9 h. ago Gardeners told 3 major flowers will blossom early after record temperatures

The Met Office says that April's unusually sunny and dry weather conditions has led to a major shift in plant growth cycles - with some flowering earlier than expected

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12 h. ago Gardeners told to plant 3 flowers that fight weeds but with caution

Gardeners are being advised to plant natural weed-fighting flowers, but to proceed with care, as not all options suit every garden or local ecosystem

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34 h. ago Roses will be instantly revived if fed £2 item in the middle of summer

Gardeners are being told to use these two items to ensure that their summer blooms, particularly roses, are staying as vibrant and colourful during the spring and summer months.

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3 d. ago Gardeners told to do two important jobs in May or 'lose control'

If you want your garden looking its best for summer there are two tasks you have to check off now before it's too late - and they're simple enough for even the most amateur gardener

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3 d. ago Households told to save empty water bottles and put them in your garden

If you have a load of empty bottles lying around don't toss them in the bin just yet - experts say they can be transformed into highly efficient tools to help your plants thrive

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4 d. ago Gardeners told to sprinkle 59p baking ingredient on tomato plants to make them sweeter

Tomatoes are a great plant for beginners to start growing, as they are versatile and delicious, however, if you want to make them as tasty as possible, there's a cheap trick you can try

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1 week ago Households with cats using the garden told to make urgent change

Experts urge Brits to fit bell collars on cats as garden birds face alarming population drops with the National Go Birding Day concept highlighting conservation concerns

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2 w. ago ‘I love humans – it gives me the courage to approach them’: the disarming work of Mao Ishikawa

For five decades the Japanese photographer has captured the internal lives of a host of unlikely subjects, from dockers to Black GIs. Now a new show celebrates an artist dedicated to documenting the underdogIn 1975, when Mao Ishikawa was in her early 20s, she took a job in a bar frequented by Black American GIs stationed at Camp Hansen, in Okinawa. She had grown up hating the Americans who controlled her home island and, to this day, maintain military bases there. Yet she found kindred spirits among the soldiers and her fellow barmaids, with whom she lived and loved and also photographed. These images became her first major documentary series, Red Flower: The Women of Okinawa, and capture a sense of their youthful freedom and outsider bonhomie, from the group of men and women hanging out in bed to the trio hitting the town for a night out, the women’s hair teased into afros, massive hoop earrings glinting.Like much of what you can discover in Ishikawa’s first UK surve...

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2 w. ago Warning to homeowners with this type of tree in their garden

Some weeds and invasive grasses can also become highly flammable in hot, dry conditions as gardeners are told to keep a close eye on their outdoor spaces

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2 w. ago Homeowners with shady garden told to plant these 5 flowers that will thrive

If have an outdoor area that has a lack of sunlight, there are still some flowers that will grow.

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3 w. ago Gardeners told to mix chilli flakes into bird seed to get them thriving

As gardeners are being urged to feed birds more than ever during the spring and summer months, the fight against squirrels is on - but it can be made easier with one trick

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3 w. ago Gardeners told to follow 7 simple steps to banish fungi from lawns

If your garden is being plagued by an unwanted fungi infestation, then experts have recommended these seven simple steps to get rid of mushrooms and prevent future growth

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3 w. ago Gardeners told to place two common 50p fruits on bird tables right away

Gardeners are being urged to use apples and pears and place them on bird tables during the spring months, but to be aware of the placement as predators might be near those areas.

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4 w. ago Gardeners with rhubarb told to do one key thing now or risk 'major problems'

Rhubarb plants can be grown in pots for those who don't have space in the soil as long as they get plenty of sunshine and regular watering. Three key tasks need to be done now

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4 w. ago Gardeners told to grow one plant to repel slugs as they hate the smell

As spring gets into full flow, many gardeners are preparing for the return of slugs - but there's a natural deterrent that could help protect precious plants flourish

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4 w. ago Gardeners told to make urgent change to lawnmower now or risk killing grass

If you want your lawn to look picture perfect in time for summer, then make sure you follow this one expert tip to keep your grass healthy and nasty weeds at bay

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last month Gardeners told to do urgent task after planting vegetables to ensure they thrive

Gardeners are now being told to use a a fleece, Thermacrop or a cloche to cover their newly planted veggies to ensure a healthier growth and avoid unwanted pests attacking their fresh produce.

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