86 m. 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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3 h. 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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3 h. 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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6 h. 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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8 h. 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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26 h. 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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32 h. 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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33 h. ago Weeds will vanish if one 35p kitchen ingredient is sprayed on lawns

Weeds can be a common issue for gardeners, with many turning to shop-bought weedkillers to combat the problem, but experts have shared a cheap and easy solution that can make them vanish

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53 h. 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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54 h. 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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68 h. ago Anyone feeding birds 'fat balls' in garden urgently asked to reconsider

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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3 d. ago Households urged to take action to prevent 2 pests from eating garden strawberries

Thanks to gardening expert and writer Simon Akeroyd, your fresh strawberries and other produce will remain untouched from unwanted pests by doing this simple DIY task.

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3 d. ago Prawns taste better when roasted with one £1.95 kitchen ingredient

Ditch the salt and elevate the taste of your prawns by adding this one simple ingredient that costs less than two pounds - and by also trying out different cooking techniques.

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to blast patio with 59p kitchen staple to make it good as new

Garden patios will come back to life by simply using this one household kitchen staple that costs less than a pound - and gardeners can expect results within 10 minutes.

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to prune common flower now to guarantee summer blooms

The rise in temperatures and the arrival of the summer season is urging gardeners to complete this simple task to ensure healthy and vibrant blooms in their garden spaces.

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3 d. ago Brits with butterflies in garden told to take urgent action 'before it's too late'

The UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme has released the latest annual results and they show that 2024 was one of the worst years on record for butterflies in the UK

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to one task immediately to stop veg crops dying of thirst

Vegetable patches need urgent attention come the height of summer, as longer and stronger UV rays make it much easier for plants to wilt and even die if neglected

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4 d. ago Gardeners urged to surround plants with lemon peels immediately

If you're not sure what to do with your leftover lemon peel, don't toss it away just yet - experts recommend using it to give your garden plants a much-needed boost

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4 d. ago Anyone with roses in their garden urged to take swift action in June

If you notice your plants are not looking as healthy as they should be, they could have fallen victim to this disease, according to one expert

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5 d. ago UK households urged to mix 35p kitchen staple with soap to banish flies

If you're being plagued by flies this summer, no need to pull out the fly swatter just yet - household experts have shared a cheap and nifty trick to keep them far away from your home

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