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The best plants to grow in poor soil conditions – ensuring a blooming, beautiful garden

Is your soil not up to scratch? You can still grow some gorgeous plants, so long as you pick the right ones

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How to attract butterflies to your garden – expert tips on planting picks and other ways to welcome these winged wonders

Learning how to attract butterflies to your garden is beneficial for many reasons – and this practical guide makes it easy to get started

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6 of the best drought-tolerant plants for pots that thrive in a heatwave

These low-maintenance favourites love container life

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Best cutting garden flowers – 8 gorgeous varieties for homegrown bouquets

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These are the types of geranium you should deadhead in July for continuous blooms all summer long

And the ones you don't need to bother with!

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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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10 Types of Spider Plants That Take This Popular Indoor Garden Pick Beyond the Basics

Flex your green thumb by bringing home one of these beautiful, alternative spider plant varieties

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10 plants to propagate in July – save your money and fill your garden for free with these cuttings

Who said a beautiful garden had to be expensive?

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10 of the best climbing plants for your garden, from honeysuckle to sweet pea

Climbers bring vibrant vertical blooms to a dull fence – along with shelter for insects and even a cooling system for buildings during warm months. Here are the ones that our expert rates

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Balcony Plant Hangers Are the Small Space Dweller's Secret Weapon for a Lush Lounging Spot — This is Our Summer 2025 Edit

Design a verdant balcony without taking up any floor space with these beautiful hanging planters

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The best plants for a pergola: 5 thriving climbers chosen by professional gardeners

If you want to decorate a pergola with plants, be sure to heed the following advice to get maximum coverage

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Gardeners swear by this one trick to double your dahlias for a mass of beautiful blooms this year

Doubling dahlias is one of the best tricks in the book – especially if you want more flowers!

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Easiest flowering plants for summer – 8 pretty picks recommended by gardening professionals

These easiest flowering plants for summer make a stunning impact in borders and pots

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7 plants that will make your patio smell gorgeous - the top fragrant picks experts recommend potting up

From aromatic flowers to fragrant herbs

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10 of the best plants for a Mediterranean garden for an outdoor space that mirrors the gardens of Italy, Spain, France and Greece

Channel sunnier climes with these plants, shrubs and trees

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Ground cover plants – 8 low-growing options recommended by gardening professionals

A carpet of ground cover plants will cover unsightly bare soil and help suppress weeds – here are some top options to choose from

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How to get your garden ready for summer: 13 things you can do right now, according to the experts

Looking to refresh your outdoor space? We asked garden professionals for their top tips, from planting and composting to new garden furniture

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Brighten gloomy spots in your garden with these 8 expert-approved plants for shade

Try these brilliant plants for shade to make the most of your outdoor space, including flowering shrubs and a type of ornamental grass

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Small Japanese garden ideas – 7 ways to infuse a tiny outdoor space with Japanese-inspired planting and landscaping

Make the most of this popular garden style in a small space

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Crocus discount codes for June 2025 – save 20% on summer essentials

Get your garden summer ready with savings on vegetables, trees, bulbs and more

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5 best native plants to stop weeds – make caring for your garden easier while adding some beauty

Keep weeds at bay without compromising on your planting design

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When to plant dahlias in pots — garden experts say you should pot them up soon for a head start

You can get started earlier than you'd think

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I was sceptical, but these expert-approved plants and flowers convinced me that Mocha Mousse, Pantone's Colour of the Year, is the perfect colour for gardens

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The best winter bedding plants for a stunning splash of colour when it's cold outside

When the temperature dips and light levels are low, these winter bedding plants will transform your garden into something magical

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