8 h. ago Gardeners warned to be prepared over popular plant used to make drugs

Sow your opium poppies - used to make medical painkillers including morphine, codeine and oxycodone, as well as illegal narcotic heroin - in autumn or spring for a bumper crop in summer

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8 h. ago Alan Titchmarsh issues garden warning insisting brutal pest can 'wipe out crops'

Alan Titchmarsh has raised the alarm over the return of a brutal pest, which is said to pose a serious risk to the food industry, after a sighting in Kent in 2023

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11 h. ago Gardeners issued urgent feed warning for fruit and vegetables during summer

Gardening experts have urged people to follow one simple rule to ensure a healthy growth on their plants during the summer months and ensure the best quality on their produce.

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11 h. ago Gardeners warned to watch for black spot disease on roses to prevent loss of blooms

Black spot leaf disease is a common fungal infection that affects roses and can be more prevalent in wet conditions - here's how to spot it and stop it from spreading in your garden

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57 h. ago Warning to anyone hanging bed sheets out in their gardens to dry

Despite the rising temperatures and warmer conditions, Brits have been advised against hanging their laundry to dry outside, particularly if anyone in their household suffers from allergies

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60 h. ago Expert warns garden mistake could kill your hydrangeas this summer

Hydrangeas are known for being low maintenance, but there are a few common mistakes that gardeners of all skill levels can make with them. Here's what you need to know

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61 h. ago Gardeners urged to avoid watering plants at specific time of day in June

As temperatures are predicted to soar this summer, a gardening expert provides a crucial warning over a common watering error many Brits make when caring for their plants

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4 d. ago Gardeners warned about destructive and invasive plant 'as bad as knotweed'

Gardening experts have raised concerns about this seemingly innocent-looking plant which can cause "significant damage" to buildings

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4 d. ago Gardeners warned not to use 'cheap drink' on hydrangeas and roses

Gardeners have been warned not to use 'instant coffee granules' on hydrangeas and roses after a woman asked for advice on the popular household scrap item

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5 d. ago Urgent warning to any UK household with artificial grass this summer

Artificial turf is convenient at best, but anyone with fake grass in their garden is urged to take extra precautions before lighting the barbecue this summer

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5 d. ago Gardeners issued warning over popular plant that's banned from sale and are urged to 'bin it'

Garden designer expert Diarmuid Gavin has warned gardeners about the distinctive-looking weed parrot feather which must be disposed of immediately if you spot it in your garden pond.

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5 d. 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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7 d. 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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7 d. ago Gardeners issued lavender pruning warning and told to leave one part alone

Lavender is a staple in gardens across Britain, but by doing this one simple and common mistake while pruning, you could be stopping your plant from ever growing back

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9 d. ago Garden enthusiasts advised to ditch hydrangeas due to 'silent killer'

Gardeners have been issued a warning about a "silent killer" that is causing hydrangeas to die out - but it's not too late to save your beloved flowers with these alternatives

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9 d. ago Householders warned over £5,000 fine for breaking 9am gardening rule

Gardeners should avoid mowing their lawn very early in the morning or late at night to avoid any complications.

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1 week ago Gardening expert issues warning about plants that should NEVER be seen in your garden

Never mind the celebrities in their floral frocks and shirts, it was the plants that were the stars at last week's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, including the King's Rose, pictured with the King.

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1 week ago Gardeners urged to slice open UK supermarket kiwis but issued one warning

A gardening expert and best-selling author has shared a comprehensive guide to growing kiwis in your own back garden, all you'll need is a store-bought kiwi to start

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1 week ago Common item you should never leave outside in May as it will attract rats

Gardening experts at William James have warned that rat populations can quickly explode in the warmer weather, and have shared some simple ways to keep them away

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1 week ago Gardeners warned over huge orchid mistake that stops them from flowering

If your orchids are looking a little yellow or lacklustre, you could be making one very common and simple mistake - luckily experts advise there's an incredibly easy fix

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