4 h. ago Lavender 'blooms brilliantly' if you avoid common watering mistake in summer

Lavender is a popular plant for summer gardens, thanks to its highly fragrant blooms, but gardeners need to be careful not to overwater the plant, as this can attract pests and disease

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13 h. ago Elevate your garden with a highly fragrant jasmine climbing plant worth £60 that's now 50% off

A highly fragrant white star jasmine plant is currently available for half its normal price, thanks to this gardening deal, and it's ideal for elevating any outdoor space or hiding unsightly areas

Economics

16 h. ago Highly fragrant jasmine climbing plant worth £60 gets slashed to half price in time for summer flowering

If you're on the lookout for a climbing flower plant that won't just elevate the appearance of your garden, but its scent too, this climbing jasmine is just the ticket - and right now it's on sale

Economics

21 h. ago Good news for gardeners! Scientists have uncovered a simple way to boost plant growth

Gardeners will try almost anything to help their plants grow. From fancy compost to strict watering times, there are plenty of ways to give their flowers a boost.

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21 h. ago War of the roses! Neighbour gets restraining order after stealing plant pots and decorations from next door for her own garden

Her target Patricia Thorley, who lived in the adjoining bungalow, said around £1,000 worth of items mysteriously went missing over a period of several years.

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45 h. ago Gardener shares five summer annuals to plant now for 'immediate floral colour'

Gardening expert Tom Watson says the summer annual garden-ready plugs arrive at this time of year, and he starts to plant them into the pots, beds and borders

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54 h. ago Gardeners urged to plant 12 flowers now to banish insects from your home

To avoid dealing with the annoying mosquitoes this summer, gardening experts have named the 12 plants that will help you keep any insects away from your outdoor spaces - and it works.

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3 d. ago Gardeners warned to be prepared over popular plant used to make drugs

Sow your opium poppies - used to make medical painkillers including morphine, codeine and oxycodone, as well as illegal narcotic heroin - in autumn or spring for a bumper crop in summer

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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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6 d. ago Gardeners warned about destructive and invasive plant 'as bad as knotweed'

Gardening experts have raised concerns about this seemingly innocent-looking plant which can cause "significant damage" to buildings

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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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7 d. ago Stop rhubarb from 'bolting' and getting too woody by doing one task in June

Rhubarb plants tend to grow their thickest and most succulent stalks in early June - but gardeners must pay attention to the plant in the next few weeks or they may not get any harvest at all

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8 d. ago Gardeners issued warning over popular plant that's banned from sale and are urged to 'bin it'

Garden designer expert Diarmuid Gavin has warned gardeners about the distinctive-looking weed parrot feather which must be disposed of immediately if you spot it in your garden pond.

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8 d. ago Experts warn against growing popular plant banned from sale as gardeners urged to 'bin it'

Garden designer and television personality Diarmuid Gavin has urged gardeners to look out for a distinctive weed growing in ponds, which he says needs to be disposed of without delay

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9 d. ago Warning as popular plant banned from sale with gardeners urged to 'bin it'

Take a close look at your pond - if you spot the distinctive-looking weed parrot feather, you'll need to pull it up and dispose of it without delay

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1 week ago Gardeners urged to plant 4 climbing plants now and watch them grow immediately

Climbing plants are a great way to take advantage of the strong natural structure of a fence or wall and they add a country cottage feel to any garden. Here are some of the best and fastest climbing plants to add to your garden

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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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2 w. ago California gardeners plant native species in parks to prevent wildfire spread – in pictures

Volunteers, organized by landscape architecture firm Terremoto, clear invasive plants and restore native fauna: ‘It’s a years-long relationship with the land’ Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Gardening expert names 'perfect' time to prune lavender so it blooms brilliantly

Lavender is a popular and easy-to-care-for plant that is a favourite in gardens across the UK - but it's important to know the right time to prune it to ensure it flowers beautifully

Science

2 w. ago How to create a colourful city garden that looks great, fights pollution and encourages biodiversity

With some smart planning even the smallest plot can burst with beautiful colour all year long

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