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Monty Don recommends sowing this cottage garden staple now for a Chelsea-inspired display next summer

The elegant flower spikes are easy to grow from seed if you start them now

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Monty Don has this beautiful rose growing at Longmeadow – he shares the simple June task he never skips to keep his roses flowering for longer

Want roses like Monty Don?

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How to take root cuttings in water and save money on filling your home and garden with lots of free plants

The simple propagation trick that turns one plant into many

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5 easy and effective fixes to make an overlooked front garden feel more private and welcoming without blocking out light

and without blocking out light

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5 genius ways to use orange peel in your garden for natural pest control and healthier plants – these expert-approved tricks are too useful to ignore

These expert-approved tricks are too useful to ignore

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The best low-maintenance evergreen shrubs for year-round privacy – these fuss-free picks create no-effort screening

These fuss-free picks create no-effort screening

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Monty Don says now is the moment to plant sweet peas outside – and shares how to set them up for a summer of tumbling, fragrant blooms

Want a garden filled with tumbling, fragrant, sweet peas? In Monty Don we trust

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If your rosemary plant has gone woody and patchy, garden experts say this is exactly what you need to do to get it looking healthy for summer

Get it in shape for summer

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What to do with a peace lily in March – these simple care tips will guarantee glossy leaves and encourage flowering this spring

Your plant babies need a little extra TLC this month. Here's what you need to know...

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If you have a woody hydrangea, it can be fixed say experts – this is how to revive yours and get an abundance of blooms again this summer

Stuck with woody, leggy plants that produce fewer flowers each year? Here's what you need to do about it...

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Don't plant your begonia tubers until you read this – avoid these common mistakes if you want lots of big blooms this summer

Wondering what went wrong with your tuberous begonias? It's likely you made one of these classic mistakes...

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This is the best way to overseed a lawn full of moss in spring – experts share their simple method to bring your grass back to life

Mossy lawn getting you down? Here's how to overseed it and get the grassy verge of your dreams...

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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...

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Can you plant wildflower seeds in November? Here's when it works (and when to wait until spring)

There are a lot of mixed messages around the best time to plant wildflower seeds. So, is November too late?

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1 thing you need to add to your hydrangeas right now to help them survive the cold - this year it's more important than ever

Get your hydrangeas ready for the winter months ahead

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Avoid pruning your trees at these critical times or risk harming your garden

Pruning is important, sure, but you’ll regret doing it at the wrong time…

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Experts say mulching with pine cones can help keep cats from digging in your beds – it's a simple, natural deterrent that protects your plants

Pine cone mulch is having a moment on Instagram, but does it keep curious cats at bay?

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This is the one job you'll regret not doing to your garden furniture this autumn and it's super simple to do, say experts

Don't neglect your garden furniture this month; you'll regret it come springtime...

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6 of the most unusual spring bulbs to plant this autumn that will surprise you when they bloom

If you want a spring garden that turns everyone’s heads in the best possible way, then plant these bulbs, stat…

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6 perennials to divide in September if you want to fill your garden with more free plants ready for next summer

The rule of thumb to follow

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Can you propagate wisteria? Experts share the easiest method to get more of these beautiful blooms for free

Patience is absolutely a virtue when it comes to propagating wisteria...

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Should you deadhead annuals for more blooms? Experts share which flowers to cut back and which to leave alone

Perennials usually steal focus when it comes to deadheading, but don’t forget your annuals…

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Mulch vs membrane – experts reveal the best way to keep weeds at bay in your garden

Weed control is a tricky job, so it’s best to go in with the best tools for the job…

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How and when to collect seeds from hardy annuals this summer so you can grow them for free next year

Everlasting flowers? Make it happen by collecting seeds, stat!

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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...

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