Is now the right time to share my snowdrops with friends?
Should I wait until autumn, or divide my garden snowdrops with friends now?
Spring selection: Now is the time to light up your garden with charming clematis
April is a good month to plant all kinds of clematis as container-grown plants in the ground, or in pots
Your gardening questions answered: Is there a quick way to germinate parsnip seed?
It will need a fine, friable, stone-free, weed-free, moist but free-draining soil in full sun or very light shade if it’s to germinate well
Shrubs and trees perfect for small gardens that don’t compromise on colour or impact
Ultra-compact outdoor spaces require a disciplined approach when it comes to planting
My tulip flowers are dying off before opening - what’s wrong?
Do these withered, dirty grey-brown patches mean my plants have the dreaded tulip fire disease?
Put in the hard work this month and your garden will flourish come summer
New growth is everywhere in April – here’s what to do in the garden for a glorious summer reward
Is cardboard safe to use as a weed suppressant in my garden?
Cardboard offers a far more planet-friendly alternative to the use of environmentally harmful weedkillers
The revolting habits of one of the most common Irish garden pests, and how to get rid of them
Maggot-like vine weevils feed voraciously on the roots and crowns of plants, especially those in pots of peat-based compost
Why are flowers not reappearing in my wildflower meadow?
I’ve planted a lot of snake’s head fritillaries around our family home, but they are not thriving
How to successfully divide plants in spring
The process couldn’t be more straightforward, but timing is crucial and it does require a bit of muscle
How can I help my magnolia tree to flourish?
As magnolias dislike being pruned, the risk is one of cutting out branches on which flower buds have been slowly developing since the previous spring
How to grow your own plants from seed this spring
Avoid these common pitfalls when sowing seeds and you’ll be pleasantly surprised how easy it is
My garden is still waterlogged, should I wait before tackling spring tasks?
Digging when soil still very wet or waterlogged risks causing compaction and reduced fertility
Eight spring jobs to do in the garden, even if it’s lashing rain
From sowing tomato seed to putting top-dressing on containers and planting potatoes, these tasks will pay off
I’m hosting a summer party. How can I make my garden beautiful?
Explore ways to freshen up any hard landscaping, from scrubbing down paving to giving tired garden furniture a makeover