2 h. ago Gardeners urged to check two flowers for creatures that can cause chaos

Spring is here and flowers are starting to bloom, but two particular plants run the risk of getting infested with pests if not checked properly by gardeners

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3 h. ago Households urged to sprinkle 75p kitchen staple in garden to keep 3 pests away

If your garden is being chewed up by greedy pests then make sure to add this one cheap item to your plant beds - which will help keep hungry critters away for good

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6 h. ago Alan Titchmarsh urges gardeners to do one thing to keep ants away

If your garden is being plagued by ants then Alan Titchmarsh recommends following several fool-proof steps to banish them from your home once and for all

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6 h. ago Gardeners urged to save 95p kitchen scrap and see instant benefits to plants

Gardeners are advised to keep the onion peels to make an organic plant fertiliser - and it's completely odour-less, reducing the amount of food wastage by finding a second use

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16 h. ago Avocado lovers told to keep stones and bury them to save money

Follow these simple rules to grow your own avocado plant at home.

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20 h. ago Gardening fans urged not to throw away dandelions – the weeds have little

A plant educator has gone viral on social media after urging people to not kill dandelions growing in their garden – as they actually have a use that some are unaware of

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20 h. ago Gardener has 'easy' basil trick that will 'double your amount' in no time

With its distinctive flavour, basil is a popular herb that is added to a range of dishes. The leafy plant is easy to grow at home and one expert has shared a clever pruning trick

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31 h. ago Households urged to save avocado stones and bury them in soil

If you want to grow your very own avocado plant then follow these simple steps - just make sure not to throw out the seed the next time you buy an avocado

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48 h. 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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49 h. ago Gardeners urged to test seeds with one natural ingredient to make them sprout

Got a packet of old seeds you're not sure are still viable? You can test them quickly using one very cheap household item - and you'll see the results within days

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50 h. ago Households with foxes in their garden urged to leave out one kitchen scrap

Foxes are nocturnal animals, which means while we sleep, they are awake and often wreaking havoc in gardens. But there's one natural deterrent which could keep them away

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53 h. ago Gardeners urged to do one vital thing if blackbirds come into their garden

Numbers of this beautiful bird are on the decline - now twitchers are being asked to report any songbirds they spot at home to the Blackbirds in Gardens survey

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57 h. ago Gardeners with small spaces advised to plant these 20 flowers which thrive in pots

Garden lovers without sprawling lawns or flower beds are being urged to embrace the joys of container gardening - here are the top 20 flowers that thrive in pots

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63 h. ago Gardeners urged to ditch vinegar to banish weeds and use natural item instead

You may have heard that vinegar is a great way to get rid of weeds but one gardening expert has recommended an equally easy and more effective way to banish them for good

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to keep carrot peels and bury in soil immediately

Rather than chucking out your vegetable waste from this weekend's roast, you can improve the health of your garden by scattering carrot peels on your beds

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3 d. ago Gardeners with rhubarb urged to do crucial thing to crops in April

If you're excited to make rhubarb crumble this summer then follow this one expert tip to make sure your garden vegetable tastes as sweet and delicious as possible

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3 d. ago Climbing plants that will 'thrive' in your garden even if it gets no sunlight

If your garden is shaded by buildings or trees, it can be difficult to find plants that will grow well. However, there are some climbing plants that will thrive in the shade

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4 d. ago Gardeners with little space urged to plant these 20 flowers thriving in pots

No room for a garden? That’s no problem as these 20 stunning flowers and foliage plants thrive in pots making them perfect for patios, balconies and window boxes

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4 d. ago Alan Titchmarsh urges gardeners to plant four flowers to keep slugs away

Gardeners dislike snails and slugs taking over their beautiful garden spaces, but Alan Titchmarsh has revealed four must-have flowers that will keep them away all-year round

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4 d. ago Gardeners with hanging baskets given urgent 'do not' May warning

Gardeners have been urged not to hang their baskets outdoors just yet, as cooler spring nights could damage young plants if not given time to establish properly

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