8 h. ago Gardeners urged to leave bowl of dog food in garden this July and August

Hedgehogs are a vital part of British wildlife but their numbers are also seriously under threat thanks to a mixture of habitat loss, climate change and the way gardens are now set up

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9 h. ago Gardeners urged to hang old and unwanted CD's in the garden in July

If you've a stack of old ones lurking in a cupboard, they could be put to good use outdoors this month.

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12 h. ago UK gardeners urged to do these five key gardening jobs in July

An expert has revealed the gardening jobs you should do to maintain your outdoor space this month

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13 h. ago Gardeners urged to place bucket of water in garden in July and August

Gardeners are being told to leave a bucket of muddy water in their gardens now

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32 h. ago Gardeners urged to put bucket of water in their garden right now

Gardeners are being urged to leave a bucket of muddy water in their garden during both July and August to attract frogs - here's everything you need to know

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38 h. ago Gardening expert urges immediate action if plants show 'sneaky' soil sign

It is a sign some gardeners could mistake as a positive one - but garden centre manager Hayden Salt says it is anything but

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41 h. ago Gardeners urged to plant 3 bulbs now to ensure blooms into autumn

If you're looking to fill your garden with fresh autumn flowers then don't hesitate to get started planting these gorgeous flower bulbs which will bloom after summer

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43 h. ago UK households urged to cover soil in one item already in your garden

As the temperature heats up across the UK, an expert has recommended taking this one easy step to help protect your soil and garden plants from the sun's relentless rays

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60 h. ago Gardeners urged to drill holes in fences before summer is over

Hedgehog numbers are significantly down in the UK in recent years, but gardeners should be doing everything they can to attract the spiky echidnas into their gardens this summer

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63 h. ago Gardeners urged to leave two fruits on lawns and bird tables in July

According to the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), gardeners should leave out a variety of different foods for different birds at different times of year

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66 h. ago Gardeners urged to keep hold of one kitchen scrap and sprinkle over plants

Before scraping that pile of potato peel into the bin, anyone with a garden has been urged to bag them up and sprinkle the food waste on the soil of their plants

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68 h. ago Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers to keep butterflies returning all summer

Gardening experts are urging households to plant these five plants to keep butterflies around during the summer time, and it only takes a couple of minutes from your day.

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2 d. ago Gardeners urged to act now to get rid of destructive pest living under soil

Watch out for this highly destructive garden pest which likes to hide in plant pots and destroy your plants - luckily, experts say there are several ways to banish them

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2 d. ago Gardeners with bird baths urged to make one immediate change in July

If you want to keep your garden birds hydrated this summer, then garden-owners have been urged to make one adjustment - and it needs to be done immediately

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to use one thing to ensure their blue hydrangeas stay blue

Blue hydrangeas can turn a shade of pink if they're not looked after properly, but there's one simple thing gardeners can do to make sure they keep their vibrant blue hue

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3 d. ago UK households urged to do one task so butterflies will keep returning

Transform your garden into a colourful butterfly haven with this one expert gardening tip that will see these gentle creatures fluttering around your lawn summer-round

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant 6 flowers that feed birds all summer long

Bird-lovers will be delighted to discover that these flowering plants will keep birds coming back to your garden as they provide them with nourishment and shelter

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4 d. ago UK households with gardens urged to take action if they see these birds

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is urging UK households to take action for one of the most frequently seen birds in UK gardens and outdoor spaces

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to spray one item immediately as Asian hornets spotted in UK

Asian hornets have an aggressive tendency to disrupt the ecosystem, and these flying bugs can also pack a painful sting if they come into contact with humans

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4 d. ago Brits urged to act immediately if they find one common sticky weed in flower bed

Brits are being told to act immediately after a common weed is set to overtake the garden spaces during the summer time, and you just need a towel and your bare hands.

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