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    • Picture of a colourful autumn garden

      Gardener shares 7 flowers to grow in September that will keep a garden colourful in autumn

      It turns out you don't need to have a dull or bare garden in autumn, as there are plenty of...

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    • A gardener tends a rose bed, trims the plants with pruning shears. Gardening concept.

      Prune six plants in September and they’ll be 'packed with flowers next year'

    • Beautiful yellow rose in rose bush affected by black spot

      Roses will bloom for longer and fight black spot when sprayed with one item in September

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    Cranefly larva tipulidae
    Hidden garden pest could be reason behind brown lawn patches - act now in September
    Secateurs
    Five plants to avoid pruning in September—including hydrangeas
    Lavender plants
    Lavender blooms will triple and look prettier if you do simple task before summer ends
    Hand Picking Ripe Homegrown Apple From Tree in Garden
    Anyone growing apples in garden urged to take action now
    Unrecognizable Woman Planting Garlic in Garden Soil During Late Autumn. Wearing bright yellow rubber gardening boots and protective gloves. She uses h
    Gardeners urged to do five easy jobs now to make a ‘huge difference’ in September
    LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Monty Don attends The RHS Chelsea Flower Show at Royal Hospital Chelsea on May 20, 2024 in London, Eng
    Monty Don shares how to get rid of slugs naturally this autumn as UK faces more rain
    • Heavy rain falling on patio

      UK gardeners urged to check plant pots and containers this week

      After a hot, dry summer, the return of rain will be welcome news for many gardeners.

    • Cornflower

      Doing one thing now will leave your garden prepped for stunning blooms next summer

    • Close up of a wild brown rat in Autumn foraging and eating seeds in natural woodland habitat.   Facing right.  Horizontal.  Copy

      Mice and rats will run from your garden if you plant 6 flowers they hate

    Picture of amagpie in a garden
    Magpies will stop stealing from bird feeders if you place one simple object in the garden
    weed on patio
    I easily killed patio weeds using 90p natural item — not vinegar or salt
    Gardener using black plastic sheeting for preventing weed growth by covered soil.
    Gardener issues important advice to anyone using fabric to suppress weeds
    • Garden

      Gardeners told to complete crucial job as soon as possible after heatwave threat to plants

      As August concludes this bank holiday weekend, three experts have revealed the essential...

    • Brown rats breed year-round in warm environments they peak during spring. They reach sexual maturity as early as 5 weeks old. Ge

      Rats will 'stay far away' from your garden if you plant three herbs

      Rats are a common pest that can cause significant damage to your home and garden.

    • Bee on a branch of flowering rosemary

      Lavender and rosemary will flourish before your eyes if you scatter natural item on soil

      A simple gardening task can dramatically improve the plants' health whilst boosting soil...

    • Hampton Court Palace Flower Show - Day 1

      Alan Titchmarsh adds five plants to garden at end of summer so it's 'colourful for longer'

      Alan Titchmarsh is gearing up for the "lovely" month of September, turning his attention to...

    Narcissus 'Tete-a-tete' flowering in early spring
    Daffodils will have 'maximum effect' in spring if you do Monty Don's simple job now
    Petunia plant with wilting flowers. Deadheading, plant care and flower gardening concept.
    Gardeners' World warns Brits to not to touch one thing until next week
    Green lettuce in growth at the vegetable garden
    The 4 best vegetables to plant in September for a plentiful patch
    Close-up of a rake being pulled through a pile of autumn fallen leaves on grass
    Lawns will be healthy and green if gardeners do one job in September
    • Artificial turf creates a natural look in a backyard garden.

      Lawn expert reveals the one job to do right now

      A lawn expert has revealed the simple job homeowners should tackle now to help their grass...

    • Wasp sitting on a glass  - danger of swallowing a wasp in the summer

      Keep wasps away for weeks when 1 product is sprayed on garden furniture – no chemicals

      Wasps can be a real nuisance in the garden, but there could be a simple solution to deter them...

    • Retired senior woman gardening. Pulling the weeds and edge garden beds.

      Garden expert reveals 5 jobs to do by September – and the 1 thing you shouldn’t rush

      Gardeners have been urged to tackle five key jobs before September arrives, but experts say one...

    • Dry and damaged grass needs lawn care

      Brown grass will turn green again if gardeners do 3 things now

      Brown grass does not necessarily mean that your lawn is dead, the gardening expert said.

    • Senior Caucasian Woman Emptying Lawn Mower Grass Catcher Box into Wheelbarrow

      Lawns will be healthy throughout ‘autumn and winter’ if gardeners do two jobs in September

    • Gardener is carrying a wheelbarrow full of grass.

      Gardeners urged to follow '4 step method' to achieve a lush green lawn this month

    White peace lily flower (Spathiphyllum) in home interior, close-up of blooming houseplant with green leaves, elegant indoor plan
    Peace lilies will bloom gorgeous white flowers with easy task done for two weeks
    Woman watering freshly planted lavender
    Gardeners urged to check their gardens before Monday for 1 plant
    Close up of gloved hand sowing beans in a shallow furrow....
    4 vegetables you can still plant in September explained by garden expert
    • Coal Tit And Blue Tit Feeding On Peanuts In Bird Feeder

      Warning to anyone with bird feeders in garden

      Those with bird feeders in the garden are being urged to take simple steps to protect garden birds.

    • Chelsea Flower Show 2018 - Press Day

      Alan Titchmarsh warns gardeners to stop watering one key plant now

      As one of the hottest summers on record draws to a close, Alan Titchmarsh urges gardeners to...

    • Older woman pruning

      Keep, cut-back or replace – be utterly ruthless in prepping your garden for autumn

      DAVID DOMONEY: By the end of August you'll know what has worked - and what hasn't. Make your...

    • grey cat in garden

      Lawyers explain your legal right if your neighbour’s cat keeps pooing in your garden

      Legal experts explain what UK homeowners can do if a neighbour's cat keeps using their garden as...

    A garden storage cabinet
    Yimbly launches huge sale with deals on garden sheds and furniture
    Brown rat in a garden looking at camera.
    'Rats keep coming to my garden from neighbour’s side' - legal rights explained
    Monty Don
    Monty Don’s heartbreaking five-word admission about loss just months before sudden death
    Monty Don at Longmeadow with his dog, Ned
    Monty Don urges gardeners to do urgent job now and reap the benefits next year
    • Close up of fresh green grass lawn

      Grass will be greener if you do 1 easy task now — 'ideal time'

      The hot, dry summer has turned the grass brown, but a simple task will get it green again.

    • bird on a branch

      Gardeners urged to do 1 task to keep magpies and robins returning and healthy in autumn

      Magpies and robins are familiar sights in gardens across the UK, but they need your help this...

    • Faded hydrangea flowers with brown petals and scorched leaves show signs of heat stress and decay. The plant stands on a balcony, damaged by sun expos

      Stop hydrangeas from going drooping by adding common item to the soil now

      If you've noticed your hydrangea leaves drooping and becoming crispy, there's one thing every...

    Close-up of female farmer checking the soil quality in a field.
    Gardeners urged to avoid throwing away any leftover compost in August
    Green Lawn in Landscaped Formal Garden
    Make yellow lawns green again with easy 'screwdriver test' to revitalise
    • Lawn overseeding

      Patchy and sparse lawns will turn 'thick and green' fast if gardeners do 1 task this week

      Struggling lawns will bounce back if gardeners do this simple task.

    • Close-up of wet plant leaves

      Gardeners urged to check gardens for one invasive plant that grows in August

    • Woman's hand showing rose leaf with symptoms of fungal disease.

      Roses and hydrangeas could be 'saved from black spot' by adding natural item to soil

    Arionidae
    Slugs will stay off plants if 22p natural spray is misted on leaves
    Vibrant pink hydrangea flowers blooming in a lush green garden
    Hydrangeas will stay stronger throughout autumn if easy 10-second task is done now
    Man pruning green tomato plant inside greenhouse
    Gardeners urged to do five jobs before September arrives - keep garden productive
    Gardening tools and spring flowers on wooden table
    Free £10 to spend at YouGarden
    • A weed plant

      Bindweed won't come back if you do one easy gardening task now

      Bindweed has an extensive root system that can quickly harm other plants

    • Fresh sliced watermelon on a white plate The Concept of summer refreshment

      Gardeners stunned as unlikely fruit starts growing in UK after scorching summer

      Gardeners have been left amazed after an unexpected fruit began thriving in Britain's scorching...

    • Weeds growing through a patio

      Weeds will die and not return if you use one item everyone has — not salt or vinegar

      There is a cheap and easy solution to kill garden weeds.

    Red Maple leaves
    Japanese maple leaves won't turn brown or fall off if you do one job before September
    Lavender bush
    Monty Don urges gardeners to do lavender task now or risk ‘woody’ and ‘leggy’ plant
    • RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 - Press Preview

      Alan Titchmarsh names the seven plants he'd have in any garden

      Alan Titchmarsh said the task was "ridiculous" for a lifelong gardener, yet the former...

    A woman gardening
    How to best water your garden if you have a hosepipe ban in place
    Garden bird bath
    Bird baths will be free from algae for months if you put one simple item in the water
    Garden
    Expert names five gardening jobs to do before the end of August
    These are growing so nicely
    Peace lilies will produce more flowers and be healthier if 10-second job is done
    • Woman cleaning up her garden, pruning ivy

      Ivy will be killed for good and can't grow back if you use one natural item in August

      If you are one of those gardeners struggling with ivy that keeps coming back, then this natural...

    • man putting up umbrella in garden

      Gardeners urged to put a saucer in the garden this week

      It's been a hot, dry summer and wildlife needs your help to recover.

    • Robin garden bird perched on a garden bird table

      Robins will flock to your garden daily if you make one tweak to your bird feeder

      Robins might be best known as a winter favourite, but they live in UK gardens all year round -...

    Man cutting overhanging tree
    Solicitor explains who’s responsible if a neighbour's tree overhangs your garden
    Robin garden bird perched on a bird table
    Help robins and blackbirds in summer with expert's 5-minute care tip
    • Fresh ripe blueberry berries background

      Stop wasting money on supermarket blueberries – use £1.29 method instead

      If you're buying blueberries from your local supermarket, you need to stop, as you can get an...

    • Overgrown Grass

      Lawns will survive heavy rainfall come autumn if one key task is done now

    • Man on a ladder fixing rain gutter on a UK house

      Gardeners urged to clear gutters before Wednesday or it will be ‘too late’

    Texture of dry brown grass The Concept of severe drought
    Warning issued to UK households with brown grass after heatwave
    Lawn mower on grass in garden
    Lawn experts warn gardeners not to put one thing on your grass this year
    The Killik & Co A Seed in Time Garden, By Baz Grainger
    Alan Titchmarsh names one plant he 'hates' in new garden after considering 'axing' it
    Ollny Solar Lights Outdoor Garden
    Gardens 'transformed' with solar lights so good shoppers 'buy four sets'
    • Mangoes composition

      Gardeners urged to put mangoes in garden before autumn

      Gardeners are being urged to use mangos in their garden this summer.

    • Garden lights

      Households with lights in gardens issued warning

      While many people hang lights on their garden fence, there are actually some rules you should...

    • Tom Strowlger

      Lawns will look thicker and greener if gardeners do one thing to patchy areas now

      The gardening expert shared a simple method to repair bare patches and help lawns grow a carpet...

    Spanish slug feeding on a strawberry close up
    I've never seen a slug in my garden thanks to three natural deterrents I use every summer
    Dry grass due to drought. Liskeard, Cornwall, UK
    'Don't rush to fix' drought-stressed lawn as 'it won't revive faster', gardener warns
    • Leopard slug (Limax maximus) adult gastropod molluscs on a garden vegetable plant leaf in summer, England, United Kingdom

      Slugs will leave your plants alone to thrive when you sprinkle leftover ingredient in soil

      This easy, cheap hack will make slugs and snails ignore your plants - and help nourish the soil too.

    Young Green Elephant Foot Yam Plant with Central Stem and Canopy Leaves in Natural Grassland
    Gardeners' World presenter debunks huge myth - and it's bad news this summer
    dry grass
    Get lawns 'back into shape' this weekend with simple '13cm' garden job
    Mowed green frontyard grass before residential suburban house summer sunny day
    Garden lawns will grow back thicker and greener with 2 essential steps
    Woman gardener hand holding pink hydrangea
    Hydrangeas will bloom again if you stop doing one common task in colder weather
    • Soft pink and purple hydrangeas bloom in dense clusters. Petals show gentle gradients from blush to lavender. Green leaves frame

      Cutting hydrangeas in September 'causes problems' says garden expert

      September is a key month for getting the garden ready for autumn, but there are some plants that...

    • screwdrivers in a garden

      UK households urged to stick screwdrivers in lawns before September

      Gardens have been scorched by recent UK weather, but things will soon change according to...

    • Bright pink Alcea rosea, or hollyhock, in flower.

      Hollyhocks will achieve 'continuous flow of flowers' if one task is done before September

      A hollyhock is a symbol of the traditional English cottage garden.

    Brown rat runs under a deck
    Rats will steer clear of gardens if £3 homemade spray is used
    Natural Organic Plant Fertilizers
    Gardeners urged to sprinkle eggshells on brown lawns
    • Rows of various potted conifer trees at Swanns Nursery garden center, Suffolk, England, UK

      With autumn on the horizon, here's how to keep your garden in shape as it dies back

      DAVID DOMONEY: Evergreen trees will give your garden height, structure and permanence... and...

    • Dried out lawn with a single weed still green

      How long it takes for a brown lawn to turn green again after drought — expert explains

    • Peace lily

      Revive yellow peace lilies fast by doing two simple tasks expert recommends

    Portrait of happy senior woman gardening. She is pruning flowers.
    Roses will bloom beautifully if you add one natural item to soil before September
    Lettuce leaf with snail
    'Tricky' slugs will keep out of your garden and stay 'under control' with 1 natural fruit
    Green grass in sunlight close up
    Revive garden grass after heatwave by following expert's 'one third' rule
    Woman watering potted plants outdoors
    Garden expert warns stunning plant will struggle to bounce back after heatwave
    • Lawn damaged by hot and dry weather (2026)

      Gardeners urged to push a screwdriver into the lawn this week

      The hot, dry weather is coming to an end - and it's the perfect time to get in the garden.

    • Hedgehog in garden

      Gardeners urged to do one daily task in August to save hedgehogs

      It will keep hedgehogs safe and healthy.

    • Picture of a stressed out summer lawn

      Yellow lawns will come back greener and thicker if gardeners do a crucial task in August

      Drought-stressed lawns have a chance to grow back and become healthy again with one simple...

    Close-up low angle view of vibrant green wild grass and weeds sprouting between weathered grey stone pavers on a pathway during
    Ditch salt and vinegar for better natural weed killer hiding in the kitchen
    A pretty Coal Tit ( Periparus ater) feeding from a peanut feeder.
    Those with bird feeders in garden urged to do 1 thing as rain returns
    • Pink hydrangea

      Hydrangeas and lavender will thrive if one task is avoided in September

      Gardeners are being urged to avoid one task come September.

    Patchy Lawn Showing Contrasts in Grass Color and Growth
    Brown lawns will bounce back in days with three simple steps
    Watering the garden with hose
    Alan Titchmarsh shares 'simplest way' to water gardens during hosepipe ban
    Dry and Dead Grass Patch in Lawn
    Gardeners urged to do key lawn task this Sunday to revive brown grass after heatwave
    A woman tending to her garden
    Lavender will grow more flowers if you add one 'Mediterranean' ingredient to soil
    • Tomatoes

      Gardeners urged to do 10-second task weekly for bigger, juicier tomatoes

      Tomatoes are nearing the end of harvest season, but there is still time to get bigger, juicier...

    • European goldfinch bird eating at a bird feeder

      Bird feeder 'disease' reminder to millions as rain returns

      Gardens can be a lifeline for birds - but nature fans could be contributing to the spread of...

    • Picture of a dandelion on a patio

      Weeds will stop growing on patios if you swap vinegar and salt for a better natural item

      It turns out there is an effective way to kill late summer weeds without having to use...

    Close up of a women watering vegetables in a raised bed
    Plant watering mistake to avoid in gardens during heatwave and dry weather
    Close-up of rock dove perching outdoors,Australia
    Pigeons simply fly away from gardens if 1 item is left outside
    • Patchy Lawn with Green and Brown Grass in Summer Heat

      Brown lawns will turn lush and green again with one kitchen item

      The heatwave has crippled our lawns and turned them brown and crispy.

    • Used coffee grounds on plant

      Stop buying plant food when a kitchen scrap produces 'incredible' blooms for free

    • Gardener pulling weed from patio

      Gardeners urged to pour vodka over patio this month

    Lavender
    Lavender will grow back better next year if you do one key task in August
    A woman pruning in her garden
    Gardener says prune eight plants in August to 'encourage next year's blooms'
    A fox in a park
    How to store your bins to stop foxes tucking into your rubbish
    Young man hands wearing garden gloves, removing and hand-pulling Dandelions weeds plant permanently
    Gardeners can keep weeds at bay all year using something they'd normally put in the bin
    • Picture of a bird eating out a feeder

      Bird feeders are easier to keep clean if gardeners do simple task once a week in August

      Bird feeders can be a lifeline for birds struggling in the summer heat, but one simple weekly...

    • Bristol, UK: December 14, 2016: Argos store front with the website on the commercial sign. Argos is a British catalogue and shop

      Argos cuts ‘beautiful’ and 'comfortable' bistro set to half price in summer sale

      It's perfect for enjoying a drink or reading a good book in the sun this summer.

    • Jet washing or pressure washing patio, before and after cleaning

      Patios will be cleaner without scrubbing if you use one cheap Home Bargains item many love

      A woman on TikTok has shown that pressure washers and expensive cleaning products are not vital...

    Golden, dry grass texture isolated on white background
    Gardeners with brown lawns told to add one thing in September after rain returns
    Dried landscape with golden grasses under the bright sun shows the effects of drought in a rural setting
    Gardeners urged to remove one item from brown lawns as rain returns
    • Taille d'un olivier au printemps

      Gardeners urged to complete ‘simple’ 20cm job this week

      One popular plant can become difficult to manage if you don't complete one job before the end of...

    Cute hedgehog cub is looking for food in the meadow, he has to grow a lot until winter and eat enough fat reserves for hibernati
    Hedgehogs will return to your garden again and again if you leave out two food items
    A large tree having been cut down in a garden
    Legal rights explained when neighbour cuts down your tree without asking
    The Killik & Co A Seed in Time Garden, By Baz Grainger
    Alan Titchmarsh tells gardeners to do one task every evening throughout August
    Picture of pigeon perching on a fence
    Pigeons will stay out of gardens for good if you hang up one common household object
    • Beautiful backyard floral garden

      Gardeners urged to do 1 thing in August to make flowers 'look better for longer'

      August heat can make your flowers look like they are giving up, but one tiny habit keeps the...

    • Alan Titchmarsh

      Alan Titchmarsh names seven scented plants he ‘would never be without’ in garden

      Famous gardener Alan Titchmarsh has named seven plants complete with inviting fragrances that he...

    • Goldfinch in habitat

      Goldfinches will keep coming back to your garden if you grow one flower they love

      Goldfinches are beautiful birds that are known for their colourful feathers and cheerful songs.

    Woman pruning lavender flowers
    Monty Don shares the best time to prune lavender to avoid a woody and leggy plant
    A hedgehog showing itself in the garden during the day.
    What to feed hedgehogs to attract them to your garden this summer
    • Brittle, curling Japanese maple leaves

      Japanese maples will never turn brown and crispy in hot weather if you use natural item

      Stop Japanese maple leaves from getting damaged during the hot weather the UK is experiencing by...

    • Wild garlic

      Gardeners urged to put garlic in watering cans before October

    • Greenfinch, Carduelis chloris, Denmark

      Protect birds in UK gardens from disease with vital 2-step RSPB method

    Hydrangeas
    Hydrangeas will burst with prettier blooms in August if you add natural item to the soil
    Various weeds growing in an unkept lawn
    Weeds will ‘magically disappear’ for good from your garden if you grow three common plants
    dry grass
    Lawns will grow thicker, healthy grass without moss after August gardening job
    Orange and apricot coloured ball Dahlia 'Cornel Brons' in flower.
    Dahlias will grow more 'brightly coloured flowers' if gardeners do one simple task
    • care of garden

      Horticulturist names 8 easy gardening jobs you need to do before the end of August

      Horticulturist and founder of GardeningExpress.co.uk has shared his top eight gardening jobs for...

    • Low snowpack in Colorado is adding to drought crisis

      Brown crunchy lawns will come back greener by adding 1 natural item now – no chemicals

      A greener and healthier lawn is something everyone wants and it's harder than ever to achieve...

    • washing up liquid

      Gardeners urged to spray washing up liquid on plants

      Gardeners are being urged to spray washing up liquid on their plants this summer.

    Woman in jeans overall smelling wild flowers outdoors on allotment
    Stately home's Head Gardener shares 2 minute trick to help garden wildlife
    Stone planters with pink busy lizzies
    Give your garden a focal point that draws the eye for stand-out stunning
    • An unwanted rat in a household garden

      Rats will disappear from your garden when they 'take one smell' of natural deterrent

      It's something you probably already have in your kitchen.

    Patio weeds
    I banish weeds from my patio with two kitchen items everyone has — clear winner
    Monty Don
    Gardeners' World fans 'disappointed' as Monty Don fails to issue 'poisonous' plant warning
    Property Interiors
    One change to your garden could cause neighbours to report you to authorities
    LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 30:  Sir David Attenborough opens Woodberry Wetlands on April 30, 2016 in London, United Kingdom.  (Phot
    David Attenborough shares urgent advice for all cat owners with gardens this summer
    • Primrose in the garden

      Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers before the end of August for glorious autumn colour

      With the end of summer quickly approaching, gardeners are being urged to plant flowers now for...

    • Bouquet of lavender in a rustic decorative setting

      Lavender will bloom a second flush of flowers if you do one simple task before August ends

      Lavender should be in its final flush of flowers in August, but there's a simple method to make...

    • BRITAIN-LIFESTYLE-HORTICULTURE-CLIMATE

      Key task gardeners need to do now to avoid leggy Lavender according to Monty Don

      Doing this one task to your garden in August will help stop your Lavender from growing long,...

    Portalfilter and fresh roasted coffee bean.
    Gardeners urged to place coffee grounds on patios this month
    Picture of a rat in a summer garden
    Rats will flee your garden when they smell one natural food item they cannot stand
    • Delicate pink roses in bloom on summer branches in garden

      Roses and tomatoes will bloom brilliantly if watered with simple ingredient in August

      Roses and tomatoes are two of the most popular plants in the UK, and both could benefit from a...

    • Slugs

      Slugs will avoid plants if you water them at specific time of day

    • Picture of a gravel weed in summer

      Gravel weeds will wilt and not grow back if you use Alan Titchmarsh’s natural method

    Couple working in the garden together, planting bougainvillea
    Gardeners urged to do one crucial task before 10am every day this week
    Close-up of coworkers preparing flower pots in a greenhouse
    Gardener lists 5 drought-tolerant plants that survive hot weather
    Dirty driveway
    Patios are easier to keep clean if you sprinkle 65p item on top every week
    Japanese maples
    Japanese maples thrive in autumn if 10 minute task is done in August
    • Orange and pink hybrid tea rose, rosa 'Volcano' in flower.

      Essential August task rose experts say you must do 'now' to save your flowers in heatwave

      As temperatures remain high across much of the UK many people are finding their roses are having...

    • Hand Pruning Green Plant Branches with Garden Scissors at Home

      Lavender and hydrangeas will be 'strong and healthy' after simple August gardening job

      August is the perfect time to enjoy the beauty of your garden and to get it ready for next year.

    • Market for sale plants. Many plants in pots

      Garden centre chain with 50 UK stores forced to make major change

      A major British garden centre group is changing what it sells as traditional garden plants...

    A pigeon on a ledge
    RSPCA shares 7 reasons why the humble pigeon unfairly gets a bad rap
    Hannah Bourne-Taylor
    Clarkson’s farm expert tells everyone with garden to put out bowl of water on Wednesday
    • Delicate Japanese maple leaves, deeply lobed, bright red-pink, intertwined with green leaves of other plants, shown in close-up

      Gardeners urged to add one simple item to soil or risk Japanese maple 'dieback'

      Japanese maples are a popular choice but without proper care they can suffer from dieback.

    Picture of a robin in a garden
    Robins will be healthier for autumn if you leave simple food item outside in August
    A general view of a slabbed patio, with wooden table and black chairs furniture with parasol looking towards a house with white
    UK conservatory, shed and garage rules clarified 'with £3,500 cost'
    Outdoor Patio Light
    Rules for hanging lights in your garden explained – and when you're breaking the law
    Man trims overgrown tree branches near shed, clearing area after strong wind maintenance.
    Lawyer explains legal rights when a neighbour's tree is overhanging your garden
    • Homemade tomato feed

      Tomatoes will be ‘sweeter’ and ‘tastier’ with homemade fertiliser gardener says is ‘best’

      While tomatoes are relatively easy to grow, they still require special care to produce the...

    • 2004 Edinburgh International Book Festival

      Monty Don warns gardeners to do one task before they go on holiday - or face consequences

      The Gardeners' World presenter and horticultural expert has some key advice for green fingered Brits

    • Grass growing through cracks in patio

      Weeds will brown and die in three days when you cover them in one natural item in summer

      To get rid of those nightmare plants sticking out of your patio and paving, it turns out there's...

    Square Tea Bags
    Gardeners urged to scatter torn up teabags in garden
    Plants
    Gardeners urged to plant these 11 plants that can cope with heatwaves
    • Picture of a bird drinking out of a birdbath

      Birdbaths are easier to keep clean if gardeners pour one natural item into the basin

      Birdbaths have a bad habit of turning mucky green in summer, but there is a simple way to deep...

    • Woman pruning lavender flowers in field, closeup

      Two common plants Monty Don says you must prune now before September begins

    • Alan Titchmash

      Alan Titchmarsh names 'five key gardening jobs' you should do in August

    Portrait of European robin perched on a tree branch
    Robins will flock to your garden if you make 1 bird feeder change in August
    Diarmuid Gavin And Carol Klein
    Droughts can be good for our gardens - for 1 reason
    low angle view of small rat in white kitchen cabinet
    Keep rats and mice away from homes with £1.20 basic kitchen staple
    A hard wood fence outside a house
    Gardeners urged to cut holes in garden fence in August
    • Bright blue hydrangeas bloom in a garden surrounded by colorful flowers during the afternoon

      Hydrangeas stay happy during hosepipe ban when you put 1 item in soil

      The record-breaking high temperatures and dry weather has been wreaking havoc on many people's...

    • A woman digging compost into a raised bed

      Anyone with a garden urged to do 1 thing during heatwave

      Consecutive heatwaves have left hedgehog populations starving and dehydrated, with gardeners...

    • Gorgeous Rose

      Roses will never weaken in summer if you do one simple task now that takes five seconds

      To keep your roses blooming strongly in summer and through till autumn, there is a quick and...

    Weeds
    The 30p weed killer alternative hiding in your laundry cupboard
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