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Garden experts say this is the ultimate low-maintenance filler plant to plug tricky holes in your borders with colour – and right now is the best time to plant it

This beautiful, easy-to-care-for shrub is also a favourite amongst pollinators

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5 fast-growing pink perennials to plant in April – the pretty blooms garden experts recommend to fill your garden with colour quickly

Plant now for a pretty, pink garden

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These 7 low-maintenance plants for pots will make your front porch smell incredible all summer long – they'll boost your kerb appeal too

Bring some much-needed colour and fragrance to your front door

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How to reuse compost in your garden: experts reveal their secrets for successfully reusing this nutrient-rich soil amendment

Don't throw out your used compost; there are several ways you can repurpose it for your garden

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US veteran charged with ‘conspiracy’ over ICE protest refuses to plead guilty

The right to protest is ‘fundamentally American’, says Bajun Mavalwalla who awaits trial and faces six years in prison

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Looking to attract more birds to your garden? Experts reveal 7 plants that naturally provide food to entice feathered visitors

From stunning sunflowers to scented honeysuckle, these plants are the perfect way to attract visiting birds

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This is the time to plant blueberries for the best harvests this summer – don't wait or you'll miss out on punnets of juicy fruit

Plant them before the window closes and you'll be rewarded with sweet, juicy berries later in the season

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I'm using Monty Don's simple hydrangea trick for bigger and better blooms this summer – these are the varieties to try it on this March

This is the perfect window for deadheading these hydrangea varieties using Monty Don's top tip

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I'm blocking weeds before they sprout by using this old newspaper trick in my garden borders – it's a super easy, expert-backed method to stop them in their tracks

This natural fix is going to save hours of weeding later in the season

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I'm beating weeds to it by adding this flowering ground cover plant to my borders now – experts say it's so effective at stopping them in their tracks

It's practical and pretty

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This genius hack will quadruple your space for growing seedlings at home and fill your garden with even more gorgeous plants this spring

This is such a clever growing hack

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Experts identify the best flowers for small spaces: charming florals for compact gardens

When garden space is limited, it's important to pick the flowers that will make the most of your small plot

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Mould on the soil around your seedlings? Don't panic – it's actually more harmless than you'd think

These are the most common causes

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Hundreds protested against this Venezuelan’s detention by ICE. Now he’s free after seven months

Case continues against those who protested Joswar Torres’s arrest, with prosecutors seeking six years’ imprisonment

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6 old-fashioned plants making a big comeback in 2026 – expect bold colour and beautiful blooms

Show these grandma-style plants some love

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Garden experts want you to use this ingredient from your fridge to get rid of garden pests – the all-natural method works a treat

The natural way to get rid of pests

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5 unique bulbs to plant in February for stunning summer displays – from pineapple lilies to striking gladioli

From pineapple lilies to striking gladioli

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7 plants you can grow in water all year round – the effortless, mess-free way to grow vegetables and houseplants

These are the best plants for hydroponics

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What to grow in January: 7 edible plants, flowers and flora to add to your garden this month

Ready to get back in the garden in the New Year? These are the plants you can start plotting in your space

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What does it mean to 'overwinter plants' and why is it so important to help gardens survive the cold season?

Give your garden the best chance at survival this winter and master the art of overwintering

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How often should you water a poinsettia? A horticulture expert shares invaluable advice

Keep your favourite festive flower happy this winter with this comprehensive watering guidance

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Wildlife experts want gardeners to scatter tennis balls in their gardens – no, it’s not as bonkers as it sounds

This simple hack helps garden wildlife when the temperatures plummet

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Now is the perfect time to build a frog house – it'll attract nature's best slug-busters to your garden

Get started before they enter hibernation

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When should you cut back fuchsias? It all depends on the type, according to our garden experts

Wondering when is the best time to give your fuchsias the big chop? Here's what experts recommend

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