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Top Ten Lilacs
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Top Ten Lilacs

In recent years, traditional lilacs have been joined by many new varieties and there are so many good ones,

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6 mins  |
May 13, 2023
What to plant for Instant May colour
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What to plant for Instant May colour

Flowers can be few and far between this month – but they do not have to be. Sally Jenner reveals the plants you need to glam up your garden right now

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4 mins  |
May 13, 2023
Get set for courgettes
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Get set for courgettes

Sow courgette and squash seeds now to enjoy bountiful harvests throughout the summer, says Sue Bradley, as she reveals varieties ideal for all garden situations

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6 mins  |
May 13, 2023
Floral rockstars
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Floral rockstars

They may not be easy and they might not stick around for long, but rockstar plants are giving Toby a great show

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2 mins  |
May 06, 2023
The white-themed garden
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The white-themed garden

A white theme represents a different approach for award-winning gardener Marion Powell, making her Usk plot an especially calm space, says Sue Bradley

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3 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Caring for potted lupins
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Caring for potted lupins

Q The large herbaceous perennials at our local garden centre were expensive, so we bought a few smaller ones including a tiny lupin.

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2 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Hardy geraniums
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Hardy geraniums

Easy and dependable, hardy geraniums provide us with months of flowers and effective groundcover, says Graham Rice

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4 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Perennials with staying power
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Perennials with staying power

Discover the best perennials to plant now for interest and impact throughout the summer months so you can enjoy a long season, says Tamsin Hope Thomson

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5 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Showstopping Hanging baskets
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Showstopping Hanging baskets

Summer wouldn't be summer without at least one hanging basket. Whether your style is classic or modern, Louise Curley has clever combinations for all situations

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5 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Focus on... Broad beans
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Focus on... Broad beans

Want to cultivate the best broad beans for the tastiest pickings? Lucy shows you how to guarantee happy harvests of fava bean flavour - and even plant some now

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5 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Golden brown
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Golden brown

Val explains how a ‘brownfield rainforest’ is helping bees Golden brown

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3 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Sweet freedom
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Sweet freedom

Sweet freedom Make this your year for enjoying spuds that won’t fall foul of blight. Bob reveals how to grow sweet potatoes crops from molluscs

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2 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Easy-to-grow courgettes
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Easy-to-grow courgettes

‘Black Beauty’ is a must for beds and growbags, says Ruth

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1 min  |
May 06, 2023
How to handle with care
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How to handle with care

Potting small seedlings needs a gentle touch, says Ruth

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1 min  |
May 06, 2023
Get wise with watering
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Get wise with watering

Get wise with watering Work with the climate to help your garden, says Ruth

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1 min  |
May 06, 2023
Small spaces for your veg
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Small spaces for your veg

I'm going to maximise my patio growing area, says Ruth

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2 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Think before you plant
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Think before you plant

Choosing the right position can make a big difference

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1 min  |
May 06, 2023
A perennial performance
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A perennial performance

It's time to plant, move divide and take cuttings, said Ruth

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2 mins  |
May 06, 2023
Frame academy
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Frame academy

Every garden is capable of being a work of art, but the right lawn regime can give your art the edge, says Toby

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2 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Making a herb garden
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Making a herb garden

We've decided to make our small, Q sunny, south-facing back garden into a herb garden with edible flowers. For this, we'll need a lot of plants. What perennial herbs can we raise from seed? Sam Whittaker, Andover, Hampshire

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2 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Understanding plant hormones
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Understanding plant hormones

Steve and Val explain the role of plant hormones in growth and dormancy

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4 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Watery wonders
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Watery wonders

Got a small garden and want a water feature along with the plants that will bring it to life? Not a problem, says Martyn Cox, as he lists the ideal plants for a compact pond

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4 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Trees and shrubs from seed
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Trees and shrubs from seed

Alan Toogood looks at propagating from seed, particularly trees and shrubs that can be raised under glass and in the open garden

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7 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Flowering and fruiting currants and gooseberries
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Flowering and fruiting currants and gooseberries

Graham Rice lists his top ten currants and gooseberries

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6 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Cheerful and charming Sunflowers
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Cheerful and charming Sunflowers

From skyscraping stems to container-friendly options - all in a range of warm colours - it's little wonder that helianthus are hot favourites for late summer, says Louise Curley

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4 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Light and airy Umbellifers
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Light and airy Umbellifers

Loved by gardeners, florists and pollinators, umbellifers are the frothy favourites that add a natural feel to borders and bouquets. Camilla Phelps reveals the best to try

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2 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Alternative compost challenge
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Alternative compost challenge

AG’s Steve Bradley explains the current situation and offers his thoughts on the benefits and challenges of finding an alternative that satisfies the needs of gardeners

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4 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Focus on... Growing peas
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Focus on... Growing peas

If you know the secrets of soil care, watering and root growth, then you can harvest peas from June to October. Lucy explains how to pick the perfect pods

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1 min  |
April 29, 2023
Come what May
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Come what May

Fill the May gap with flowers for our pollinators, says Val

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2 mins  |
April 29, 2023
Beware honeydew
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Beware honeydew

Honeydew may sound like a harmless problem, but it can stunt and smother plants. Bob explains how to tackle it

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2 mins  |
April 29, 2023