5 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant 12 flowers now to banish insects from your home

To avoid dealing with the annoying mosquitoes this summer, gardening experts have named the 12 plants that will help you keep any insects away from your outdoor spaces - and it works.

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9 d. ago Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers that thrive without water even in summer

Not all plants need regular watering - an expert shares five flowers that are highly drought-resistant and which will continue to bloom over summer without much help

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1 week ago Experts warn against growing popular plant banned from sale as gardeners urged to 'bin it'

Garden designer and television personality Diarmuid Gavin has urged gardeners to look out for a distinctive weed growing in ponds, which he says needs to be disposed of without delay

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1 week ago Warning as popular plant banned from sale with gardeners urged to 'bin it'

Take a close look at your pond - if you spot the distinctive-looking weed parrot feather, you'll need to pull it up and dispose of it without delay

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2 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant 4 climbing plants now and watch them grow immediately

Climbing plants are a great way to take advantage of the strong natural structure of a fence or wall and they add a country cottage feel to any garden. Here are some of the best and fastest climbing plants to add to your garden

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2 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant 4 flowers that thrive in shade and with little attention

If your garden doesn't catch much light or you're worried about a grey summer then don't worry - experts recommend planting these four flowers that require little maintenance

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant 3 flowers with huge blooms in King Charles's grounds

The King is famously hands-on when it comes to his own gardens, but even if you don't have the budget to recreate his stunning green spaces, then you can still take a leaf out of his book with these plant recommendations

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant 10 flowers to add beautiful colour all year long

These plants are guaranteed to add a touch of colour to your garden all year round, from bright pink flowers to blues and blood reds, this avid gardener shares his ultimate list

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3 w. ago Monty Don urges gardeners to prune one plant by exact time in summer

British horticulturist and TV presenter Monty Don has urged Brits to get into the garden and complete one crucial task this summer, following weeks of sunny spells and balmy temperatures

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers to deter rats 'find them repulsive'

If rats are overrunning your garden then experts suggest growing these five plants in your garden which will send any nasty rodents sprinting in the opposite direction

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4 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant one flower next to tomatoes and watch them thrive

If you've noticed your tomato plants being destroyed by sap-sucking pests in previous years, try planting these flowers in the same bed to naturally repel insects and grow healthier fruits

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4 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant 5 vegetables for best chances of thriving

If you're looking to fill your garden with fresh greens and delicious vegetables this summer, then an expert recommends planting these hardy and low maintenance plants

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last month Gardeners urged to plant 10 vegetables in May to guarantee bumper crops

These are the seeds you can start sowing in plant pots indoors now, with a few you can whack straight into your borders. If you act now you can be reaping the rewards in no time, with broccoli, carrots and beetroot at your fingertips.

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last month Gardeners urged to plant four fruits in May for huge harvest ahead of summer

With the temperatures rising in the month of May, it's time to complete some gardening tasks - starting by planting some fruit trees to create your own produce.

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