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Dividing perennials: when and how to do it for healthy new plants
How ToWith our tips on dividing perennials, you can fill your garden with more plants for free
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Expert tips on when and how to cut back perennials for neater flower beds
PlantsTidy up your flower beds with these top tips
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Hollyhock rust: what it is and how to treat it in your garden
PlantsOur top tips on hollyhock rust will help protect these cottage-garden favorites
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How to use neem oil on plants to get rid of pests naturally
How ToLearn how to use neem oil on plants for a natural and effective pesticide, which won't cause harm to humans, birds and other animals
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Deadheading rhododendrons: expert tips to keep your plant looking good
How ToGet more flowers with our easy step-by-step guide on deadheading rhododendrons
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Watering plants with milk: should you do it and what are the benefits?
How ToIf you've never considered watering plants with milk, it could be time to give it a try if you're looking for an easy way to get healthier garden plants
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Overwatering plants: how to identify, avoid, and repair the damage it causes
How ToAre you overwatering plants in your backyard? Too much water could be harming their health just as much as a lack of water
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Guide to soil types: how to work out what will grow best in your garden
GardensBy learning about the different soil types, you can improve your chances of gardening success
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Avoid this common mistake when watering your peace lily
PlantsExperts advise that water straight from the tap can be bad for these elegant and air-purifying house plants
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September gardening jobs: 18 easy tasks to get your plot in shape
GardensOur list of September gardening jobs is the ideal checklist for your growing and maintenance tasks
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How to care for a bonsai tree: simple tips for growing these beautiful plants
PlantsLearn how to care for a bonsai tree with our expert guide
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Pruning tree peonies: simple tips for these gorgeous blooms
How ToFollow these tips for pruning tree peonies and enjoy a multitude of flowers each year
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What to plant in September: our top 14 flowers to sow and grow this month
PlantsOur top picks for what to plant in September will give you a colorful display over the coming months, from cyclamen and chrysanthemums to stunning spring bulbs
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Philodendron care and growing guide: top tips for these leafy faves
PlantsFollow our care tips for philodendrons to keep these indoor plants looking beautiful all year round
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How to prune orchids in 5 simple steps
How ToOur tips for how to prune orchids will encourage your treasured plants to keep blooming for as long as possible
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Crocosmia varieties: 16 gorgeous types of montbretia to try
PlantsThese fiery crocosmia varieties add exotic elegance and vibrancy to borders, containers and the cutting garden
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How to repot an orchid, plus top tips on when to do it
How ToLearn how to repot an orchid and keep blooms fresh with this simple guide
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Best Mediterranean plants: 16 sun-loving options to try
PlantsDrought-tolerant Mediterranean plants make great gap fillers, climbers and architectural specimens to bring exotic glam to your garden
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Plants for front yards: 16 top choices to welcome you home
PlantsThese beautiful and easy-care plants for front yards are bound to make a good first impression
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Spiraea care and growing guide: expert tips for success
PlantsLearn how to grow spiraea and enjoy the bright flowers and attractive foliage of these easy-care shrubs in spring and summer
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Apple tree diseases: how to identify and treat 5 common problems
Grow Your OwnGet the lowdown on these apple tree diseases to keep yours healthy and enjoy a successful harvest
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Fuchsia gall mites: how to identify and get rid of these pests
PlantsIf your shrubs have succumbed to fuchsia gall mites, don't panic – we explain how to deal with them effectively
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This expert hack could keep ants off your plants – if all else has failed
How ToBaking soda could be the way to stop ants invading your outdoor space, according to one gardening expert
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This is how to keep your plants watered during a hosepipe ban, according to an expert
PlantsHosepipe bans and water shortages mean we’re having to get inventive about the water we use in our gardens
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Black-eyed Susan care and growing guide: expert tips for rudbeckia
PlantsGet the best Black-eyed Susans in your garden and enjoy late summer color with our expert rudbeckia growing tips
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Bay tree problems: 5 common issues and solutions
PlantsWe explain how to avoid these common bay tree problems, from pests to planting errors
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Using ash in the garden: 3 ways to use this budget-friendly material for healthier plants
How ToIf you've got a fire pit or woodburner, try using ash in the garden – there are plenty of benefits
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How to harvest sunflower seeds: get it right with our advice
How ToLearn how to harvest sunflower seeds at the right time and store them for planting or eating
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Milkweed care and growing guide: expert tips for these butterfly favorites
PlantsIntroduce these insect-friendly plants to your backyard by learning how to grow milkweed, the nectar-rich darling of North America