Lauren Hughes
Freelance writer
3 things to do with lilac after flowering, including the key pruning task
A little bit of care can go a long way with low maintenance lilacs
7 perennials to plant in May for beautiful summer flowers – including elegant aquilegia
May is the perfect time to establish these
How to grow gladioli in May for a bold late-summer display: 5 secrets to success
Gladioli is a distinctive flower that's part of the iris family
Spent flowers taking up space? Monty Don’s clever trick to free up best pots for summer planting
This handy hack will ensure spring blooms aren't disrupted
How to transform a lacklustre patio into a cosy second living room this spring
Transform your outdoor living area for summer with these low-maintenance tips
4 forgotten, old-English vegetables to plant for years of crops – including nine-star broccoli
These hardy vegetables are worth a try, offering different flavours and better staying power than the usual varieties
Aldi's £17.99 portable greenhouse is the ultimate space-saver for small gardens and patios
It's a gardening must-have if you're short on planting space
Upgrade your sleep for less — get a bestselling Emma mattress for under £200 this weekend
The refurbished range offers signature styles at lower prices, with special discounts this weekend
The surprisingly simple laundry trick that could cut summer energy bills
A new scheme will reward families with free electricity for doing their washing on sunny weekends
Keep dandelions off your lawn for good with these 5 preventative tricks – including a mowing hack
Gardeners share their expert tips for keeping 'opportunistic' dandelions away
6 container plants to keep patios and small gardens colourful all summer
These hardy plants and vegetables will thrive in pots and planters
Keep your garden roses free from black spot with this £1.20 fridge staple
Milk is an unlikely hero when it comes to preventing fungus — here's why it could save your roses
Camellias will return brighter and healthier next year if you do this post-flowering job in April
Don't wait until the summer to prune camellias
Dog owners warned about toxic spring plants – including tulips and bluebells
These common seasonal flowers could cause serious harm to pets
Sow these 8 vegetables in April for a bumper homegrown harvest before it's too late
April is a peak sowing month for vegetables as the soil starts to warm
Front garden ideas: 8 inspiring ways to create a welcoming entrance – including pretty climbers
Create an entrance that is always a pleasure to pass through
Daffodils in your garden? Do this crucial April job now before it's too late
Daffodils are synonymous with spring and require little maintenance aside from this simple job
6 retro gardening hacks that still work today – including using eggshells as planters
Old-school tips and tricks that will give your garden a boost this spring
12 most underrated garden flowers you’re not growing yet – including chocolate-scented cosmos
Expert gardeners share the unusual flowers to add to your garden
5 spring bedding plants to deadhead in April for longer-lasting blooms
If you're heading out into the garden this week, here are five flowers you should think about deadheading
Where to see tulips in the UK: 7 stunning locations to visit this spring
Tulips typically reach peak bloom in late April
How to use aluminium foil to keep garden pests away this spring
This non-toxic hack has been shown to have promising results for banishing unwanted garden visitors
'Make flowerbeds ping’: Alan Titchmarsh shares essential job to do before spring planting
The horticulture expert advises a few simple steps before spring planting — and it's all to do with the soil
'Our dog is the unofficial matchmaker who brought us together' — 3 couples who found love through their pets
It turns out that a shared love of dogs could be the secret to lasting love
Is your dog ruining your sex life? Owners confess their bedroom dilemmas
From muddy paws on the duvet cover to midnight barking sessions, dogs and bedroom antics don’t always go hand in hand
Meet the DINKWADs: Why more couples are choosing pets over children
From tailoring holidays to special celebrations, these DINKWAD couples will do anything for their dogs
Moss taking over? Monty Don says 'fork' your lawn now for thicker grass
Clear the moss now and your garden will thank you by summer
The best hotels in Ireland, from coastal retreats to country estates
From grand medieval castles to chic boutique hotels, these are the best hotels in Ireland
The charming Kent seaside town that's a rising star for weekend escapes
It offers its own unique blend of history, art and food
What to plant in March: 27 easy wins for summer colour and crops
Spring is in the air and it's time to get planting
The Causeway Coast & Glens: Where to eat, stay and explore
Nature takes centre stage at this beautiful coastal destination
24 unmissable Cotswolds hotels – from luxury spas to dog-friendly hideaways
From stately manors to classic pubs, these are the Cotswold hotels to know about