Beginner gardening guides
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How to maintain a spade
Find out how to give your spade a wash and brush up in three easy steps.
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Why do my flowers have stripes?
Unexpected stripes on your flowers? Watch this video to discover the intriguing causes.
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How can I reduce the work in a large garden?
Watch our Quick Tips video guide on cutting the workload in a large garden.
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Dealing with drought in the garden
Follow our drought-busting tips on coping with hot, dry weather.
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What to do if your council garden waste collections have stopped
We share ways to deal with green waste, including how to make compost.
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New Year action plan
Get the New Year off to the best possible start in your garden, with our jobs checklist.
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10 gardening mistakes to avoid
Save both time and money by following these practical tips for gardeners.
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Gardening in a rented garden. This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.
In rented accommodation? Green up the garden with the help of our practical tips.
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Gardening tips for families
Browse our tips on creating a family-friendly garden, for adults and children alike.
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Gardening tips for older people. This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.
There's no need to slow down if you stick with these handy tips for older gardeners.
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Tips for time-poor gardeners. This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.
Short on time? Keep the garden looking good by following these time-saving tips.
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Gardening with less plastic
Find out how to reduce plastic use in your garden, with tips on planting, reusing and recycling.
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10 New Year gardening resolutions
Discover 10 suggestions for garden New year resolutions, in our guide.
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10 organic gardening tips
Discover 10 great ways to garden organically, in our practical feature.
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10 ways to cut gardening costs
Browse our list of 10 ways to save money in the garden, without compromising on the look and feel of your space.
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20 money-saving tips for gardeners
You needn't spend thousands on your garden. Browse our list of money-saving gardening tips and see how you could save.
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Gardening in a changing climate
Climate change brings unpredictable weather. We explain how to adapt your gardening habits.
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Gardening with a clear conscience
Looking for organic methods that actually work? We share our pick of the best nature-friendly ways to feed plants, control pests and kill weeds. All without harmful chemicals.
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Get a beautiful garden fast
Follow our guide to making a better garden on a budget, in just eight weeks.
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How to reduce your carbon footprint in the garden
Make your fingers even greener, with our guide to reducing your carbon footprint in the garden.
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How to switch to organic gardening
Want to ditch chemicals but don't know how? Follow our steps to make the switch to organic gardening.
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Inheriting a garden
Find out how to make the most of a new garden, without losing valuable plants or upsetting the neighbours.
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Working at home - quick gardening breaks
Nine easy gardening activities you can do when taking a quick break, while working from home