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5 best native plants to stop weeds – make caring for your garden easier while adding some beauty
Keep weeds at bay without compromising on your planting design
By Holly Reaney
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How to grow lilies — the best way to plant the bulbs and fill your pots and borders with these fragrant favourites
Learn how in 5 easy steps
By Sophie King
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When to plant out sweet peas — if you sowed the seeds indoors this year, it's almost time to move them outside
Here's when you can plant your seedlings outside
By Sophie King
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Do you know how old your washing machine is? Experts warn it could be increasing your energy bill if it's over this age
An old washing machine could be adding a hefty amount to your energy bills
By Kezia Reynolds
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Rats in the compost bin? Here's what to do about it, according to pest experts
Rat-proof your compost bin with these simple tips
By Sophie King
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Sleep on your stomach? Which type of mattress sleep experts advise you use
How to find the best mattress for stomach sleepers – we asked an osteopath and a physiotherapist weigh in
By Zoë Phillimore
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Experts say this is the reason you should use a dehumidifier all year round — and your health and home will thank you for it
Don't think about storing your dehumidifier away until next winter
By Kezia Reynolds
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When to plant hollyhock seeds – you have two windows a year to choose from
Temperature is key to ensure beautiful blooms
By Holly Reaney
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Sleep experts reveal 5 bedroom styling tips to encourage good sleep hygiene – improving yours is easier than you think
You’ll never wake up on the wrong side of bed again
By Maddie Balcombe
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How to patch up holes in a wall — restore your walls to their former glory, no DIY experience required
A step-by-step solution to gallery wall switch-ups or accidental damage
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best soil for growing tomatoes — experts share the secret to the perfect soil mix that will help yours thrive
If you want a bumper crop of tomatoes it's best to make sure you plant them in the correct soil...
By Kayleigh Dray
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This £1.99 product is the key to getting oil out of a carpet — no expensive carpet cleaner required
You probably already have this tough-on-stains cleaner in your cupboard, too
By Lauren Bradbury
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Why are my seedlings leggy? Experts reveal the most common cause — and 3 ways to avoid spindly young plants
Prevention is better than cure — but there is a method you can try to fix them
By Sophie King
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How to remove algae from a fence — 4 methods that will banish the green and prevent wood rot
You don’t have to replace a fence if it’s covered in algae. Here's what to do…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Can you grow succulents outdoors? The varieties that will thrive in your garden for a unique and low-maintenance display
Everything you need to know about helping succulents grow outdoors
By Katie Sims
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5 vegetables you can grow at home to stop wasting money at the supermarket — they're so easy, even beginners can master them
Garden experts share their top picks to save you money on the weekly shop
By Sophie King
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How to organise a small wardrobe with lots of clothes — 6 tips to transform your wardrobe from chaos to calm
Pro organisers share space-savvy hacks for smaller wardrobes
By Katie Sims
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When to plant freesias — the perfect time to plant the corms, indoors and outdoors
It all depends on where you'll be growing these fragrant flowers
By Sophie King
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Can you use wet wipes to clean your TV screen? Cleaning experts warn against it and say this easy method will deliver better results
Your TV screen is far more delicate than you think
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to clean curtains without taking them down — 3 quick and easy ways to give your home a refresh without the extra hassle
Who knew you could vacuum your curtains?!
By Lauren Bradbury
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8 systems to keep your home organised that always work, according to professional home organisers
Tailor them to suit your space…
By Tara King
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How to grow cucumbers in pots for a summer of tasty harvests — and the early mistake experts warn against that will sabotage your crop
From sowing to harvesting, our guide's got you covered
By Sophie King
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How often to water a peace lily – experts share their tips for keeping this popular indoor plant properly hydrated
This tricky equation to figure out – experts share their advice to stop your plant from wilting
By Marina Rabin
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How to clean a kettle with lemon and banish limescale with this natural cleaning hack
Descale your kettle the natural way
By Marina Rabin
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Struggling to find a mattress that suits both you and your partner? Why a zip-and-link mattress is the solution that could save your relationship
A zip-and-link mattress could solve the problems couples face when sharing a bed. Sleep experts explain what one is, and what the benefits and disadvantages are
By Zoë Phillimore
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Do mattress toppers help with back pain? Medical professionals explain what you need to know
If a bad back is keeping you from a good night's sleep a mattress topper can help to an extent...
By Zoë Phillimore
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How to dry clothes in a small space
The clever laundry solutions to suit compact living areas
By Katie Sims