4 h. ago UK households with artificial grass issued warning during heatwave

Anyone with artificial grass in their garden is being urged to follow this advice

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34 h. ago Gardeners told to put one common food on their bird table as soon as possible

Gardeners are being urged to put out a certain kind of food on bird tables to help them out during the vital fledgling season - and it's a food everyone is likely to have in their cupboards already

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3 d. ago UK households urged to check bird feeders as seeds could put them in danger

If you have bird feeders set up in your garden then an expert has recommended making sure you check one vital thing - otherwise you could risk making birds sick

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to 'not waste a drop' of water with heatwave set to grip UK

Wondering how you can conserve more water for your garden? An expert shares his top water-saving tips to help you keep your plants hydrated during the hot weather

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to do one regular task that destroys 'rampant' weed

The flowers may look pretty but bindweed can be a real menace in the garden, wrapping itself around stems and branches - and there's only one way to remove it

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5 d. ago UK households urged to place two types of fruit on garden lawns

Experts say it is important to keep birds fed over summer as well as winter

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7 d. ago Gardeners urged to leave these two fruits on the lawn this August

It's a crucial time of the year for birds and experts have shared how you can help this summer

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7 d. ago Gardeners urged to collaborate to help moths and hover flies thrive in cities

Researchers found moths and hover flies are more negatively affected by urbanisation than beesGardeners have been urged to work with their neighbours to support moths and hover flies after research found them to be particularly sensitive to urban landscapes.While bees get most of the attention when it comes to supporting pollinators in our cities, researchers found that their less glamorous – but no less important – counterparts from other orders are even more acutely affected by urbanisation. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Gardeners urged to 'prep the lawn' now to ensure grass is 'healthy' in autumn

Experts have shared the three essential tasks to complete now to ensure a thriving garden when the weather changes

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8 d. ago UK households urged to sprinkle chilli powder across gardens in August

It's the 'perfect time of year' for this gardening hack

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9 d. ago Gardeners urged to put chilli powder in their garden this August

Gardeners are being urged to scatter chilli powder around their garden to help wildlife.

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3 w. ago UK gardeners growing two vegetables urged to make vital check in August

Gardeners have been urged to conduct regular checks on these two popular vegetables throughout the month of August to encourage a healthy growth and production

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3 w. ago UK households urged to tackle common weed problem 'before it's too late'

Gardeners are being urged to complete this one gardening job in August to prevent bigger tasks in the upcoming seasons - and it will only take a few minutes from your day

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to make 1p addition to birdbaths to support birds this summer

Birds love a birdbath and with the recent heatwaves they have proved a vital resource for many, but there's a simple addition that will keep it clean and looking good.

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3 w. ago Gardener's clever lavender hack to get a 'perk' from your garden this summer

Lavender plants are at their prime right now, but one viral gardener has urged all keen growers to make sure they get the most out of their fragrant plants with this easy trick

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3 w. ago People urged to plant three flowers to repel wasps from their garden

If you're worried about being attacked by a surge of wasps during the heatwave make sure you follow this one easy expert tip that will keep these pesky insects far away from your home

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3 w. ago Households growing roses issued warning as UK temperatures soar

The heat isn't good news for everyone - gardeners are being urge to take extra care of their roses as temperatures continue to climb, otherwise they risk wilting away

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to spray fruit trees with one household item to keep them pest

Gardens are beginning to 'come alive' at this time of year, with salad crops and many other fruits and vegetables coming into their own - but they can also be a magnet for pests

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3 w. ago Gardeners urged to check their house plants as four pests move in

Be on the watch out for key signs that these four common pests have infected your house plants as they destroy leaves and flowers and risk spreading nasty diseases

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3 w. ago Households with bedding plants urged to act now to stop them dying

As temperatures continue to stay warm, gardeners need to pay extra attention to their bedding plants – otherwise they risk losing them. The UK is fast approaching its fourth heatwave, which means many of us are looking forward to BBQ parties and time spent lounging on the deck chair with a good book. Unfortunately, gardeners with bedding plants need to stay vigilant – as these plants are harshly affected by hot, dry conditions.

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