Advices Archive | June 2025

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June 30th
- 10 plants to propagate in July – save your money and fill your garden for free with these cuttings
- 5 of the best climbing plants for shade – these flowering climbers thrive on a shady wall, fence or screen
June 29th
- I asked so you don't have to - this is the secret number of colours to include in a kitchen design for a stylish scheme
- 5 biennials to plant in July and create a garden bursting with colourful blooms
June 28th
- 6 cottage garden plants that thrive in shade – brighten up your garden with these flowering plants and foliage
June 27th
- 3 signs that your cucumbers are ready to pick – if you harvest too early, you can ruin this fresh summer treat
- I asked two baristas how they choose coffee beans – here are the expert tips I'm going to be following from now on
- Keep flies out of your home with this natural and cheap trick – all you need is a lemon and cloves
- 3 reasons your roses are falling off the plant too fast – and how to help them last longer
June 26th
- I swapped my cotton sheets for silky bamboo bed linen during the heatwave – it's a game-changer for a cooler sleep
- 5 flowering annuals that thrive on neglect for a stunning garden with minimal effort
- 3 easy, safe and humane ways to keep crows out of your garden, according to wildlife experts
June 25th
- What is the difference between a canopy, a gazebo and a pergola? Garden experts explain the key differences to help you choose
- How often should you deadhead plants? Garden experts break down the timings for healthier plants and more blooms
June 24th
- 7 sun-loving plants to grow in pots – these expert-approved planting choices will stay looking good all summer long
- This is how often you should wash your bedding in summer to prevent it becoming 'a hotbed for bacteria', according to experts
- 7 annual flowers that don't need deadheading – these self-cleaning plants will do the work for you!
June 23rd
- 5 things you should know before building a garden wall so you don't fall for any common mistakes
- This is the difference between pruning shears and scissors in the garden – they’re both essentials, but they have different strengths
June 22nd
- Experts reveal the best spots to put an air purifier in a kitchen for maximum odour-busting impact
- Banish carpet moths from your home this summer – 5 easy methods to get rid of them and stop them coming back
June 21st
- How to shade a greenhouse – 6 different ways to protect your plants from the sun and avoid scorched leaves
June 20th
- 8 plants that will repel snails and slugs – experts approved planting choices to stop them destroying your flower beds
- Where to plant hydrangeas – get these three things right and your shrub will thrive
June 19th
- 5 vegetables that love full sun – these crops produce their best harvests in the sunshine, and you can plant them now
- It’s official, bedding experts say this is the thread count you should choose for summer bed linen – 'anything higher can trap the heat'
June 18th
- These 5 perennials that thrive on neglect will guarantee a beautiful garden for lazy gardeners all year-round
- Is it cheaper to build a pergola or to buy one? Experts say one option is more cost-effective, but not everyone should try it
- Boiling water is a cheap and easy way to remove garden weeds, but this is what experts want you to know before trying it at home
- 3 ways to protect your lawn in a heatwave – keep your grass healthy amid this week’s high temperatures
June 17th
- How to grow black pepper – 5 steps to nail growing your own seasoning at home
- I've scoured the internet for the best plant supports to keep my garden in shape - these stakes and obelisks will guarantee beautiful garden borders
- I swear by this £2 household staple to clean my entire home – these are 7 ways you can use it in yours too
June 16th
- 7 best paint colours to brighten up a gloomy north-facing garden, according to experts
- This is what every type of garden shade means, from full sun to deep shade, to help you work out what will grow best in your garden
June 15th
- Experts reveal the one simple ingredient that will leave your carpets smelling and looking fresh — this is how to use it
- How high can a garden fence be? The legal limit and the £2,500 fine you risk if you get it wrong
June 14th
- 3 things you need to do if you find a bird injured in your garden, according to wildlife experts
- 7 vegetables you can sow in summer for quick harvests and late-season crops
June 13th
- The two key soil improvers you need to know about when sowing and potting up plants – here’s how to choose the right type
June 12th
- Don't confuse a leaf blower with a leaf vacuum – this is how to choose the right one for clearing small and large gardens quickly and easily
June 11th
- How to clean burnt-on milk off a frother – rescue your coffee machine's steam wand fast with these 3 tried-and-tested methods
- 4 practical ways to attract birds to a balcony or urban garden, according to wildlife experts
- This easy-to-grow (and pretty!) flower could help you keep squirrels at bay in the garden – here's how to use it
- Should you use distilled water in an iron? This is the perfect water combination, experts say everyone should be using in their iron
June 10th
- 4 places in a garden you should never use leftover coffee grounds – gardening experts warn that they'll do more harm than good
- 7 biennial flowers that flourish in clay soil – experts share the plants that fill your garden with an abundance of blooms
- 5 reasons you need a garden fork – it's a staple in any gardener's shed, with so many benefits
June 9th
- Do I have a right to privacy in my garden? Here's what you can (and can't) do
- What can I do if my neighbour's tree is damaging my fence? Everything you need to know from a legal standpoint
- How to grow borage – planting, watering and harvesting the herb that bees love
- What I wish I knew before buying a clothes steamer – don't make the same mistakes I made
June 8th
- Is it better to rent or buy a carpet cleaner? From cost to convenience, experts weigh up the pros and cons
June 7th
- Worried your neighbour is attracting rats? What you can legally do
- How to weatherproof a pergola – 6 solutions to get the most out of your outdoor space all year round
- Herbs you should never plant together – avoid these combinations to ensure a thriving herb garden
- How many sets of bedding should you have? This is the exact number of sheets, pillowcases, and duvet covers you need, according to experts
June 6th
- How to plant gladiolus bulbs in pots – an easy guide to bringing these beautiful blooms to your container garden
- What to do after scarifying a lawn – 5 crucial follow-up steps for a greener, healthier lawn
June 5th
- 6 of the best plants for clay soil – these shrubs and flowering plants will thrive in this challenging soil type
June 4th
- 5 colours that will make a new build kitchen feel warm, according to the experts
- This is the difference between a spade and a shovel – because they're not the same tool!
June 3rd
- 7 perennials to cut back in June – experts say giving these plants the Chelsea chop will encourage a second flush of flowers
June 2nd
- How to grow gooseberries – everything you need to know about planting, watering and pruning these fruiting favourites
- 9 things you need to know when shopping for a mattress with back pain, according to a sleep expert and osteopath