Latest articles by Sarah Wilson
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5 flowers to plant in November for gorgeous blooms next year (plus one that will flower in December)
There's still time to head outside on warm days to plant flowers to enjoy now as well as varieties that will bloom next spring and summer
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6 of the best evergreen trees to stop your yard looking so bare during the winter months
Choose beautiful evergreen trees to fill gaps and add interest and it will give your winter yard (or balcony) a real designer look so you won't miss last season's blooms
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5 vegetables to plant in November if you want easy things to grow in a winter garden
It might feel like there's a real seasonal shift in the air but you can still get outside to grow-your-own with these reliable varieties
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5 shrubs to plant now to fill your garden with winter berries – add pops of color with these go-to varieties
Winter berries bring a vibrant splash of color to your garden during the coldest months. Add a sprinkle of frost and things will really start to look magical
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'Sow them now, for your flower beds next spring' – how to grow sweet peas indoors to get a jumpstart on your 2024 garden
By sowing sweet pea seeds indoors during the fall and you'll be able to enjoy the most fabulous fragranced flowers next summer
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5 flowers to plant indoors now that will bloom in time for Christmas – and the 'indoor forcing' trick you need to know
Choose a selection of bulbs to grow indoors now and enjoy beautiful blooms and scent in time for Christmas (all you need do is trick them into thinking it's spring)
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5 things to plant in October to make sure your backyard is flourishing with gorgeous flowers
Make October flowering blooms a thing in your garden by celebrating the seasonal shift with these late varieties that will take you right through fall and beyond
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The best bulbs for Spring flowers to plant in winter
Find out the best time to plant your favorite spring bulbs to ensure the brightest start for your flower growing next year
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8 maple trees with the best fall color that will fill your yard with vibrant reds and yellows during this season
These elegant trees are the stars of the fall foliage season and will make your garden glow. Many of them fit easily into the smallest yards too
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The 10 best bare root fruit trees to get into your backyard now for a bumper harvest next year
Fruit trees look very ornamental in your backyard plus they give you that self-sufficiency feelgood factor when you harvest buckets of ripe organic produce
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5 evergreen shrubs to plant in your front yard right now – add color, structure and texture with these year-round beauties
Choose a gorgeous fall afternoon to get outside and plant an eye-catching evergreen shrub (or two) that will spruce up your front
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10 fall-blooming flowers gardeners always choose for a perennial garden – 'they're at their peak now'
These prolific bloomers are not bothered by shorter days and cooler nights, attract bees and butterflies, and come back year after year
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5 plants that actually thrive during fall – gorgeous flowers to plant now that will keep your garden colorful
There are plenty of brilliantly colored flowers that will continue to bloom right up to the first frost - and the good news is you can plant them now
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5 flowering bulbs to plant in October – and the one type you can plant even later in the year
Fall is the time to get busy with planting plenty of bright and beautiful spring bulbs as a wake-up call for the garden after winter
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4 vegetables to plant in October to keep you in fresh produce all winter
We've chosen four of our favorites to sow now for fresh spring pickings, plus one fresh and leafy one to see you right through winter
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The 6 best trees with fall color – landscapers pick the most beautiful for your yard
With their fiery shades and leafy lovelines, landscapers share the best trees with fall color that will create a stunning focal point in any outdoor space
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6 low-maintenance backyard jobs to do in September - experts set you up for a perfect 2024
As the end of summer rolls round, make time now to get out into the garden to tidy up and get things in the best shape ever for next year
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5 flowers to plant in September – now's the time to ensure a beautiful, blooming backyard
The season is slowly winding down but our expert selection of blooms in rich purples and pinks will add vibrancy for months to come
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What to do with your flower beds in September so they look twice as good next year
There is no greater joy in the garden year than planting up flowerbeds so make sure yours are prepped and primed now for next year's growing season
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What to do with your vegetable beds in September – how to grow more and prep them for Spring
It's time to treat your vegetable beds to some TLC, then let them take a rest. Alternatively you could plant some crops that will thrive in the cold season
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5 backyard trends designers are leaving behind this summer – and 5 they love instead
It's time to get rid of everything that's either giving off the wrong vibes or not contributing to the beautiful biodiverse space you crave
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'They make you produce endorphins' - 10 plants that magically make your backyard more relaxing
Beneficial plants can help you create a relaxing oasis to max up the calming benefits of time spent in your backyard
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10 ways landscapers make front yards more private - and add curb appeal, too
Use walls and fences combined with natural landscaping ideas with trees, hedges and layered planting to create all the seclusion you want while also enhancing curb appeal
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10 climbing plants for the front of your house - that make your home feel instantly welcoming
Beautifying your exterior with lush blooms and starry flowers is easy as long as you know the right climbing plants to choose
