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Gardener's trick to keep rats out that are 'in 100% of Irish gardens' – July is the peak
Rats
The Irish Gardener Peter Dowdall has offered some simple advice concerning how to keep rats from lingering in your garden during the hot weather we are experiencing
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Gardeners urged to do five-minute task to help roses grow big and healthy flowers in summer
Gardening
Black spot is a common fungal disease that can quickly spread through a rose bush, but there is a simple method to help prevent it from taking hold in the first place
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Anyone with a Japanese maple needs to do simple task in July to stop 'dieback'
Gardening
Japanese maples can struggle during the summer months without the right care
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Irish gardeners told 'avoid doing three things' during heatwave
Gardening
EXCLUSIVE: Peter Dowdall, The Irish Gardener, has offered some of his best heatwave advice, saying there are three things gardeners should avoid during the hot weather
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Roses will flourish after adding 1 simple natural item loved by gardening experts
Gardening
Roses are a popular choice for many gardeners, but keeping them blooming throughout the summer can be a challenge.
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Peace lilies will 'bloom for years' if 1 kitchen scrap is used
Property
Peace lilies may be encouraged to bloom for years with a simple homemade fertiliser
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Roses will be healthier and grow better flowers if gardeners avoid 1 common mistake in July
Gardening
Roses should look spectacular in summer, but one common mistake can completely ruin their flowers if gardeners do not fix it early.
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Irish gardeners urged not to make lawnmower mistake this week
Gardening
EXCLUSIVE: The Irish Gardener, Peter Dowdall, has spoken to us about how most gardeners panic during heatwaves, and why you should adjust your lawnmower before cutting grass
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I remove patio moss and algae in 1 hour every spring with a simple 15p trick
Gardening
Cleaning your patio of moss and algae doesn't have to cost a fortune
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Irish gardener warns don't just water leaves in July – it could do more harm than good
Gardening
EXCLUSIVE: Veteran horticulturist Peter Dowdall (The Irish Gardener) has listed the most common watering mistakes people make during the warmer weather
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Irish gardeners asked to leave common food item outside to keep robins alive in July
Gardening
Wildlife experts are urging Irish gardeners to help robins survive the summer by leaving out protein rich foods such as mealworms, seeds or softened fruit.
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Homeowner almost breaks down crying after 'hero' surprises her with gesture
Gardening
A woman was nearly in tears as she gasped at the 'hero' stranger's kind gesture. She couldn't quite believe her eyes when the man surprised her with his heartwarming action
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Roborock RockMow Z120 LiDAR review: awesome power, precision & versatility is worth the investment
Gardening
Powerful and clever robot mower is designed to maintain the toughest lawns up to 2,000m² in size
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Five cheap gardening ideas that could transform your garden this summer
Better Homes and Gardens
CEO of Handy Gardeners, Matthew Wilson, shares his expert insights on how to make the most of your garden this summer
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How to attract hedgehogs to your garden this month by placing one simple item outdoors
Gardening
Hedgehogs are active in gardens across Ireland right now, and there are some simple things you can do to attract them and keep them coming back – including leaving one key item outside
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Irish gardeners urged 'stay calm' if foam appears on plants this weekend
Gardening
Peter Dowdall, also known as The Irish Gardeners, has urged people not to panic if they see mysterious white foam on their plants — here's what it really is
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'Neighbour chopped down my trees without consent and then sent me hefty bill'
Property
A woman was left furious after her neighbour allegedly chopped down her trees without her knowledge or consent in a neighbour tree dispute. He then sent her a bill for hundreds of euros
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'Nosy neighbours keep spying over garden fence so I'm taking nuclear action'
Property
A woman alleges to have a super "nosy neighbour" who allegedly keeps spying on her over the garden fence. She's decided to take "nuclear action" to make her feelings known
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Irish expert says 'gardeners are surprised' when told not to cut hedges in June
Gardening
Exclusive: Horticulturist and broadcaster Peter Dowdall, also known by many as The Irish Gardener, has urged homeowners in Ireland not to cut their hedges in June
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'A lot of people panic' - Irish expert shares simple way to avoid common hydrangea error
Gardening
Exclusive: Irish gardening expert Peter Dowdall warns that pruning flowering plants too early — especially one in particular — during hot weather can cause problems
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Winner of RTE's Super Garden revealed - and he's the youngest ever: 'It doesn't feel real'
Gardening
Sean Melia from Summerhill Co. Meath has been revealed as the winner of Super Garden 2026
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Irish gardening expert warns of common watering mistake to avoid in hot weather
Gardening
EXCLUSIVE: Horticulturist Peter Dowdall, known as The Irish Gardener, has urged people to avoid a common watering mistake as he shares his top heatwave gardening tips
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Bloom 2026: Inside the beautiful new garden everyone will be talking about
Events
Bloom festival will be held in the spacious Phoenix Park from Thursday, the 28th of May to Monday, June 1st.
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Lawns will be 'thicker, greener and stronger' this spring if covered with common bathroom item
Gardening
An easy and affordable home remedy can help lawns grow thicker, greener and stronger this spring - and it's something most people already have in their bathrooms
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