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Feeding and watering

Published: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 at 11:30 am

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All plants need water and food, and those growing in pots need more than most. But how do you know if you are over- or under-watering? And do garden plants really need regular feeding? Find the answers to these questions, and more, in our collection of features on feeding and watering, including advice on when and how to feed, how to make your own organic plant food, how to feed house plants, and how to set up and automatic watering system.

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Five tips for feeding plants in pots

Keep your container-grown plants in top condition with these tips on feeding them.
Feeding plants – which is the best fertiliser to use?

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

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.
How to save water in the garden

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.
Understanding NPK fertiliser

All you need to know about using NPK fertiliser, including when, why and how.
Choosing the right type of fertiliser. This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

Learn about the different types of fertiliser and how to apply them, in our expert guide.
How to feed house plants

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

All you need to know about potash, and how to use it.
Bonemeal: main uses

All about bonemeal fertiliser and how to use it.
Mulches and mulching

Find out about mulches and how to mulch, in our expert guide.
Choosing nutrients for your plants

Learn about the nutrients your plants need and how to apply them, with help from our expert guide.
How to use horse manure in the garden

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

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

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

Follow our drought-busting tips on coping with hot, dry weather.
What is John Innes compost?

All you need to know about John Innes compost, in our guide.
How to use coffee grounds for plants

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

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

All you need to know about vermiculite and how to use it.
Perlite: main uses

All you need to know about perlite and how to use it.
Yellow leaves on plants

Advice on identifying and treating the causes of yellow leaves on plants.
Egg shell fertiliser for plants

Advice on using egg shells as fertiliser in the garden.
Low-maintenance plants

Our pick of the best low-maintenance plants that require minimal care while looking good.
How to grow and care for ageratum

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

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