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When to prune forsythia – it's the key to breath-taking spring displays, but only if you time it right

Timing is key

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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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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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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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How to grow winter pansies for stunning cold-weather blooms

Winter pansies can be planted in borders, pots or baskets, making them suitable for all gardens

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How to grow rhubarb from crowns or seeds – an expert guide to planting, growing and harvesting

Get ready for a a bountiful and lip-smacking crop, everyone...

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The 8 best hedging plants, for anyone who wants to steer clear of box hedge

Box isn't counted among the best hedging plants for a reason, you know...

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How to prepare raised beds for winter – 5 ways to preserve them, from mulching to sowing cover crops

Keep them in tip-top shape until next spring

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How to grow garlic – a complete guide to planting this delicious kitchen staple

Here's how to grow garlic in five simple steps

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How to grow onions from onion sets for a fantastically flavourful crop

Keen to learn how to grow onions? Look this way for our expert guide to planting onion sets...

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When to plant onion sets if you want delicious onions on tap

Not sure when to plant onion sets? We've got you covered with our expert guide

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Monty Don is ditching a winter greenhouse essential this year – and you should, too

If it's good enough for Monty Don, it's good enough for us...

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How to grow a hawthorn hedge like a gardening pro this autumn

One of the prettiest hedges around, learn how to grow hawthorns in your garden with our expert guide

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How to plant a magnolia tree –⁠ it could earn you almost £9000!

The stunning magnolia is the perfect tree to plant this November. Here's why...

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When to prune a climbing rose – here's what Monty Don and other garden experts say

We're taking a look at the perfect window for pruning climbing roses

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How to overwinter lavender in pots – 3 ways to ensure healthy blooms next year

Set them up for another year of successful blooming

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Best fruit and vegetables to plant in November – 9 options to give you a head start on next year's garden

Growing your 5-a-day starts now...

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When to cut buddleja back to encourage beautiful blooms next year

Keep your butterfly bush in check with these pruning tips

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Garden like a Scandi! Here's how to take geranium cuttings and overwinter them

Now is the time to take your cuttings and bring them indoors, pelargonsjuka style

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How to prune wisteria for beautiful Bridgerton-style blooms (but you need to do it now)

Your wisteria needs some serious TLC this month if you want it to shine next year

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Monty Don says ignore the RHS, because this is the very best time to cut hedges

This is when you should *really* be cutting your hedges, according to Monty Don

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How to propagate orchids and grow this expensive (and beautiful) flower for free

Can you *really* grow an orchid from a cutting? Let's talk

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The 10 best vegetables to sow in August for a bumper autumn crop

Plant these veg up and you'll be hosting your very own Harvest Festival in no time

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Gardeners could be slapped with a £5,000 fine for this garden waste mistake

This major garden waste mistake could prove an eye-wateringly expensive one

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Experts explain how to get rid of ants nest in your lawn without ruining the grass

Banish annoying ants from your lawn with these expert-approved tips

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