Advices Archive | August 2025

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August 30th
- How to prune hydrangeas – the crucial difference between old wood bloomers and new wood bloomers
August 29th
- 7 high-maintenance plants to think twice before adding to your garden
- What to do with agapanthus after flowering – 3 steps to help you lengthen your plant's life
August 28th
- Can you plant supermarket garlic? Yes, but experts warn it could have this disastrous consequence for the rest of your garden
August 27th
- This is the best time to use nematodes on a lawn if you want to protect it from leatherjackets
August 26th
- I've learned these 3 things about safely moving established plants from the RHS's chief horticulturalist – and here's what you should consider if you plan to do the same
- 5 rookie mistakes I’ve made when buying plants for my garden and will never fall for again
- These smart design tricks made my small, north-facing hallway feel like a Pinterest-worthy cottage
August 25th
- 6 places in the garden to never use eggshells - it could cause more harm than good
- Cinnamon powder could be the key to your cuttings' success – here's why it works
August 24th
- The £3.50 cleaning buy I use when I have no time to clean as a busy mum of three – it's the only thing that'll tackle my kids' mess
- Are IKEA sofa beds worth it? I tested the entire range, and these are the 3 that convinced me they are
August 23rd
- These are the 5 prettiest snowdrop varieties to grow for stunning spring displays
August 22nd
- Is the 8-8-8 lavender pruning technique the 'foolproof' secret to better blooms?
- 5 tricks that will keep a south-facing living room cool – even in a surprise heatwave
- 3 things you should put on your lawn in summer to encourage lush, green grass before the season ends
- What’s the best flooring for a dog-friendly home? Experts reveal the one material they would always pick
August 21st
- 3 defensive plants to keep your home safe from thieves – add them to your garden ASAP
- This is why linen bedding is so expensive, according to experts – 'it might cost a little more upfront, but it’s built to last'
August 20th
- How to rescue a plant from the clearance table – and figure out if it's salvageable in the first place
- August is the perfect time to overseed a lawn, but there’s one thing you’ll need to know about sowing after a heatwave
August 19th
- How to propagate zinnias from cuttings and multiply your display of colourful blooms for free
- These are the two best ways to tell if your sweetcorn is ready to be harvested for delicious, juicy cobs
August 18th
- I'm a florist and these are the 7 flowers I love to grow in my cut flower garden in late summer
- I fitted my own kitchen... twice – here's why I doubt I'll do it again
- Never prune these plants in August if you want them to flower again next year
August 17th
- No, I didn't buy new oak doors - I used Frenchic browning wax instead, and now I wouldn't replace them with the real thing
- How to get rid of horsetail weed - garden experts reveal the best way to tackle this hard to kill weed
- This is the colour bedding that will make a small bedroom look bigger, according to experts – and the shades to avoid
August 16th
- How to prevent maggots in a kitchen bin – 4 expert-approved ways that mean you never have to deal with this gross problem again
- How to prune verbena – the best time to cut your plant back for loads of flowers next year
August 15th
- I bought the viral fan that fakes the cooling effect of an air conditioner – it's the only thing saving me in this heat
- The easy, non-toxic method pest experts swear by to keep wasps out of your garden – all you need is a sheet of paper
August 14th
- How to grow honeysuckle for stunning, fragrant blooms – they're a must for a fence or trellis
August 13th
- 5 of the best salad crops to sow in August for quick harvests – and out-of-this-world flavour
- 3 scents to deter spiders and make your home smell gorgeous in the process – it's a win-win
August 12th
- Plant these 8 perennials in August for a burst of blooms right through autumn
August 11th
- 5 kids’ bedroom design mistakes that are making it impossible to keep tidy and how to fix them
- A wetting agent can revive and protect even the driest lawns – here's how it could benefit your garden
August 10th
- The 3 common galley kitchen mistakes to avoid, so you can optimise your small kitchen without compromising on style
August 9th
- This is the best type of fertiliser for ripening tomatoes – it'll help you grow your best toms ever
- 5 plants to grow next to your bird bath to make your garden look gorgeous and encourage more birds
August 8th
- How to deadhead cosmos for seemingly endless flowers all summer long
August 7th
- How to grow climbing hydrangeas – the best ways to plant, train and prune for years of beautiful flowers
- Putting fairy lights on garden fences can land you in trouble with your neighbours, warn legal experts
August 6th
- When to cut back lilies – and which parts to avoid trimming if you want them to bloom again next year
August 5th
- 7 perennials to cut back in August for a second flush of autumn flowers
August 4th
- Experts say this dehumidifier 'cooling' hack could be backfiring on your energy bills and hiking them up
- Are climbing plants damaging your home? What you need to know before training a climber up a brick wall
- 5 jobs to do in a vegetable garden in August for late-summer productivity and autumn prep
August 3rd
- 4 reasons your tomatoes aren’t turning red – and how to get them back on track in time for summer salads
- Swapping your tarmac driveway for this smart paving solution can reduce your risk of flooding
August 2nd
- How to get rid of selfheal in a lawn – 3 ways to keep the purple-flowering weed at bay
- How to make your own bird feed – wildlife expert reveals their favourite recipe that will have birds flocking to your garden
August 1st
- I use banana peel to clean my houseplants, and the leaves have never looked healthier
- I’m a serial renovator and this is how I’d remove an internal wall safely and when I’d advise you call in the pros
- Powdery mildew on sweet peas is rife right now – here's how to prevent it