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How to be a thrifty grower
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How to be a thrifty grower

We start the year as we mean to go on with our Thrifty Grower campaign to help you garden in a money-conscious way and make the £££s go further. Here's a taste of what's coming up, with tips and advice so you can get cracking right now

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January 2023
Make wildlife at home
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Make wildlife at home

Winter is a key time to help wildlife. Monty shares his experience of welcoming wildlife into his garden, whether it's feeding a multitude of birds or choosing not to tidy up borders in the winter

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7 mins  |
January 2023
2 for 1 entry City escapes
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2 for 1 entry City escapes

There's still much to see with the 2 for 1 Entry Card as autumn begins to set in this month we discover days out just a stone’s throw from major city centres

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November 2022
We love December
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We love December

The last month of the year: another four seasons over and they have been a bit of a rollercoaster (not just horticulturally).

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December 2022
Fresh from the plot
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Fresh from the plot

With the arrival of chilly weather, this season’s crops are all but over... with the exception of Rekha’s precious saffron harvest perfect for her deliciously warming cardamom loaf

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November 2022
Time for new ground rules
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Time for new ground rules

The soil beneath our feet is home to billions of unseen life forms that just love to make plants happy. Stephanie Hafferty shows how we can all give them a helping hand by protecting our soil

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6 mins  |
November 2022
House plants going big!
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House plants going big!

Huge indoor plants have never been more popular. S House-plant expert Joe Bagley shares his advice on buying, growing and caring for these green giants

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November 2022
Pot up these warming wonders
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Pot up these warming wonders

Give your patio, doorstep or balcony a colourful boost with these seasonal pot combinations from Bob Purnell

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6 mins  |
November 2022
OUR QUEEN REMEMBERED
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OUR QUEEN REMEMBERED

Reflecting on The Queen’s lifelong love of the natural world, Alan Titchmarsh remembers his gardening encounters with our late sovereign

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November 2022
My search for hidden Venice
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My search for hidden Venice

It may be defined by its relationship with water, but the iconic Italian city is also home to some of Europe's elusive gardens - escape with Monty as he takes a journey to discover its secluded treasures

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November 2022
Savour the season
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Savour the season

Autumn's not a time to tidy up and put your garden to bed for winter, says Adam. Embrace the season and revive your planting to bring interest for months to come

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November 2022
The peat ban spotlight Switches to growers
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The peat ban spotlight Switches to growers

Our roundup of the month's latest gardening news and views

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6 mins  |
November 2022
Carex
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Carex

It divides opinion, but this versatile sedge is ready to add interest to any garden, says Graham Rice

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November 2022
We love November
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We love November

The pumpkins of Halloween are now just sadly decomposing memories on doorsteps across the land, and the spirit of Christmas though looming and quite apparent In our supermarket aisles) is not yet at full volume. This is a restful month where the first cold spells will come to dislodge the last of the autumn colour, and we can tuck it neatly away to make compost and leafmould for next season. It is still warm enough for comfortable gardening, yet the weeds have stopped growing and our lawns have settled into winter. Enjoy the quiet it won't last long!

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November 2022
Bounty on a budget - SEED SOWING
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Bounty on a budget - SEED SOWING

In this fifth of a six-part series, expert grower Sally Nex shows how to get the most out of your plot, with advice on seed sowing now so you can be one step ahead for next year's harvests

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September 2022
Designer style for tiny spaces
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Designer style for tiny spaces

Small-space solutions aren't the first things that spring to mind when you think of the world's grandest flower show, but Chelsea 2022 was packed with ideas for tiny plots. We scoured the show for the best, finding clever ideas for containers, seating, water, homegrown crops and more.

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September 2022
A French tradition
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A French tradition

Whether you're visiting vineyards or bringing the magic of France to your own back garden, the great outdoors is the perfect place to taste the love with LU biscuits

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September 2022
PLANTS WITH PURPOSE Part 6: Shade
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PLANTS WITH PURPOSE Part 6: Shade

Not sure what to plant in shade? Then follow nature's lead, says Carol Klein, as she selects fabulous plants adapted to low light

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September 2022
Beacons of spring
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Beacons of spring

As we leave summer behind, it's time to plan ahead, says Monty - and guarantee early colour in late winter and all spring by planting bulbs. Follow his guide to starting now for best results

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September 2022
Your ultimate cut flower guide
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Your ultimate cut flower guide

Bring the garden into your home with Louise Curley's guide to growing, cutting and arranging homegrown flowers. In this first of a two-part series, she looks at what to snip in the garden, how to condition stems and the best dahlias for the vase

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August 2022
Bounty on a budget
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Bounty on a budget

PART 4- Continuing her six-part series, veg growing expert Sally Nex looks at how to pick your crops at just the right time, stay ahead of garden pests, and save seed for next year

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August 2022
Fresh from the plot
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Fresh from the plot

This month Rekha is basking in the warmth of late summer, as her crops ripen for harvest. Meanwhile, in the kitchen, it's time to make a batch of deliciously spicy sweetcorn scones

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August 2022
Call of the wild
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Call of the wild

Want to try a more natural way of gardening but not sure where to start? Sally Nex explores rewilding on a small scale and offers easy first steps

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August 2022
Where do I start? Water features
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Where do I start? Water features

PART 11 Getting started

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August 2022
COOKING UP A TREAT
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COOKING UP A TREAT

With hazy, lazy days gliding into balmy August nights, now is the perfect time to cook and enjoy your meals outdoors. Let Adam Frost be your guide as he looks at the very best ways to cook in your garden, from fire pits and barbecues, to stoves and pizza ovens

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August 2022
Pots for summer impact
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Pots for summer impact

In the final instalment of her summer container series, Arit shows us how to plant up a display teeming with seasonal colour and punch

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August 2022
PLANTS WITH PURPOSE
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PLANTS WITH PURPOSE

Part 6: Trees

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4 mins  |
August 2022
Monty's summer veg patch
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Monty's summer veg patch

Discover how to get the most from your veg patch as Monty shares his expert advice on harvesting veg and planning ahead for winter crops

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August 2022
PLANTS WITH PURPOSE
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PLANTS WITH PURPOSE

Bring life and colour to your pond with carefully chosen plants. Carol Klein explains how to choose the right ones

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June 2022
Monty's summer veg patch
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Monty's summer veg patch

Discover how to make the best of early crops as Monty reveals his star plants for June and the best veg to sow now to keep your harvests coming right through the summer

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June 2022