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3 Smart Ways to Use Old Storage Bins in Your Garden and Save Money
Discover how to repurpose those extra plastic storage bins you have at home as cost-effective alternatives to pricey gardening tools.
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8 Popular Plants That Struggle in Terracotta Pots – They’re More Likely to Die
If you're growing any of these beloved container plants in clay pots, it’s time to find them a better home.
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5 Plants You Should Avoid Pruning in October – Don’t Ruin Your Winter Display or Next Year's Blooms
Put down the pruners! It's advisable to leave these plants untouched in the fall. Here are 5 plants you should never prune in October.
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Amal and George Clooney’s Enchanting English Garden Shows That Simple Spaces Can Be Stunning
The Clooneys' Oxfordshire garden is a masterclass in English country gardening. Here’s how to achieve the sandstone-and-climbers aesthetic in your own garden.
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9 Bulbs to Plant in October for Stunning, Low-Maintenance Spring Flowers – Perfect for Beginners
Forget the usual tulips and daffodils; these eye-catching bulbs are just as easy to grow and will bring vibrant color and character to your garden.
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Gardens of the Year 2026 – Announcing the Best of the Best Winner!
A big thank you to everyone who participated in our Gardens of the Year 2026 competition. After featuring your top three gardens in our June issue, we are excited to reveal our ultimate winner – Nadine Mitschunas and her Oxfordshire allotment.
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Gardening Can Strain Your Joints – Here Are 10 Supplements to Enhance Mobility and Flexibility
Enjoy gardening but dislike the discomfort afterward? Check out these top joint health supplements to help you feel more at ease after long hours in the garden.
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Top Bird Feeders for Your Garden in 2026
From RSPB-approved to easy-to-clean, recycled, and squirrel-proof options, here’s our selection of the best bird feeders for your feathered friends.
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Looking to Enhance Your Garden's Privacy? Consider These 37 Ideal Plants
Need privacy quickly? These 37 super-fast-growing trees, climbers, and shrubs will effectively block the view in no time.
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The Best Robot Lawn Mowers for 2026, Tested by Our Experts
Interested in robot lawn mowers? Check out our selection of the very best options for gardens of all shapes and sizes.
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