Amateur Gardening - July 01, 2023

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“Buzy Lizzies are making a comeback so feast your eyes on stunning mildew-resistant impatiens,” says Graham

“Add some high summer drama with garden-ready dahlias,” says Sally

Midsummer garden jobs

Do a little, often, to keep your plot flourishing

3 mins

Dividing Siberian irises

Remove old growth to keep clumps productive

1 min

A plant for indoors and out

Coleus leaves will brighten home and garden

2 mins

Pest controls

At the first sign of pests you may want to start spraying, but biological controls can be more efficient

2 mins

Annual report

Val looks at the joys of sowing and saving annual seed

3 mins

Scented-leaved pelargoniums

Try growing scented-leaved pelargoniums - a fascinating group of plants whose dainty flowers open against scented leaves in a range of fragrances

6 mins

Add the wow factor with Garden-ready dahlias

Forgot to plant dahlia tubers in spring, or simply want to squeeze in a few more? Invest in ready-grown specimens and you'll have instant colour for months

5 mins

Top Ten Impatiens

A few years ago busy Lizzies were hit by downy mildew, but now mildew-resistant impatiens are on sale again

3 mins

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Amateur Gardening Magazine Description:

Every week, Amateur Gardening is the first choice for both beginners and knowledgeable gardeners looking for advice and easy-to-follow practical features on growing flowers, trees, shrubs as well as fruit and vegetables. Be inspired, by our beautifully illustrated features covering plant and flower groups, both home grown and exotic, and take a sneak peek into some of the most beautiful private gardens around the country. Plus, every week we feature expert opinion and tips from some of gardening’s most influential exponents including Toby Buckland, Bob Flowerdew, Anne Swithinbank, Peter Seabrook and Jo Whittingham.