12 h. ago Gardeners issued urgent 'do not' warning if they see ladybirds on plants

Ladybirds are a crucial part of keeping plants and natural ecosystems alive, and one gardening expert has shared his crucial advice to anyone who notices them on their plants

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14 h. ago Gardeners urged to keep 7 houseplants that survive without water for weeks

While it's nice to have houseplants, it can be hard to look after them all, especially if you are going on holiday or lead a busy life - so here are some pretty low-maintenance and forgiving plants

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14 h. ago UK households told to make urgent watering change to gardens this week

While the hot weather is great for those who want to sit outside and enjoy it - it's not as great for outdoor plants, and gardeners should change this one gardening habit during the heatwave

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18 h. ago Gardeners urged to repeat simple task every week to keep roses blooming

Gardeners are all encouraged to give their roses a little love this summer during the heatwave - and these little tricks will help keep them blooming all summer long

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50 h. ago Gardeners urged to do one simple task this week to protect lawns ahead of heatwave

The warm weather can be detrimental to our gardens, but following this expert advice will help prevent it

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63 h. ago Gardeners urged to do one simple task this week to stop plants dying

Garden plants react to the heat almost exactly like humans do - and anyone tending to their gardens this week need to provide a little more TLC

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to follow this 1p bird bath trick this summer

Householders are being advised to put copper coins in their birdbaths to protect wildlife.

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3 d. ago UK gardeners urged to leave spare coins in birdbaths over summer to counteract one common problem

It is a simple solution to a common problem over the summer months

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4 d. ago Brits urged to clean garden furniture today to protect it from one thing

Tree sap can cause damage to garden furniture, and with the Met Office issuing yellow weather alerts due to expected thunderstorms, one expert has shared tips on how to clean it off

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4 d. ago UK households urged to plant three flowers if they suffer with common allergy

Summer has finally arrived, but so has the hay fever season - but thanks to gardening experts, it can all now be solved by planting these three beautiful flowers.

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5 d. ago Gardeners issued urgent ladybird warning for June as insect loves particular flower

June marks the peak flowering season for roses. Whether they’re climbing up walls and trellises or flourishing in borders and pots, roses are the essence of an English country garden and remain a firm favourite among gardeners.

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5 d. ago Gardeners urged to do one thing if they spot butterflies near specific plants

Gardening expert Diarmuid Gavin has warned gardeners over a pretty creature which could actually wreak havoc with one vegetable crop

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5 d. ago Why you shouldn't put 'fat balls' out for the birds when the temperature rises

As the Usutu virus spreads, homeowners who feed birds in their gardens are urged to reduce bacteria as much as possible

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5 d. ago Gardeners urged to put garlic in plant water until October for important reason

Putting garlic in some of your plant water can help protect some of your most vulnerable seedlings and plants from some unwelcome guests who are known to enjoy chowing down on them

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5 d. ago Gardeners urged to shut all windows when doing one common task in June

If you live with hayfever sufferers, there's one simple trick to help prevent pollen from unnecessarily spreading into your home

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6 d. ago Get to grips with pollination – your garden (and the bees) will thank you for it

GCSE biology a distant memory? Here’s how plants reproduce, and how to encourage themIf you’re growing any plants for fruit, getting your head around pollination is key to ensuring a bountiful harvest. Thankfully, the plants and the pollinators – whether that’s bees, beetles or a summer breeze – have a system for making this happen. Still, any grower should be familiar with the pollination needs of their crops in case intervention is necessary.If GCSE biology is a distant memory, here’s a quick refresher. Pollination is the reproductive process whereby a flower’s pollen is transferred from the stamen to the stigma before travelling to the ovule, where fertilisation takes place. Seeds start to develop and, for those crops that coax a creature into dispersing their seed, a fruit will form and swell around them. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Gardeners urged to complete 3 simple tasks in June for a stunning outdoor space all summer long

June is the perfect time to give your garden a bit of love and attention to ensure it's looking its best all summer long

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6 d. ago UK households urged to remove 3 items from garden to stop influx of ants

Gardening experts have shared the most effective and harmless way to get rid of ants and other insects by naming the three most common items people tend to overlook.

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7 d. ago Gardeners urged to dig out secret weed in June which looks like common flower

Gardening experts are urging gardeners to keep a close eye on weeds this month, including one which produces pretty flowers

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7 d. ago Households urged to move plants away from windows before 29C heatwave

Gardening experts have shared some of their most crucial tip for keen plant lovers ahead of the summer heatwave set to hit this weekend - and how to keep your plants alive for longer

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