These 5 magic words are the secret to a thriving vegetable garden, according to experts

Keen to grow your own vegetables, but not sure where to start? Let this clever mnemonic be your guide…

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What to do with roses after heavy rain, according to gardening experts

It's raining, it's pouring, and your roses are likely suffering as a result. Here's how to lend them a helping hand...

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What's best to keep slugs away? The Ideal Home share their tried-and-tested products and methods

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When to plant roses – the best times for bare-root plants and container-grown to have beautiful blooms adorning your garden

These are the best months to plant roses for a healthy plant and gorgeous blooms

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How to plant roses — 5 steps for a strong, healthy rose plant that thrives for years to come

Our guide includes key tips from expert gardeners

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David Beckham took to gardening over the weekend – and this is where to buy his Queen of Sweden shrub rose

Unsurprisingly, it's a rose variety that's no short of regal

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6 garden corner shade ideas that will transform and brighten up even the darkest of areas

This is what garden experts want you to do with the neglected shaded corner of your outdoor space

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Should you fertilise roses? Everything you need to know about boosting blooms

Our expert guide to fertilising roses teaches you exactly when and how to feed your flowers for the best possible results

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Lawn care calendar – the tasks you should be doing each month to guarantee healthy grass all year round

Our expert-approved, month-by-month guide

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How to care for a lawn in shade – expert tips for lush green grass in a shady garden

Shady garden? No problem! You can still have the lawn of your dreams with just a few tweaks...

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How to improve drainage in a clay soil lawn and avoid a waterlogged garden

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This is what professional florists do to perk up droopy cut flowers

Florists share a trade secret about reviving stems not looking their best

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What to plant in April – the flowers, fruit and vegetables experts recommend sowing this month

Your April planting guide

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5 ways to use tea bags in the garden to protect your plants and help them grow

Hold off before you discard the tea bags from your morning cuppa – they can do wonders for your garden

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