12 h. ago Buy small plants – and consider a ‘bulb lasagne’: how to give your garden a late

From planting in odd numbers to painting fences and walls the same colour, here are some easy, effective ways to give your outdoor space a seasonal spruce-up“It is not always necessary to rip out everything and start again,” says Ella Malt, who runs the gardening company Soil and Soul Norfolk. “It is much more sustainable to work with what you have. You can make such a difference with a bit of cutting back, clearing up leaves, cutting an edge on a lawn. People notice edges: you could spend hours making a herbaceous border perfect but if the edge of that border isn’t crisp, it will automatically look untidy.” Continue reading...

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28 h. ago UK households warned of five common summer plant diseases that can 'ruin' your garden

Knowing the signs to look out for can make all the difference, gardening experts say

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5 d. ago 10 best portable air conditioners to cool your home, tried and tested

Move one of these portable ACs between rooms to circulate an icy breeze

Society

3 w. ago How to ensure your children get the most from your garden this summer

Creating fun activities outside is key to getting your children to engage with nature

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3 w. ago AD FEATURE: Win a fantastic garden bundle worth more than £1,600 to elevate your outdoor space this summer

If you're longing to bring the garden of your dreams to life, AO is offering the chance to win a host of gardening essentials and a sleek new barbecue*

Economics

3 w. ago 'Fairycore' floaty dresses from £36 to give you an ethereal look at any summer event

From garden parties to summer weddings, these whimsical styles from Next, New Look and more will give you an ethereal, fairy look from £36

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3 w. ago Dunelm fans race to get 50% off 'stylish' garden furniture set perfect for summer

Dunelm is offering shoppers a 50% discount on its Santorini Two Seater Bistro Set. Perfect for lazy summer days, the garden furniture is now on sale for less than £60

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3 w. ago I found a way to get a £400 garden pergola perfect for any summer weather rain or shine for £99'

It's perfect for a morning coffee, afternoon nap or evening cocktails

Economics

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

Politics

3 w. ago 15 Best lawnmowers to keep your garden healthy this summer, tried and tested

These top-rated machines take the toil out of gardening

Society

3 w. ago Rats will avoid your garden in hot weather if one ingredient is scattered

Gardeners have been told to use this natural remedy in their garden this summer to kick out all of the rats and ensure they don't come near your garden spaces ever again

Events

3 w. ago Create a 'cosy and magical' ambience in your garden with these solar

Spruce up your garden, patio, decking or balcony this summer with these decorative string lights that shoppers are raving creates a 'cosy and magical vibe' - plus, they're currently on sale

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4 w. ago Debenhams' 'brilliant' and 'easy to put together' £500 rattan furniture set is now almost £300 off

The 3 Seater Rattan Garden Corner Sofa Set is the perfect spot to soak up the summer sun in your garden and thanks to the Debenhams summer sale, you can save almost £300

Economics

4 w. ago Wowcher launches huge summer sale on garden furniture, parasols and sheds

It couldn't be a better time for shoppers to grab garden furniture at lower prices

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4 w. ago Popular Wetherspoons beer garden opening later in time for summer months

The pub garden in Shaw will be open for an extra two hours every day

Politics

4 w. ago Best chimineas for evenings in the garden this summer and beyond

Keep warm and cosy al fresco, with these clay, steel and iron heaters

Politics

last month All gardeners in Wales urged to avoid 1 common lawn mistake in July

Lawn care in the summer is important, so a garden expert has shared the one mistake that most people make when mowing the grass which can lead to it turning patchy and brown

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last month Add a tropical touch to your garden this summer with half price 'candy pink' flowering trees

Green-thumbed shoppers looking to add some tropical colour to their garden this summer won't want to snooze on this pair of candy pink flowering trees that are now 50% off

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