Amateur Gardening

Since 1884 Amateur Gardening has been the gardening ‘Bible’ for serious gardeners from all walks of life. With unrivalled levels of practical content written by seasoned experts, it remains the only media brand to win a coveted gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show. We are passionate about all things horticultural and are dedicated to producing informative content that gives accurate and helpful advice. Amateur Gardening is a trusted fortnightly companion, offering guidance and advice for all green-fingered projects.

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Why we prune in summer • Ruth looks at the reasons for pruning at this time of year

Rose pruning • Most varieties need deadheading

Feeding and watering well • The right care should keep plants on track, says Ruth

Keep the greenhouse cool • Managing the heat helps keep plants healthy, says Ruth

Keep sweet peas blooming • These scented beauties need constant care, says Ruth

Months of ‘Johnny’ colour • These hardy violas are a long-lasting delight, says Ruth

Deer, oh dear… • They may look striking in the wild, but they can wreak havoc in gardens: Bob reflects on the derring-do of deer

Spikes and spires • Nectar-rich vertical plants take up little space, says Val

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Focus on… Raspberries • Whether you fancy summer or autumn fruiters, choosing raspberries can be overwhelming. Lucy explains how to guarantee red, gold and black berry harvests

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Small front gardens • Add plants to your front garden for year-round interest, says Anne Swithinbank, and you’ll be helping to green up the street and improve the environment for wildlife

The best bulbs for Autumn flowers • For the ultimate garden pick-me-up, slot a selection of bulbs and corms into borders and containers now for colour and interest as summer winds down, says Graham Clarke

Hydrangeas • Whether you plan to plant them in borders or containers, hydrangeas provide reliable colour in almost any garden, says Graham Rice

Clematis to cover a log store and shed • John will reply personally to all your gardening questions

WORDS OF WISDOM From Amateur Gardening’s historic 139-year-old archive • In this extract from AG 4 July 1970, we look at plants with woolly textured leaves

Your lawn in hot weather • How to deal with brown patches on your lawn

A gardener’s MISCELLANY Gardening’s king of trivia and brain-teasers, Graham Clarke

Crossword…just for fun!

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Understanding your soil’s pH • Steve and Val Bradley explain how to test the acid or alkaline content of your soil

Ask ANNE SWITHINBANK • Masterclass on: making more of comfrey

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Summer stunners • Hydrangeas may be thirsty customers but Toby wouldn’t be without them, even on these hot summer days…