Feeding and watering

Keep your container-grown plants in top condition with these tips on feeding them.

Confused by all the different fertilisers on offer? Alan Titchmarsh explains which plants to feed, when and how often to do it.

House plants come from all corners of the globe and so have different watering requirements. Find out how to water yours, in our simple watering guide.

Find out how to save water in the garden so that you can cope with drought or a hosepipe ban - and save money if you have a water meter.

All you need to know about using NPK fertiliser, including when, why and how.

Keep your house plants looking lush and healthy, with the help of our feeding advice.

All you need to know about potash, and how to use it.

All about bonemeal fertiliser and how to use it.

Find out about mulches and how to mulch, in our expert guide.

Learn about the nutrients your plants need and how to apply them, with help from our expert guide.

All you need to know about using horse manure, including which plants need it most, and buying advice, in our guide.

Advice on types of manure to use and how to use them, in our guide.

Learn to recognise the symptoms of magnesium deficiency in plants and how to treat/prevent it.

Follow our drought-busting tips on coping with hot, dry weather.

All you need to know about John Innes compost, in our guide.

Advice on when and how to use coffee grounds on plants.

All you need to know about mulches and mulching, including types of mulch and where to use them.

All you need to know about vermiculite and how to use it.

All you need to know about perlite and how to use it.

Advice on identifying and treating the causes of yellow leaves on plants.

Advice on using egg shells as fertiliser in the garden.

Our pick of the best low-maintenance plants that require minimal care while looking good.

All you need to know about growing and caring for ageratum, in our Grow Guide.