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Spider flower (Cleome hassleriana): why this low-maintenance flower can take over your garden
Gareth Whitfield
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It looks harmless, needs very little care and seems ideal for gardeners who do not enjoy watering – but a...
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5 Gardening Jobs to Avoid in March
Gareth Whitfield
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Many keen gardeners enter the new season full of energy in March. The lawn mower, hedge trimmer and spade are...
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Daffodils After Flowering: Why Green Leaves Must Stay
Gareth Whitfield
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What looks wilted above ground is often still working at full capacity below: when daffodils, tulips and other spring bulbs...
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The Potato Trick for a Phalaenopsis Orchid That Will Not Flower
Gareth Whitfield
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No flowers for months, limp leaves, dried-out roots – then an unassuming piece of vegetable suddenly creates a small miracle...
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Mint in the Garden: Why It Can Take Over Your Beds
Gareth Whitfield
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Many amateur gardeners are now making plans for the season ahead and eagerly choosing a plant displayed prominently in almost...
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Save a Dried-Out Oleander: Spring Care for Balcony and Patio
Gareth Whitfield
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With the right measures, this can often be turned around completely. Anyone who finds a half-dried-out oleander on their balcony...
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How to Keep Ants Away From Your Garden and Patio
Gareth Whitfield
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Knowing how to keep ants away and keep your garden and patio clear of these insects is straightforward when you...
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How to Plant a Mango Stone at Home
Gareth Whitfield
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Growing a mango stone at home has become a popular activity for people who want to bring fruit growing closer...
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Remove moss from patios with washing-up liquid instead of a pressure washer
Gareth Whitfield
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Many people instinctively reach for a pressure washer, but garden professionals say that is often the worst option. A simple...
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Why Nasturtiums Are the Garden Flower to Sow in March
Gareth Whitfield
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Many keen gardeners are now busy sowing tomatoes, courgettes and beans, yet overlook an ace that earlier generations used as...
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Planting Fruit Trees: The Mistake That Holds Your Tree Back for Years
Gareth Whitfield
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A mistake here can hold your tree back for years. Spring brings new fruit trees and high hopes: an apple...
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Flowering Climbers for Walls That Keep Gardens Blooming Longer
Gareth Whitfield
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Turning plain walls into flower-filled green walls is an increasingly popular approach in house and flat gardens. Flowering climbers provide...
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When to Prune a Japanese Maple Safely
Gareth Whitfield
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Japanese maples are prized garden specimens: expensive to buy, elegant in shape and spectacular in autumn colour. That is precisely...
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Potted Palms for Small Balconies: How to Choose and Care for Them
Gareth Whitfield
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For small balconies, selecting the right plant affects both the overall look and everyday upkeep. Among the species best suited...
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Monty Don’s March Trick for Spectacular Hydrangea macrophylla Flowers
Gareth Whitfield
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A tiny cut made at the right moment can determine whether you get a leafy green shrub or a spectacular...
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Metal Spoon in the Flowerpot: A Simple Trick for Stronger Plants and Fewer Pests
Gareth Whitfield
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What may initially look like forgetfulness is actually a deliberate tactic. A growing number of amateur gardeners swear by pushing...
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Leonotis leonurus: The South African Flame Perennial for Spectacular Summer Borders
Gareth Whitfield
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Many gardens look pleasant in summer, yet only rarely truly spectacular. That is where a still little-known perennial comes in,...
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Calendula: the ideal flower to plant in July for a colourful spring garden
Gareth Whitfield
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Even in the depths of winter, the garden can be prepared for spring’s burst of colour. Among the plants most...
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How to Get Rid of Moles Without Harming Them: 3 Simple Tricks
Gareth Whitfield
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Many amateur gardeners face the same dilemma: moles are frustrating, yet brutal measures are out of the question. What is...
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Plant these five perennials by the end of March for a drought-tolerant border
Gareth Whitfield
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Increasingly hot summers and local water restrictions are changing the rules of gardening. Rather than thirsty displays of flowers, resilient...
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How to Grow Basil in a Pot on the Balcony
Gareth Whitfield
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Keeping an aromatic herb in pots on a balcony has become increasingly common in urban settings. Among the available choices,...
