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Drought-tolerant sun roses

With drier summers becoming more common, many people are looking for plants that will survive in dry soils with little rainfall - and cistus are an answer, says Graham Rice

Best alpines

Perfect for containers and drought-tolerant planting schemes, alpines are petite plants that add texture and jewel-like pops of colour, says Camilla Phelps

Root pruning container plants

Steve and Val Bradley explain how avoid repotting to ever-larger containers

Get better jostaberries

Several years down the line we have a large, vigorous shrub whose fruit are less plentiful than that of a gooseberry or blackcurrant.

Peat-free preferences

Val explains why she prefers plants in peat-free media

A pinch of salt

In small doses, salt can benefit your garden. Bob reveals how it can kill weeds, boost lawns and support crops

Troubleshooting for tomatoes

Ruth suggests ways of beating pests and diseases

Greenhouse health check

Keep on top of temperatures and plant health, says Ruth

Getting the most from bedding

Don't forget aftercare once you've planted, says Ruth

Caring for growing potatoes

AG editor Garry explains how to cultivate a healthy crop

Green ways of boosting soil

Expert praises homemade compost and green waste

Dealing with problem spots

Improve your soil and work with what you’ve got, says Ruth

Focus on... Growing cherries

Successful cherry growing is well within your reach and you don’t need a massive garden to reap the juicy rewards. Lucy reveals how to enjoy these lip-smacking summer fruits

The really wild show

Gardens used to be neat, but now the fashion showcased by the Chelsea Flower Show is for a wild look, says Toby

Guide to hardy plants

In part four of our series on hardy herbaceous perennials, we continue with a comprehensive ABC of suitable plants for your garden

Peonies

For stunning blooms in a variety of colours, plant peonies, says Graham Rice

Walls of colour

Clematis provide a mass of flowers for months, so plant these late-season varieties now for cheering blooms towards the end of summer into autumn, says Hazel Sillver

Fabulous Philadelphus

Robust in harsh weather, luxuriant in its profusion of white blooms and with a fragrance to die for, what's not to like about philadelphus? Graham Rice picks his top varieties

Tackling grassroots jobs

Be consistent with little tasks to get best results, says Ruth

Witches' thimbles

Enchanting and architectural, foxgloves are a wonderful addition to the summer garden. Anne Swithinbank takes a look at some of the best types to grow

Smarter watering

Steve and Val Bradley reveal their tips for effective water use

The wraparound garden

Multi-coloured flowers mixed with a hint of formality make Karl Suchy's hidden garden on the edge of Bristol a joy to behold, says Sue Bradley

This week... Monarda (bee balm)

If you want a distinctive perennial that attracts bees, grow monardas

Netting against garden pests

Ruth protects her brassicas from caterpillars and pigeons

Prune your stone fruits

If your plums and cherries need pruning, do it now until the end of July so they can heal quickly, says Bob

Easy hardy perennials

The simplest and best value-for-money plantings are direct summer-sown perennials, says Graham Rice, as he offers his choice of the best plants to grow

Focus on... Outdoor tomatoes

Whether you prefer rows of cordon-trained toms or fruity pots and baskets, it's time to plant tomatoes outside. Lucy Chamberlain shows you how to forge a feast

Creating a right Royal garden

Ruth shows you how to grow the Windsors' favourite plants

Bedding for now and later

Revitalise last year's plants and sow new ones, says Ruth

The benefits of multisowing

What is multisowing and what are the benefits? In this extract from his new book, no-dig expert Charles Dowding explains