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When to plant out annual flowering plants for vibrant, colourful garden borders – and give them the best start, according to experts

Not sure when to plant out annual flowering plants? We've got you covered...

Ideal Home · Apr 17, 2025

How to protect seedlings from birds – experts say there's a kind and clever way to stop them pecking

Yes, you can protect seedlings from birds without harming your feathered friends...

Ideal Home · Apr 16, 2025

How to stratify seeds – gardening pros swear by this secret to a thriving garden

This little-known secret is a must for a lush garden this year

Ideal Home · Apr 9, 2025

The 7 best blossom trees to plant in March for big fluffy springtime blooms

Because nothing says spring quite like a beautiful blossom tree, after all…

Ideal Home · Feb 27, 2025

How to rescue your garden from storm damage – 5 things to check and do now to avoid future problems

Wet and windy weather wreaking havoc on your garden? Look this way...

Ideal Home · Jan 30, 2025

Gardeners could be slapped with a hefty fine for this tree planting mistake

Planning on planting a new tree in your garden? Read this first...

Ideal Home · Jan 24, 2025

When to harvest leeks for the sweetest and tenderest vegetables

Milder and sweeter than onions, but every bit as delicious, let's discuss when to harvest leeks...

Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2024

Is December too late to plant tulip bulbs? Here's what the experts say

If you're dreaming of a springtime garden filled with tulips, look this way...

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2024

Why you shouldn’t put teabags in your compost bin, according to gardening experts

Think you can chuck teabags in the compost bin? Think again.

Ideal Home · Dec 11, 2024

How to get English ivy to bloom and add some extra flower power to your garden

Ivy is beautiful at the best of times, but even more so when it’s blooming…

Ideal Home · Dec 1, 2024