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5 flowers to sow indoors in January for an early flush of blooms – get a head start on the growing season!
Sweet peas, snapdragons and more
By Sophie King
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Is it time to declutter your houseplants? Experts share their top tips for paring back your indoor jungle so it thrives
Keep on top of a growing houseplant collection with our expert approved care tips
By Lisa Fazzani
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Are robot vacuum cleaners worth it? Everything you need to know about this year’s ‘it’ floorcare appliance
This is what I *really* think, as a vacuum expert
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to care for philodendrons – the best way to position, water and feed them
They're so easy to look after!
By Sophie King
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I'm a florist and these are the 7 houseplants that help my wellbeing during the winter months
Boost your mental health over winter with these beneficial houseplants
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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Professional organisers reveal the clutter hotspots they come across in every home – and how they tackle them
The full list of the most cluttered spaces in the home
By Katie Sims
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Where to place a calathea – 3 spots the tropical houseplants love best, according to experts
Mimicking their origins is key
By Sophie King
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7 'annoying' cleaning jobs to get on top of this January – your future self will thank you
Now's the time to *finally* tick off the cleaning jobs we never get round to
By Katie Sims
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What to do with your old Christmas tree to help wildlife over winter - these easy ways to reuse it in your garden will help your garden visitors long after December
Recycle your old Christmas tree in the garden and it could provide the local wildlife with a place to shelter, roost or feed when it's cold
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to use 'visual decluttering' to bring more calm into the home in 2026
If your kitchen cupboards are currently causing overwhelm, visual decluttering can help
By Katie Sims
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Winter cuttings don't have to be hard! These ones practically grow themselves and they'll save you money come spring
It may sometimes feel like we are short of gardening jobs in the winter months, but if your green fingers are starting to itch, cuttings could be the answer!
By Laura Hillier
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3 reasons you should plant a tree this winter
All the benefits of adding a new tree to your garden when it’s cold outside
By Sophie King
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I have zero systems in place for storing Christmas decorations, so I asked professional organisers how to best pack them away for next year
Help me find my way to festive storage with the help of experts
By Amy Reeves
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The wildlife-friendly jobs I'm doing before it turns icy – they are low-effort but will really help out your garden visitors this winter
Look out for the local birds and wildlife in your garden before the winter sets in
By Lisa Fazzani
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Yes, you can compost your Christmas tree – but do this first if you want it to break down properly
It makes a brilliant base if you get it right
By Sophie King
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Don’t throw your secateurs away just yet – these are the products I’ll be using in 2026 to refresh my garden tools
They'll scrub your secateurs up like new!
By Sophie King
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How I saved money by reorganising my fridge – I’ve already noticed a huge saving on my energy bills and weekly shop
Sorting out my fridge freezer has immediately saved me money and energy
By Amy Reeves
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This simple winter planter is how I'm adding colour and life to my garden in January
Adding cold-weather favourites to winter planters will brighten up the garden no end when the weather is gloomy
By Lisa Fazzani
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Would I choose a range cooker again? My honest review after five years
Here’s what half a decade of cooking, cleaning and running a range cooker has taught me
By Linda Clayton
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The 5-7-9 rule could squirrel-proof your bird feeder – here's what the numbers mean
'It makes a big difference both to the wellbeing of birds'
By Sophie King
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Don’t bin your pine needles this winter – 3 ways to reuse dropped Christmas tree needles in your garden
Christmas tree shedding quicker than you can say, 'O Tanenbaum'? Here's how to put those pine needles to good use
By Kayleigh Dray
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I've just discovered wheelie bin compactors – and they're a Christmas rubbish game-changer
The bin solution I didn't know existed and it's genius for over Christmas
By Jenny McFarlane
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Your Christmas lights could be causing a harmful ‘false dawn' effect for birds
3 crucial tips from wildlife experts
By Sophie King
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Don't let your houseplants dry out while you're away at Christmas! These simple tips will keep them hydrated and healthy
Take care of your houseplants while you're away over the holidays with our expert-approved care and watering advice
By Lisa Fazzani
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These are the best things to feed birds in winter, according to wildlife experts
High-energy foods are key
By Sophie King
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Experts swear by these sneaky ways to hide clutter when guests are on the way – you'll wish you knew about them sooner
Need to get your house guest-ready but short on time? Experts share the cleverest ways to hide clutter this Christmas
By Rebecca Lawton
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This is how to paint IKEA furniture like a pro – experts reveal all the tools, techniques and processes essential to making your DIY project a success
It's all you need to transform your flatpack furniture beyond recognition with little more than paint
By Holly Walsh


