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I’m rethinking my relationship with clutter – and the dissolving caterpillar method is the mindful approach I needed
If you want to declutter gently and make lasting changes, this slow and steady method might be for you
By Katie Sims
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How and where to store a mattress topper for a sofa bed – keep your guests comfy without sacrificing your storage space
To roll or fold? This is everything you need to store a mattress topper properly
By Ellis Cochrane
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I fell in love with this flowering plant when I went to Italy – and it’s easy to grow here in the UK
It's a verbena lookalike with a vibrant twist...
By Sophie King
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7 shrubs that thrive in wet soil – experts share the plants that will flourish even if your garden is boggy and waterlogged
Choose the right shrubs for a wet garden and you can still achieve great results
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 common irrigation mistakes that could be ruining your garden – experts share the biggest pitfalls when setting up a watering system
Ensuring your garden is watered frequently and well is paramount, our irrigation mistakes to avoid will guide you to keeping your garden looking great all year round
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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How to replace the roof on a terraced house
Experts explain how to navigate the potential issues
By Natasha Brinsmead
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The quick hack design experts use to make a kitchen look more high-end – and you can do it for under £5
Get the luxury look in minutes
By Holly Reaney
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5 drought-tolerant plants that are safe for dogs
The best flowers, herbs and grasses to grow if you have a dog
By Sophie King
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What are the disadvantages of resin driveways?
There's a lot to love about resin driveways – but what are the downsides of this modern material you need to know about? I asked the experts
By Natasha Brinsmead
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7 popular houseplants to avoid if you have kids or pets – these toxic plants could have disastrous consequences
Keep these plants out of reach of curious pets or toddlers
By Ellis Cochrane
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I'm a mattress tester, and this is the ideal mattress thickness – because yes, depth does matter
What's the standard mattress thickness, and how deep should you go? I explain all
By Zoë Phillimore
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Want more honeysuckle in your garden? Here’s how to take cuttings step-by-step
Multiply your favourite climber for free with this simple cutting method
By Holly Reaney
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How to care for orchids – 7 expert-approved tips for guaranteed flowers every year
We've rolled all the best orchid care tips into one guide...
By Sophie King
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How to get rid of dog urine marks on grass – the best ways to fix stains, and prevent them in the first place!
Keep those yellow patches at bay
By Sophie King
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These plants need extra care during a heatwave, warn experts – this is how to rescue them
They'll need some TLC to survive the heat...
By Sophie King
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7 things you should never vacuum up — experts reveal the worst offenders that will ruin your appliance
We've all done it, but we shouldn't
By Katie Sims
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How to stop pests eating your herbs – 3 tried and tested methods to protect your herb garden naturally
Expert methods for keeping your herb garden pest-free
By Katie Sims
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3 plants that love tea – garden experts reveal which varieties will thrive on your old teabags
The best plants for tea feeding and how to do it right
By Katie Sims
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How to protect birds from the heat – 2 non-negotiables your garden needs according to wildlife experts
We need to look after our feathered friends in hot weather
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 of the best drought-tolerant plants for pots that thrive in a heatwave
These low-maintenance favourites love container life
By Sophie King
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3 cheap and effective ways to keep mosquitoes out of your bird bath approved by pest control experts
Protect both yourself and your garden birds
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 houseplants that can help cool your home – fight the heatwave naturally with these clever varieties
The cooling impact is modest, but every little helps at the moment
By Rebecca Knight
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No outside tap? Here are the best (and easiest) ways to water your garden
These are our favourite workarounds
By Sophie King
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Experts share the best ways to secure your garden from thieves and burglary – these are the outdoor security tricks that work
Here's what security and gardening experts recommend
By Rebecca Lawton
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How to water your garden during a hosepipe ban – 4 alternatives that will keep your plants hydrated (and avoid fines!)
From recycling water to using drip irrigation systems
By Sophie King
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What does a hosepipe ban actually mean? With another heatwave on the way, these are the rules if you want to avoid a fine
Key hosepipe ban rules to be aware of, and who's exempt...
By Sophie King
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These are the types of geranium you should deadhead in July for continuous blooms all summer long
And the ones you don't need to bother with!
By Sophie King