6 h. 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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25 h. ago Anyone growing certain vegetables must do one thing to protect crop

With your summer vegetables growing steadily, don't let a common foe be the thing to destroy them before you have a chance to harvest them

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26 h. 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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30 h. 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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43 h. ago Common weed will starve and die when one ingredient is added to the soil

Horsetail, also known as mare's tail, can be a real nuisance for gardeners as it grows rapidly and spreads quickly - but there are a few ways to get rid of it

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3 d. ago Gardeners growing one fruit urged to pick them on specific date

Gardening World presenter Monty Don recommends picking this one delicious berry at a particular time of year, otherwise you risk missing out on tasting it at its best

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3 d. ago Gardeners urged to do one job now to stop roses from catching 'potential diseases'

Roses are a beautiful flower but they can be difficult to grow in the garden, so a gardening expert has shared her top tips for blooming roses to ensure they flourish

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3 d. ago Enjoy 'delicious' peaches this summer as 'easy to grow' fruit tree plummets to half

Fancy indulging in some mouth-watering fruit that's been grown in your own back garden, without breaking the bank? Look no further as this peach tree has just been slashed down to half-price

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4 d. ago Grow Your Own flowers, fruits, and veg at Dobbies’. Free Grow How workshop this August for gardening enthusiasts

Dobbies Garden Centres is hosting a free Grow Your Own workshop this August, where attendees will learn top tips for growing fruit, vegetables and flowers at home.

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5 d. ago Forget the calendar: This method reveals the ideal time to tackle garden pests

Gardeners can use a system called growing degree days to time pest control and planting more effectively

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5 d. ago Doctor tells any parent who uses a pushchair to make 'vital check'

The alert comes as the UK has been dealing with very high temperatures in recent days

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6 d. ago Woman's fast growing trees stop nosey neighbours snooping into her garden

Sick of dealing with neighbours that can't mind their own business? Don't worry, there is an easy and affordable way to block out unwanted eyes from your garden

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6 d. ago Popular plants that love common kitchen item so it never goes to waste

Want to cut down on food waste and help your flowers grow? These three gorgeous blooms are ubiquitous in British gardens and absolutely love one popular ingredient

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8 d. ago Gardeners ordered to do one unusual thing when growing potatoes

If you spot the leaves of your spud plants going brown and rotting you need to act fast and take drastic steps to prevent disease from racing through the veg patch

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8 d. ago Monty Don urges Brits to sow one vegetable now or miss crucial harvesting date

Gardening expert Monty Don recommends getting stuck into planting this one delicious and versatile vegetable now if you want to enjoy its harvest by the time autumn rolls around

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8 d. ago 'Best' tomato growing hack will help you get 'full of flavour' fruit using one item

Tomatoes need a steady diet of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium to grow the juiciest fruit. According to experts, there is a kitchen scrap item that contains these nutrients

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8 d. ago Seven flowers that will grow by themselves and and can be planted in almost any conditions

If you're new to gardening or simply want to take a break from high-maintenance plants, the following seven flowers are basically fool-proof and will thrive virtually anywhere

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9 d. ago Boost your roses' growth and longevity with three kitchen scraps this July

Roses are in full bloom now that summer has arrived, but there is a simple way to get healthier and more vibrant flowers by feeding them the right fertiliser

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9 d. ago Gardeners told to prunes these plants this week to get flowering boost in August

Pruning is done throughout the year to help the garden thrive and promote new growth. When to prune depends on what needs pruning, but August is a month when gardeners can prune plants such as lavender and roses

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1 week ago Households urged to grow herb on kitchen window sill that's 'great for beginners'

Gardening experts and beginners alike have been told to start their journeys with this one plant - it's affordable, and it's a must-have ingredient in the kitchen

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