6 h. ago Gardeners issued crucial warning over 10 plants that easily scorch in the heat

Be careful to avoid placing these shade-loving plants directly in the sun this spring - otherwise you risk destroying their leaves and stunting their future growth

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23 h. ago 'Do not' plea to gardeners after 'one of the worst years ever' for butterflies

Experts have issued a plea to gardeners this summer to help protect struggling butterfly populations across the UK

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4 d. ago Rhubarb mistake to avoid or risk bad crop warns gardening expert

The recent spell of sunny weather has bathed Britain in glorious sunshine but you might have noticed some unexpected effects on your rhubarb plants, but they're easily fixed

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5 d. ago Gardeners issued urgent rats warning over common bird feeder mistake

If you notice your bird feeder is attracting an unwanted infestation of rats, squirrels and other pests, experts recommend making just one simple change to keep them at bay

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5 d. ago Bompastor warns ‘nothing done yet’ after Chelsea shatter Crystal Palace

Chelsea put their Champions League defeat against Barcelona behind them with a dominant 4-0 victory against a 10-player Crystal Palace. Guro Reiten opened from the spot before Catarina Macario scored a brace. Mia Fishel rounded off the night to restore their six-point lead at the top of the Women’s Super League.Sonia Bompastor praised her side’s performance to gain a “crucial result” but warned that “nothing is done yet” in terms of the league title. “We are in a good position but nine more points need to be played and it’s enough for Arsenal to come back,” the Chelsea manager said. “Everything is possible. I will only relax when it is mathematically done.” Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Alan Titchmarsh issues 'most important' advice to gardeners this spring

The gardening legend has launched his own YouTube and social media accounts hoping to attract a new generation of gardeners

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1 week ago Foxes will run away from your garden instantly with 14p item they 'strongly dislike'

Gardeners can now easily outfox pesky foxes intent on destroying their carefully planted flowerbeds this bank holiday weekend, and it will only set them back a pleasingly pocket-friendly 14p

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1 week ago The indoor houseplant plant that can help you breathe more easily

It's ideal for the rooms you spend the most time in like your bedroom or home office

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1 week ago Gardeners issued 'do not' warning over leaving out specific dried fruit

Gardeners are advised to avoid hand-feeding birds this spring, as it could cause more harm than good, endangering both themselves and the birds

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2 w. ago Gardeners issued brutal bird feed warning over scraps falling on lawns

Gardeners are warned that leaving uneaten bird feed in the garden can spread fatal diseases to the wildlife - with leftovers doing more harm than good

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2 w. ago Business secretary refuses to say whether British Steel will get raw material before furnaces go out

Jonathan Reynolds has warned that crucial blast furnaces cannot be re-started once they go out

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2 w. ago Gardeners' World's Monty Don issues huge career announcement after heartbreaking 'goodbye'

Monty Don, 69, has been a part of the BBC Gardeners' World team since 2003

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2 w. ago BBC Gardeners' World's Monty Don issues major career announcement away from show after sad news

Monty Don, 69, has been a part of the BBC Gardeners' World team since 2003, and has since become a household name as a gardening expert and horticulturist

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2 w. ago Gardeners issued urgent rain warning by expert over huge mistake Brits make

Collecting rainwater may just seem like an economical way of feeding the garden, but it could pay dividends in summer if a hosepipe ban comes into effect

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2 w. ago 'Avoid' warning issued to gardeners feeding birds this spring

It's encouraged to leave food out for birds in your garden - but there is some key advise that you should follow

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3 w. ago Gardeners issued urgent 'act now' pruning warning for hydrangeas

If you want your hydrangeas to turn out as vibrant and healthy as possible this summer, then make sure to do this one important step to stop them from becoming damaged

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3 w. ago Gardening expert issues warning to anyone with certain tree in their garden

Japanese maples are a popular choice for gardens, but people are being warned of making one simple mistake if they have one in their garden

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3 w. ago Monty Don issues urgent tulip warning to gardeners before May to stop them from dying

If you're growing tulips in your garden this spring, then Monty Don advises you make sure to do this one important step - otherwise you risk them dying before they can bloom

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