Garden
Are irrigation systems worth it? The key pros and cons
Watering is at the top of most gardeners’ to-do lists throughout the summer, but it can also be a time-consuming task. If you’re…
My hydrangea blooms are turning brown – here’s why
I love hydrangeas, so I have planted quite a few varieties in our garden over the past few years. Usually, at this time of the…
6 things every pocket-sized patio needs to look stylish and inviting
Having an outdoor space that you can escape to is wonderful, even if you’ve only the smallest of plots. A compact patio has lots…
5 scents to deter mosquitoes from your home and garden
In my humble opinion, mosquitoes are easily one of the worst things about summer. If they’ve been plaguing your patio this…
Can you plant lavender in July?
Lavender is a staple in any drought-tolerant garden, which means it’s perfectly suited to the hot weather we’re having this…
5 shade companion planting ideas for climate-resilient borders
Companion planting is the practice of planting different plants in proximity to each other to help them grow and thrive. In light…
7 low-maintenance multi-stem trees for small gardens
A tree makes a stunning focal point in any outside space, but choose too-large a tree for a small garden, and there’s the danger…
5 dated garden trends making a comeback this summer
From roses and ornamental grasses to painted metal furniture, there are several garden trends making a comeback, proving that…
Garden experts reveal the best way to water roses in hot weather – and why less is often more
Knowing how to water roses in hot weather can be the difference between them surviving the heatwave and not – so I spoke to the…
Why gardeners are using frost fleece in the summer
Here’s something I didn’t expect to see in a summer gardening advice video: frost fleece. It probably isn’t on your summer…
5 of the best plants for dry shade
If you’re hoping to fill the shady gaps in your garden but still want the drought-tolerant benefits of sun-loving Mediterranean…
Pest experts swear by this natural method to get rid of ants
If ants have been plaguing your garden this summer, diatomaceous earth (£14.45, Amazon) is the all-natural solution I’m…