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Are chafer grubs eating your lawn? 3 tell-tale signs that they’re wrecking your grassAnd how to get rid of them
By Sophie King
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Don't overseed your lawn until you've done this one crucial thing for thicker, healthier grassIt could make all the difference to how well grass seed grows
By Kayleigh Dray
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Best flowering groundcover plants – these 7 weed suppressors are low-maintenance and bloom beautifully every yearThey support pollinators, too
By Sophie King
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7 low-maintenance potted plants to make your front porch smell incredible all summer and boost your kerb appeal tooBring some much-needed colour and fragrance to your front door
By Jenny McFarlane
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My friends' garden is being invaded by their neighbour's bamboo – this is how they're tackling the super-spreaderAnd what to do if it happens to your garden
By Sophie King
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7 shrubs that thrive on neglect – easy-going varieties that still add colour to your gardenThey pack a punch in beds and borders with minimal effort required
By Lisa Fazzani
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Can I put a trellis on my neighbour's fence? The legal rules you must follow before adding a trellis to a boundary fence or risk breaking the lawWhat you need to know
By Holly Reaney
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This is the best spot to plant jasmine and turn a wall or fence into a fragrant floral display this summerEncourage as many blooms as possible!
By Sophie King
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I accidentally used hugelkultur to fill my deep planter – and it's saved me a small fortune on soil and my plants are thriving tooIt turns out it's a genius, budget-friendly gardening method
By Jenny McFarlane
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A magnolia is the ultimate high-impact plant to buy and plant up this month – this is how I bagged my new plant for a bargain priceShop cleverly and nab yourself a bargain buy at the garden centre
By Lisa Fazzani
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I recommend these groundcover roses to anyone looking to manage weeds *and* fill their garden borders with fragranceThey’re low-maintenance, too!
By Sophie King
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How to prune properly in early spring – protect your plants while it's still cold with this expert-approved method so your garden thrives in the months to comePruning can feel overwhelming, but with some simple kit and a little know-how, you can enjoy a productive and beautiful garden in the year ahead
By Laura Hillier
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What to do with perennials in March – these 6 tasks will encourage resilient plantsAdd these crucial jobs to your list
By Sophie King
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The one thing you shouldn't do with jasmine right now if you want it to flower well in the summerThis mistake could cost this year's blooms
By Sophie King
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5 things people with tidy coffee corners always have in their kitchen – combining practical storage and café-inspired elementsTo keep the lattes and cappuccinos flowing
By Molly Cleary
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This is the time to plant blueberries for the best harvests this summer – don't wait or you'll miss outPlant them before the window closes and you'll be rewarded with sweet, juicy berries later in the season
By Jenny McFarlane
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Is your at-home coffee coming out bitter? It could be down to these coffee machine mistakes – I've seen them all in my time testing coffee makers for a livingCoffee machines are a lifesaver, but they can be hard to master
By Alex David
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Granular vs liquid lawn fertiliser – this is the type that will green your grass the fastestHere are the benefits of each feed
By Sophie King
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How I'm planning to transform my garden into a Mediterranean oasis this summer with fragrant flowers, terracotta tones and simple, budget-friendly outdoor decor swapsThese easy planting and outdoor decor ideas will transform my space in time for summer
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 clever ways I’m reusing egg cartons in my garden this spring – they're saving me both time and moneyDon't chuck out your old egg cartons, they'll come in super handy in the garden
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 ways to stop squirrels from digging up your potted plants – smart and humane ways to stop them destroying your bulb displaysDon't let all your hard work be dug up and eaten
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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How to spot a rose sucker – and remove it before it sucks the life out of your plantDon't let these unwanted shoots steal the show
By Sophie King
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What I look for when buying a coffee machine, as an expert reviewer who’s spent hundreds of hours testing different coffee makersNeed a coffee machine? I've reviewed dozens. Here's what I look for when I'm buying a coffee maker for myself
By Alex David
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My patio was covered in grime after winter – this one cleaner worked wonders at getting my limestone slabs gleaming againMy patio is sorted for spring
By Jenny McFarlane
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These are the 4 things you should never do to your lawn in spring – experts say avoid doing these in March and you'll have thicker, healthier grass for summerSteer clear of these spring lawncare mistakes...
By Kayleigh Dray
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This is the one rambling rose to plant now for beautiful fragrance and privacy all summer longIt’ll cover a fence or trellis in no time
By Sophie King
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5 things people with tidy ottoman beds always do – prevent messy chaos and make finding items easy and stress-freeHow to keep this storage space neat, organised, and clutter-free
By Amy Lockwood


