13 h. ago Welsh homeowners with garden decking urged to do 1 task this summer or risk infestation

Experts are warning homeowners to check decking for pests as they seek shelter in decking during the summer months, with rats, ants, foxes and even snakes increasingly seeking shelter under the structure

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20 h. ago Monty Don urges Brits to sow one vegetable now or miss crucial harvesting date

Gardening expert Monty Don recommends getting stuck into planting this one delicious and versatile vegetable now if you want to enjoy its harvest by the time autumn rolls around

Politics

20 h. ago Brits urged to keep out of gardens from 11am everyday until one major change

As temperatures are set to shoot up all across the UK this week, Brits should avoid heading out during a certain time of the day otherwise they may risk falling ill

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22 h. ago Gardeners urged to chop up old cans and place around plants immediately

Your garden will be terrorised by bugs no more after implementing this handy trick. Experts recommend using old cans to help protect your plant beds from this one nasty pest

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42 h. ago Brits urged to cover strawberry plants with one common household item

Looking forward to biting into a bowl of fresh strawberries this summer? Make sure to protect your strawberry patch with this one handy item that protects your fruit from pests

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43 h. ago Gardeners told to prunes these plants this week to get flowering boost in August

Pruning is done throughout the year to help the garden thrive and promote new growth. When to prune depends on what needs pruning, but August is a month when gardeners can prune plants such as lavender and roses

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43 h. ago Met Office urges Brits to leave out one item for birds this week

With another heatwave on the way, experts have urged all homeowners to help out the wildlife in the scorching temperatures amid dehydration concerns, especially for birds

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64 h. ago Households urged to grow herb on kitchen window sill that's 'great for beginners'

Gardening experts and beginners alike have been told to start their journeys with this one plant - it's affordable, and it's a must-have ingredient in the kitchen

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68 h. ago Alan Titchmarsh urges households to follow one grass rule during hot weather

The UK's recent spate of sweltering weather may be leaving your lawn lacklustre - but Alan Titchmarsh recommends taking this approach when it comes to your garden

Society

3 d. ago UK households urged to move plants away from window sills and conservatories this week

House plants are typically placed in parts of the home where they have access to direct sunlight

Economics

3 d. ago Gardeners urged to ditch one task this July for a healthy, lush lawn

Going a month without doing this task can help your lawn and also the local wildlife, and the bees

Society

3 d. ago Gardeners urged to keep hold of old milk cartons for crucial reason

No need to put your old milk jugs in the bin just yet - experts recommend one savvy way to reuse them to boost plants in your garden and cut down on plastic waste

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3 d. ago Households urged to soak one vegetable in water and pour over plants

As temperatures continue to sizzle across the UK, your plants may be in for an unpleasant sauna. Luckily, an expert explains how one vegetable that can help them stay hydrated

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4 d. ago UK gardeners growing lilies urged to 'watch out' for one common problem in July

Anyone who has lilies in their garden is being told to keep an eye out

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to move plants away from specific spot this week

If you have multiple plants in the direct firing line of the sun now is the time to move them, as the country is expected to boil once again in temperatures of 30C and higher

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to 'spare a few minutes' for key job this month

As we settle into early July, gardens across the country are reaching their vibrant summer peak. The longer days and warmer temperatures have flowers and bedding plants bursting with colour

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to make urgent change to 3 vegetables growing in July

As July is expected to bring more hot temperatures in the coming days, gardeners are being warned over the extra TLC their veggie plants need

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5 d. ago Simple July task gives gardeners a 'second flush of flowers' this summer

A timely trim can rejuvenate early-flowering perennials, giving a garden a new lease of life in the height of summer, horticultural experts say

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6 d. ago Monty Don urges gardeners to focus on one plant struggling to flower in July

The UK's recent soaring temperatures have put a strain on many popular garden plants used to milder climes - fortunately Monty Don offers a fool-proof tip to keep this one plant flowering

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6 d. ago Brits urged to take house plants into the garden and do one simple thing

As July temperatures continue to swelter across the UK, experts have recommended one key way to keep your house plants healthy.

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