Latest advice
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This is one of the biggest silent Christmas cactus killers in the home – and it could ruin your plant’s flowers
Nip any damage in the bud...
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The 5 things people with always warm homes have – beat the chill and stock up on these essentials
Quick fixes that you could add in under an hour
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6 of the best outdoor Christmas plants for colour, texture and fragrance over the festive season
A few unusual ones in here...
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How I did a pre-Christmas toy clear-out and got the kids on board – what to keep, toss and donate
This quick toy sort will make a little extra space before the big day
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5 of the best Christmas plants to send as gifts – these festive houseplants are sure to make a loved one smile
Christmas amaryllis, cyclamen and more
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The 5 mistakes killing your poinsettia and how to fix them – expert tips that will keep your festive plant flourishing throughout December
Poinsettias don’t have to be a source of Christmas strife; just follow our expert advice…
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My single-glazed windows were dripping wet every morning before I used these dehumidifier bags – they are a genius, low-cost fix
They're a simple, energy-free trick that helped cut my morning window condensation
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These birds could use a helping hand over the winter months – how to get them to feel safe in your garden
Keep an eye out for these 5 visitors...
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5 of the best Christmas plants for a front porch – give guests a festive welcome
Familiar favourites, unique blooms and more
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The 7 kitchen appliances to deep-clean before Christmas – experts say it’s key to a fuss-free festive period
A little preparation now will make Christmas cooking, hosting and cleaning far smoother
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Poinsettias may be a Christmas classic, but these expert-approved festive houseplants are the real stars of the season
Plant experts share their festive favourites
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5 ways to stop your Christmas tree from dropping its needles straight away – this is where you're going wrong
Battling with a Christmas tree that won't stop dropping needles? Here are potential causes and what to do to stop it
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The expert-approved fan trick that helps your dehumidifier dry laundry in record time – this is how to get the set up just right
Dehumidifier plus fan equals faster laundry drying indoors
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This clever sensor gave my house plants a 'voice' so I'll never forget to water them again – it's a genius Christmas gift for plant parents
It'll keep your plants happy all year-round
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How to protect your Christmas tree from underfloor heating – 3 things you need to do
See it through December!
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This is the easiest way to set up continuous dehumidifier drainage if you're fed up emptying your unit during winter's damp season
Follow this simple, expert step-by-step guide
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Now is the perfect time to build a frog house – it'll attract nature's best slug-busters to your garden
Get started before they enter hibernation
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I asked experts how long it really takes for a dehumidifier to dry laundry – plus how to use it the right way for faster drying
Fast, fresher laundry starts with the right dehumidifier setup
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There's still time to plant paperwhite bulbs for daffodils that flower at Christmas
Don't miss the window!
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7 cold-loving, low-maintenance plants I grow as a florist to fill my home with vases of colourful flowers over winter
They make fabulously vibrant cut flower arrangements
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This £14.99 brass retractable clothes line is the small-space laundry upgrade worth knowing about – and I can see why
It's the stylish space-saving drying solution making my utility finally work
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Yes, Christmas lights *can* burn your plants – buy this type to minimise any damage
The safest and most hazardous options
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5 tricks I use to choose a poinsettia from the supermarket as a gardens editor
The easiest ways to spot a healthy plant
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Experts warn pet owners to avoid this type of real Christmas tree – buy this variety instead
Keep your animals safe this Christmas
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7 beautiful winter-flowering house plants will add festive colour and cheer when it’s grey and gloomy outside
Plant experts share their favourite plants that will thrive over the winter months
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What you can and can't burn in a multi-fuel stove – the 5 things you should always avoid
Keep cosy and warm with the correct fuel choices
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The one thing you need to know before buying a dehumidifier this autumn – and it'll make all the difference to how it tackles damp and condensation in your home
A small detail that decides whether your dehumidifier actually works this autumn
