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How to deadhead roses and encourage more flowers to grow

Discover why, when and how to deadhead roses, with top tips from Monty Don and the National Trust.

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Do self-watering planters really work? How they can help your plants thrive

Are you prone to overwatering plants in containers, or do you simply forget to do it altogether? Here's how self-watering pots can help.

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Gardening

Jobs to do in the garden in July: from tidying perennials to planting veg

It’s a busy month to enjoy the abundance of a flowering and food garden

Gardening

The lawn watering mistake that could kill your grass for good

You may think you're doing the right thing, but this lawn-watering mistake could be fatal

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Our pick of the best garden gadgets

From robot mowers to electric pruning shears, spruce up your outside space with four of the best garden gadgets

Gardens

How to install a water butt - and common mistakes to avoid

Keen to save water but not sure how to fit a water butt? We make it easy with this step-by-step guide.

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How to plant grass seed successfully

We explain how to sow grass seed, with tips on which type of grass seed to choose and how to ensure it grows.

Gardening

Why now is the best time to plant potatoes for Christmas

Fancy home grown spuds with your Christmas dinner? Late summer is the best time to plant them.

Garden wildlife

Butterfly populations are down 80 per cent - what gardeners can do to help

UK butterfly populations have plummeted, so what can we do in our gardens to help them thrive?

Garden wildlife

Trees to attract wildlife

Our top 10 trees to bring birds and other wildlife to your garden - no matter how small the space.

Gardening

Wimbledon's head gardener shares his planting tips

If you love the beautiful planting on display at this year's Wimbledon, check out these 'ace' tips from head gardener Martyn Falconer

Gardening

When and how to prune lavender

Lavender is a garden favourite but needs pruning to keep it in shape. We ask the experts how and when to prune lavender to help it thrive.

Gardens

Topsoil vs compost: Which one should you use and when?

We investigate the difference between topsoil vs compost, explaining which material you should use in your garden and when.

Gardening

The lawn watering mistake that could kill your grass for good

You may think you're doing the right thing, but this lawn-watering mistake could be fatal

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