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Should I get rid of my lawn? The pros and cons of ditching your grass before El Niño delivers a sweltering 2027 summer

Gravel garden, anyone?

Ideal Home · Aug 31

Best plants for dry shade – 5 varieties that thrive in parched, gloomy spots in the garden

They're tough enough to tackle both!

Ideal Home · Jul 19

Experts say these 5 living mulch plants will help you water your garden less – and suppress weeds, too

Experts say they're full of benefits!

Ideal Home · Jul 17

What is the bento garden trend? Create a ‘lunchbox’ garden with these planting and landscaping tips

It’s ideal for small gardens

Ideal Home · Feb 13

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…

Ideal Home · Jan 15

What gardeners really want for Christmas – experts share the gardening gifts they are giving (and hoping to receive)

'Tis the season to be jolly, so make sure everyone has a smile on their face with these genuinely excellent gift ideas...

Ideal Home · Dec 12, 2025

The unexpected plants that garden designers love to include in their own gardens – they add texture, charm and colour

Not sure what to plant in your own garden? Make like a pro and choose one of these...

Ideal Home · Jul 31, 2025

The most beautiful plants that flower nonstop to keep your garden colourful all year round

Look this way if you’re on the hunt for flowering plants that last

Woman & Home · Jul 26, 2025

8 of the most calming plants to grow in your garden to transform your outdoor space into a soothing sanctuary

Transform your garden into an oasis of calm with these soul-soothing plants...

Ideal Home · Jul 3, 2025

5 thuggish plants that experts say will take over your garden if you're not careful

We love a fast-growing plant – until it takes over our garden entirely, that is! Here’s the ones to avoid, according to experts…

Ideal Home · Jun 25, 2025