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Are lawn mowers or robot lawn mowers better for a healthy lawn? Experts say one could make your grass a lot greener

One could make your grass a lot greener

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Should you upgrade to a robot lawn mower? The pros and cons that set them apart from regular lawn mowers

Convenience, value for money and more

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My lawn is dry and compacted, but this weed puller made removing even the most stubborn dandelions a breeze – in half the time, too

In half the time, too

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3 things I wish I knew before buying a robot lawn mower – the biggest lessons I've learned after testing 5 machines this year

The biggest lessons I've learned

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The easy 70/30 planting rule is the clever trick garden experts use to make your flower beds look professionally designed and fuller all year round

It will transform your garden into one that's full of variety

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Ideal Home Awards 2026 garden winners – the best outdoor brands and products of the year, selected by our panel of experts

The best outdoor brands and products of the year

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The new Shark BlastBoss is the gardening companion I never knew I needed – it's cordless, lightweight and ultra-convenient

It's cordless, lightweight and ultra-convenient

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6 RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 garden trends that are actually achievable at home – and work in small gardens, too

They work in small gardens, too

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Sorry, tidy garden borders, RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 is embracing wild, natural gardens – and yes, that includes weeds

Could this trend see the rise of the nettle?

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8 gorgeous plants that will have butterflies flocking to your garden – the small shrubs, statement trees and flowers they adore

The small shrubs, statement trees and flowers they adore

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Don't waste your money on Aldi's bargain robot mower – this is the budget alternative that will make looking after your lawn effortless this summer

Don't fall into the trap of a bargain buy

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Sorry, fence toppers – this fast-growing shrub does a much better (and prettier) job of screening my garden and giving me plenty of privacy

It's a stunning natural screen

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4 stunning and unusual peony varieties that you'll want to know about to fill your garden with showstopping blooms

Make the most of peony season

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STIHL's new cordless grass trimmer is quieter than other models, with just as much power – it tidied my lawn edges in no time

It's effortless!

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I always thought robot lawn mowers were too complicated, but this Bosch one makes setup *so* easy – and it’s perfect for small gardens

It’s perfect for small gardens

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I’m a gardening editor and I’m waving goodbye to my lawn – Here’s why and what we're doing instead

We’re creating something softer, wilder, and far more forgiving...

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The 'one-third rule' is crucial for cutting your grass in April – experts say it'll keep your lawn healthy and stress-free

Stick to this cutting height range

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This is not a drill, Diptyque’s adding 5 new candles to its collection – with the help of the Ideal Home editors, I tried them all ahead of the launch

Our honest thoughts on the fresh new scents

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5 lawn care tasks you must do in April to set your grass up for a strong year of lush green growth – the key jobs to start now

The key jobs to start now

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Best flowering groundcover plants – these 7 weed suppressors are low-maintenance and bloom beautifully every year

They support pollinators, too

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As a Gardens Editor, this is the flowering filler plant I recommend to anyone looking for stunning late winter blooms

It thrives in challenging weather

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My grass is really long, but as a Garden Editor, even I'm not mowing it yet – this is why it's such a risk in February

Don't jump the gun!

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This January garden tool care task is so important – it could mean the difference between healthy and infected plants in the spring

It's the gold standard for garden hygiene

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Don’t throw your secateurs away just yet – these are the products I’ll be using in 2026 to refresh my garden tools

They'll scrub your secateurs up like new!

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These secateurs gave me the most satisfying pruning session of my life – they cut through stems like butter

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