Garden advice
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Ugly lawns are the shocking new gardening trend that experts are urging us all to try this year
Lawns are about to get a major makeover, thanks to this Scandi garden trend...
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Monty Don's pixie irises have set Instagram on fire – here's how to grow your own
It's not too late to make like Monty Don and plant your own pixie irises...
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When to sow forget-me-not seeds - the perfect time for planting in the ground or in containers
Fill your garden with beautiful blue hues
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What to do with houseplants that are exposed to the cold - help them recover fast
Help your houseplants deal with the cold
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How to grow blueberries in pots – experts say it's the best and easiest way to do it
Yes, you can grow blueberries in pots, if you follow these expert GYO tips...
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Don't get hit with a fine! This is how high your garden fence can be without planning permission
How high can a fence be without planning permission? The answer may surprise you...
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Monty Don says the trick to a stunning garden is to prune hedges now – what you need to know
Monty explains why pruning hedges in January will make for a more vigorously growing garden come spring – and which hedge varieties are best pruned now
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The best patio heaters for warming up your garden or outdoor space
The best patio heaters for adding outdoor warmth. We've tried and tested bestselling gas, electric, and tabletop heaters to find the cream of the crop
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How to clean a greenhouse – an expert guide to banishing green algae, dirt and grime
Your greenhouse will sparkle and shine thanks to these expert cleaning tips
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4 houseplants that can reduce the dust in your home – and your home’s air quality
Yes, these houseplants really could help take the pressure of dusting and improve your home’s air quality
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These are the natural fertilisers that experts swear by – and they’re hiding in your kitchen cupboard
Experts share the most effective plant fertilisers you can make in your kitchen
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When to winter prune wisteria for stronger, brighter blooms
Keep your wisteria looking its tip-top best with our expert winter pruning guide
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Experts reveal why your bay tree leaves are turning brown – and how to fix it
Why are your bay tree leaves turning brown? Experts reveal the most common causes and how to fix them
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The Scandi window box is the chic minimalist planting trend to try this winter
Prepare to fall hard for the Scandi window box trend
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How to care for a monstera deliciosa – the gentle giant of the houseplant world
How to care for a monstera deliciosa, including where to position, when to water and how to propagate
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When to prune photinia – an expert guide to keeping your hedge looking its best
Photinias only require a light prune, but it's important to tackle the job at the right time of year
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What's in season? The best fruit and vegetables to grow in January
It might be cold, but a bountiful fruit and vegetable crop awaits if you set to work now...
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When is it too late to prune roses? Here's what the experts say
Because, yes, there is a right and a wrong time of year when it comes to pruning roses
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Why you need to add mulch to your plants before the temperature drops any more
The key step you may not have done yet
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Meet the unexpected 'it' flower of 2024 – experts say it's set to become a garden border hero
This wild new garden border trend is going to be a very big deal this year
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When to plant lupin seeds - experts reveal the perfect time to add these hardy perennials to your garden
It’s almost time…
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Why chillies are the first seeds that Monty Don sows every single year
Get your garden ready for the new year with Monty Don's chilli seed tips
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When to plant daffodil bulbs – there's still time, but you'll need to be quick
Are you too late to plant daffodil bulbs? Experts advise whether January is a safe time to do it
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Best air-purifying indoor plants - 12 houseplants that will cleanse your home and remove toxins from the air
Air-cleaning indoor plants that are both practical and naturally beautiful
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Monty Don's tip will improve the health of your compost – using cardboard and paper leftover from the holidays
A valid excuse to skip the recycling bin
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The best way to recycle your real Christmas tree at home – your garden will thank you for it
Mulching is one of the top January garden jobs – and you can recycle your real Christmas tree for it
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How to care for amaryllis - four tips to keep it blooming for decades to come
An amaryllis isn't just for Christmas, but only if you know how to look after it properly
