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Seasonal inspiration

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london, england may 20: monty don attends the rhs chelsea flower show at royal hospital chelsea on may 20, 2024 in london, england. all the main garden categories return to the royal hospital chelsea this year. the show gardens along main avenue, sanctuary and feature gardens explore themes through horticulture, while the all about plants area in the floral marquee focuses on planting. this year is billed as the most sustainable to date. (photo by jeff spicer/getty images)

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August gardening sorted

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7 fast-growing flowers to plant now

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Gardening guides

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Country homes

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Garden design ideas

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