Real Gardens
For garden ideas and inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want a hand with garden design or just a few tips and tricks, we’re all spending more time in our gardens this summer 2020, so it’s the perfect opportunity to become more green-fingered and to tend to our outdoor space like never before! You can make your garden beautiful with our best pick of decking and patio ideas, while we’ve next level garden lighting ideas and ways to perfect your border planting, too. Whether you’ve a city balcony, or small garden and are looking for innovative garden storage, or if you simply want a few cheap garden ideas to create a lovely outdoor space on a budget, we’ve curated this page to ensure that all your needs are well and truly met.
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How to sharpen garden shears: whet blunt hedging or lawn edging equipment safely
If your cutters have dulled over time, learn how to sharpen garden shears like a pro with our handy step-by-step guide
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Should you water an orchid with ice cubes? We asked an orchid grower...
Find out whether you should water an orchid with ice cubes or not according to a specialist orchid grower. Plus, other good methods for keeping your beautiful orchids well-hydrated
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How to clean a patio – whether it’s concrete, pavers, slabs, bricks or stone
Find out how to clean a patio whatever yours is made from. Here’s the lowdown, plus our brilliant video guide
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How to get rid of slugs: 10 quick ways to save garden plants
Here's how to get rid of slugs in the garden and protect your crops from damage
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5 zucchini growing problems and how to fix them, according to a Farmer
If you're running into your fair share of zucchini growing problems this season, not to panic, they can be fixed and your plants saved
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Gifts for gardeners: 24 delights for the green-fingered
These gifts for gardeners are guaranteed to please, whether you're buying for an experienced gardener or a novice
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Buy plants online: the best online garden centres
Here's where to buy plants online so you can feed your new gardening obsession without leaving the house
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The best fragrant plants for your garden
Fill your garden with beautiful sweet scent with these favourite fragrant plants
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Best drought tolerant plants: 14 varieties that will survive a very dry spell
Drought tolerant plants like sea holly, lavender and Californian poppy will see that you enjoy a cool and colorful floral display, even during a heatwave. They save on water and are great for wildlife in south-facing gardens
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8 pretty garden tools: get gardening in style
We've found the best pretty garden tools, whether you're looking for a gift for the gardener in your life or just a treat for yourself
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How to repot an orchid without killing it in the process
Learn when and how to repot an orchid properly to keep yours alive and thriving
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16 garden paving ideas – how to create the perfect patio space in your backyard
Garden paving ideas: Use our design tips and advice to create the perfect paved patio or courtyard space in your backyard.
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How to lower chlorine in a pool: 5 ways to reduce levels of chlorination, naturally
If you're wondering how to lower chlorine in a pool without resorting to more chemicals, try these natural and non-toxic methods
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7 flowers you don't have to deadhead according to gardening experts
Avoid deadheading these flowers, because it won't do your floral display any favors
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8 weeding mistakes that make your garden high maintenance
Stop making these weeding mistakes and rethink your approach to weed control for a less stressful gardening experience
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How to insulate a summer house and why it's worth it for year-round use
Find out how to insulate a summer house and use yours to relax or WFH in, no matter how cold it may be. Experts share costing information and the best way to DIY.
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12 alternatives to grass for a no-mow outdoor space
These alternatives to grass deliver on beauty, sustainability and low-maintenance functionality for modern yards, big and small
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How to keep rabbits out of the garden: 7 kind methods to save your plants
Find out how to keep rabbits out of the garden with these expert-led, kind natured tips
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How to prune roses for a healthy plant, ripe for flowering
Learning how to prune roses properly will keep your English shrubs, Hybrid Teas and other flowering varieties looking gorgeous in growing season, adding a ton of quaint personality to your garden space. Prune hard once a year for best results
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Monty Don reveals three top tips for deadheading spent rose flowers
Follow the gardening expert's three top tips to maintaining stunning roses with beautiful new blooms
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Planting roses: growing and caring for a rose garden
Use our guide to planting roses to find out how to plan and grow a beautiful rose garden, whatever the size of your plot
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How to deadhead roses: 3 simple ways for more summer blooms
Knowing how to deadhead roses in summer is essential to keep them beautiful and in bloom all season
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8 covered outdoor kitchen ideas to guard your grill in style
These covered outdoor kitchen ideas are perfect if you fancy a little alfresco cooking but want to protect your expensive equipment and shelter yourself from the elements
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Before & After: A stylish patio makeover with concrete stencils
DIY blogger Brooke Waite transformed a boring patio space with paint and concrete stencils
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23 patio cover ideas – add a roof to your outdoor space for shelter
See our patio cover ideas to inspire your shelter, big or small. A roofed space will ensure privacy, weather protection and style all in one.
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31 pergola ideas to add shade, privacy and style to your outside space
Put a spring step in your backyard with inspiring pergola ideas, that explore DIY designs, and decor tips on a budget.
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16 low maintenance garden ideas for lush borders and fuss-free landscaping
Low maintenance garden ideas: Clever ways to work with nature and your surroundings for a stunning outside space which needs minimum upkeep.
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15 garden edging ideas to define your lawn and landscape
Neaten up your lawn and beds with brick, wood and more budget-friendly garden edging solutions.
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How to landscape a front yard without plants
Explore front yard landscaping ideas without plants for minimum upkeep but maximum curb appeal. You can still design a cool front of house – without using shrubs or grass
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