Advice Archive | September 2026

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September 30th
- 5 easy flowers to sow in October for a garden bursting with colour next spring and summer
September 29th
- What to do with lavender in October – 4 ways to keep your plants happy and healthy over winter
- My dishwasher was making my glasses all cloudy, so I asked experts what to do about it – now they’re sparkling like new
September 28th
- What to do with agapanthus in October – 4 jobs to do now for beautiful flowers next year
- 4 ways I’m using fallen leaves to help the plants and wildlife in my garden – they’re a free soil conditioner *and* brilliant for wildlife
September 27th
- I'm fed up with ugly laundry racks taking over my home – these clever alternatives are far easier on the eye
September 26th
- What to do if your neighbour's gutter overhangs your property – 3 checks to make before you take the issue any further
September 25th
- 5 ornamental grasses that add colour and texture to sparse autumn gardens – and you can plant them now
- This underrated evergreen shrub provides gorgeous autumn fragrance – David Domoney says it's 'remarkable', and perfect for garden screening
September 24th
- 5 evergreen ground cover plants that keep borders looking full of life when everything else dies back
- Monty Don’s water butt proves that rain collectors don’t have to be boring – and it’s ideal for rustic garden schemes
September 23rd
- I've found a budget heated clothes airer that speeds up drying and won't take over your room – plus it's under £50
September 22nd
- 8 container plants that will burst into colour just in time for Christmas – they'll create a perfect festive garden display
September 21st
- What to do with a snake plant in September to ensure your plant survives the coldest months and is set up for success in spring
- How to store bulbs before planting – how to keep them in good condition until you're ready to get them in the ground
September 20th
- Lakeland has a clever solution for condensation-prone windows and small, damp spaces – I've never seen this on a dehumidifier before
September 19th
- What should I do if my neighbour's fence is falling into my garden? Experts explain how to handle this tricky situation
September 18th
- 6 scented spring bulbs to plant near your front door for a colourful, fragrance-packed display
- I caught my neighbour trying to cut down my tree – here’s the expert-approved way I’m dealing with the situation
September 17th
- 5 pretty flowers that continue to bloom right into December – these varieties just keep the colour coming
- Should you water bulbs after planting in autumn? How to nail your bulb aftercare and get them off to a good start
September 16th
- What to do with hydrangeas in September to keep your plants looking their best and bag some free plants next year too
- 7 things people with the best laundry routines always have – they make the whole process so much more manageable
- I’m skipping planting tulips this autumn – these lesser-known bulbs will give me far less work and just as much colour
September 15th
- 7 spring bulbs savvy gardeners plant in September to get ahead now for a spectacular spring display
- The simple furniture trick that makes a small bedroom look bigger – according to interior designers, 'it creates a sense of space and openness'
September 14th
- Can I prune a tree on council land? This is what you can and can't do if a nearby tree is encroaching on your garden
- How many daffodil bulbs should you plant together? Experts reveal the golden number for abundant pots and borders next spring
September 13th
- I asked laundry experts how they use their heated clothes airers – and I picked up some genius tips to dry clothes even faster
September 12th
- Sorry, hostas – this foliage plant is colourful, slug-resistant and perfect for shady gardens
September 11th
- Can you ask your neighbour to cut down a tall tree? Experts reveal what you can and can't ask them to do
September 10th
- What to do with perennials in September that guarantee neater borders now and healthier plants next spring
- 5 clever ways to add a desk to your bedroom without disrupting your sleep – interior designers reveal all
- Can you plant tulip bulbs in September? Experts warn planting too soon could spoil next spring’s flowers
September 9th
- 7 things people with Victorian houses always do in autumn to prevent damp
- 4 features making your kitchen look dated in 2026, according to design pros
- Can my neighbour build a shed against my fence? 3 rules they’ll need to follow – and what to do if they break them
September 8th
- 8 clump-forming perennials to divide in September for healthier plants and better blooms next year
September 7th
- The best time to prune hebes is coming up – experts reveal how to get more blooms without damaging the plant
- Can you plant allium bulbs in September? Experts say you can get them in the ground sooner than you'd think
September 6th
- I review heated clothes airers for a living – these are the 7 things I'd always look for before buying one
September 5th
- 7 things I test before recommending an electric blanket – I'm a Sleep Editor, and this is my testing criteria
- 6 plants to collect seeds from in September – and grow next year's garden for free
September 4th
- 5 things to do with your roses in September for healthier plants and abundant blooms next year
September 3rd
- 3 things to do with your tomato plants this September – make the most of remaining fruits and encourage new growth
September 2nd
- Can I cut my neighbour's plants if they grow over into my garden? How to protect yourself from an unwanted legal dispute
- Plant these 5 low-maintenance daffodils in September for showstopping spring displays – and minimal effort!
September 1st
- 8 plants to add to pots in September for instant colour