6 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers that thrive without water even in summer

Not all plants need regular watering - an expert shares five flowers that are highly drought-resistant and which will continue to bloom over summer without much help

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7 d. ago Monty Don tells gardeners to act with 'urgency' if they want 5 veggies to grow

It's not too late to start your own vegetable garden - horticultural expert Monty Don reveals five vegetables that will thrive in your garden if you plant them now

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1 week ago UK households urged to look out for key sign you are overwatering plants

Water is essential for plants to thrive, but for many novice gardeners it can be hard to determine whether you are offering too much - now there's a key sign to watch out for

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1 week ago Gardeners urged to plant 4 flowers that thrive in shade and with little attention

If your garden doesn't catch much light or you're worried about a grey summer then don't worry - experts recommend planting these four flowers that require little maintenance

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1 week ago Homemade spray keeps rats away from your garden without using chemicals

Rats in the garden can be a real nuisance, but an expert has shared an 'all-natural' rat repellent that can be made at home and is both kind to the environment and the rodents

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1 week ago Gardening expert issues warning about plants that should NEVER be seen in your garden

Never mind the celebrities in their floral frocks and shirts, it was the plants that were the stars at last week's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, including the King's Rose, pictured with the King.

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2 w. ago Gardening expert's simple breakfast staple to ensure 'beautiful blue' hydrangeas

Hydrangeas produce bigger and more bountiful blooms when fed the right breakfast staple, according to a garden expert who has shared the "easy" way to get 'beautiful blue' flowers

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant one flower next to tomatoes and watch them thrive

If you've noticed your tomato plants being destroyed by sap-sucking pests in previous years, try planting these flowers in the same bed to naturally repel insects and grow healthier fruits

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3 w. ago Tomato plants will thrive when grown near these three plants which 'repel pests'

When planting tomatoes, using other plants nearby can help to encourage a healthier plant with better fruit yields, while the wrong companions could result in the death of the entire crop

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3 w. ago Garden expert shares simple technique to help indoor plants thrive in your garden

Plant lover Krystal Duran has shared an easy method to help more people take their indoor greenery out into the garden.

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4 w. ago Flowering Plants That Thrive in Sandy Soil 2025: Here are 11 plants to brighten up the trickiest garden borders

If you pick the right plants you can enjoy colour year-round in the most poor quality sandy soil.

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