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1 week ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
A shed isn't just for gardens on the larger side – there are plenty of small garden shed ideas that you can try to welcome the building into a tiny outdoor space, too. In fact, many of the best garden shed ideas can be applied to small gardens with the right know-how. It's all about optimising the space available to you and thinking about which designs will work best with its size and shape.
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1 week ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
Wondering how much to spend on a lawn mower? If you’re on the hunt for one of the best lawn mowers on the market and trying to pin down a target budget, it can be tricky to know where to start. That’s why I checked in with the experts to help you determine exactly which price range will get you the best bang for your buck, based on the size and condition of your lawn.
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1 week ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
If you’re looking for a wilder, eco-friendly take on a traditional lawn this year, it’s worth thinking about when to sow a clover lawn. While some of us find ourselves wondering whether you should get rid of clover in a lawn, others celebrate its benefits for bees and other wildlife as a great low-maintenance lawn alternative. If that sounds like something you want to get on board with, there’s a huge window for sowing clover seed – and you can get started right now.
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1 week ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
The weather has been lovely recently, and rain seems like a distant memory in many parts of the UK. That’s a blessing for us but a potential curse for our plants – because experts are warning that this mini spring drought could be detrimental to our gardens. We’ve explored how often you should water your garden in hot weather before, but what happens when warm spring weather catches you off guard?
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2 weeks ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
If you sowed your beetroot seeds indoors this year like I did, you’re probably wondering when to plant beetroot seedlings outside. Learning how to grow beetroot is pretty easy – I even included it in my roundup of the best vegetables to sow in March for beginners, because it was one of my most successful crops when I first started gardening.
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2 weeks ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
Chillies are one of my favourite things to grow – they’re fun, and you can start them indoors much earlier than other vegetables. I thought I’d take a look at exactly when to plant chilli seeds to ensure a successful crop this year. Learning how to grow chillies is pretty straightforward, and the good news is that there’s a wide window for sowing. You can get started as early as January, even – but it depends on when you want to harvest them, and on the variety (more specifically, how spicy it is).
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2 weeks ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
Looking for the best plants for a Japanese garden? If you’re hoping to nail this popular design scheme this year, you’ll need to choose the right varieties. Whether you’re hoping to enhance your zen garden ideas or you’re looking for small Japanese garden ideas, carefully selected plants can go a long way towards creating the perfect Japanese-inspired space. We’ve curated a list of the best plants for a Japanese garden to help you get started. 1.
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2 weeks ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
One of the biggest benefits of growing your own tomatoes is that you can experiment with varieties you won’t see at the supermarket – and those include some of the tastiest tomato varieties out there. Before you learn how to grow tomatoes, you’ll need to tackle the fun part: deciding which varieties you want to try. Whether you’re hoping to grow cherry tomatoes or try beefsteak types, you'll experience a world of flavour if you pick the right kinds.
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2 weeks ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to start prepping our lawns for summer – and knowing when to use weedkiller on a lawn will give your chance the best chance of thriving. Figuring out how to get rid of weeds in a lawn is no easy feat, but if you time it right, weedkiller can do a pretty good job – and alongside other lawn care tips, it’ll boost the health of your grass for the year ahead.
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3 weeks ago | 
idealhome.co.uk | Sophie King
Spring is in full swing, and even though we haven't quite shaken the last frosts, there are lots of bedding plants you can add to your garden in April. Cobbling together a list of what to plant in April will stand you in good stead for the seasons ahead – and that’s why sowing and planting bedding plants are among the top garden jobs in April. You’ll have to choose hardier varieties, though – and that’s why we’ve spoken to a panel of trusted garden experts to help you plan for the month ahead. 1.
