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Peas in a pod

Easiest fruit and vegetables to try growing

It’s great to use our space to grow tasty and nutritious food to eat. Thrive ambassador David Domoney shares some of the easiest fruit and vegetables to try growing at home.

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Mark Lane's favourite spring plants

As our gardens burst into life after winter, garden designer and TV gardening presenter Mark Lane shares a selection of his favourite spring plants to grow.

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Begonias in containers

How to grow tuberous begonias

Begonias come in many colours, brightening up our gardens with their beautiful flowers. Follow our guide to growing tuberous begonias.

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Gardening in raised beds

When you garden in a raised bed, the soil and planting area is higher and closer to you. Find advice to decide if raised beds are right for you and your garden.

A grass border that has been neatly edged

Lawn edging

Edging is the process of defining the borders between your lawn, flower beds, and other areas of your garden. Regular tidying will keep your edges beautifully neat.

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Deadheading a pansy

Deadheading flowers

Deadheading is a light physical activity that can improve plant appearance and health. We look at why and how to do it.

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