Advices Archive | January 2026

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January 31st
- How to propagate string of hearts for free trailing houseplants – the 2 best methods that any beginner can master
- I asked 5 interior designers if bedroom cushions and curtains should match – they all shared the same *very* strong opinion
January 30th
- Pruning plum, cherry and other stone fruit trees in winter carries a huge risk – experts are warning that trimming them too early could cause irreversible damage
January 29th
- 7 plants you can grow in water all year round – the effortless, mess-free way to grow vegetables and houseplants
January 28th
- The garden maintenance jobs hedgehog experts wish you'd stop doing – protect these garden visitors by avoiding these spring tidy-up mistakes
- 4 things you should do with amaryllis in January if you want it to flower again next year – encourage stronger plants and even better blooms
January 27th
- Every eco-conscious gardener I know uses peat-free compost – 3 of the biggest benefits of this sustainable alternative
January 26th
- The destructive pest sneaking into your home on secondhand furniture – this is how to check you're not bringing it in with your latest eBay find
January 24th
- This is the best way to propagate calatheas and bag yourself some free houseplants – and no, it isn’t from cuttings
- I've spent hours looking for a headboard for my bedroom – these are my 6 go-to stores with the most stylish designs
January 23rd
- This short window is the best time to buy dahlias, according to experts – don’t leave it too late to get your hands on the most striking varieties
- Plants to cut back hard in midwinter for better growth, flowers and fruit – don't be shy when it comes to these 5 types
January 22nd
- 5 houseplant trends you need on your radar for 2026 – it's all about bold planting with minimal maintenance, according to experts
January 21st
- 5 simple ways to tell if your dehumidifier is *actually* doing its job according to experts – and what to do if it's not
- 5 things people with a low-maintenance vegetable garden always have – halve the time you spend watering, battling pests and getting rid of weeds
January 20th
- 7 sweet-smelling flowering shrubs to fill your winter garden with scent and colour when nothing else is blooming
January 19th
- I fell for the built-in dog bath trend – after living with it for a couple of years this is what I wish I'd known before adding one to my utility room
- 7 early flowering plants that will brighten up a bleak January garden with mood-boosting colour
- 2 simple things you should do with a Christmas cactus after flowering – less is more, according to experts
January 18th
- I was sick of post and clutter taking over our kitchen every day, so I set up this simple family command centre and it works!
January 17th
- This January garden tool care task is so important – it could mean the difference between healthy and infected plants in the spring
January 16th
- I'm using smart plugs to help lower my energy bills in 2026 – and these are the best (and cheapest) places I've found to buy them
January 15th
- It's so important that you *don't* prune these plants in midwinter – for one thing, it could cost you this year's flowers
January 14th
- I stopped trying to do big house resets and started using a tidy-up timer instead – now my kids want to help me too!
- Tabletop veg is set to be *big* this year, according to the RHS – 7 of the best options that thrive in small spaces
January 13th
- Experts say you must do these important garden jobs now to prevent more damage to your plants before the next cold snap
January 12th
- 4 climbing plants to prune in January – trim these climbers now to encourage healthy growth and even more flowers this year
- 7 plants you should take hardwood cuttings from in January to fill your garden with plants for free
January 11th
- Your dehumidifier isn't always the answer in winter, experts warn – this is when not to use yours in the coldest months
January 9th
- ‘Winter weather is a flavour upgrade’ for some vegetables, say experts – but you'll need to know when to step in if you want your crops to last
January 8th
- The biggest risk to newly planted trees in January is also the cuddliest, but don’t be fooled – they can wreak havoc on young trees
January 7th
- 5 flowers to sow indoors in January for an early flush of blooms – get a head start on the growing season!
January 6th
- Is it time to declutter your houseplants? Experts share their top tips for paring back your indoor jungle so it thrives
January 5th
- How to care for philodendrons – the best way to position, water and feed the popular houseplants for lush, fast-growing foliage
January 4th
- I'm a florist and these are the 7 houseplants that help my wellbeing during the winter months
- Professional organisers reveal the clutter hotspots they come across in every home – and how they tackle them
January 3rd
- My calathea plant thrives best in this spot in my home – but it’ll also grow well in 2 other places, according to houseplant experts
- 7 'annoying' cleaning jobs to get on top of this January – your future self will thank you
January 2nd
- What to do with your old Christmas tree to help wildlife over winter – these easy ways to reuse it in your garden will help your garden visitors long after December
- I've spent the last 5 years writing about sofa beds – these are the best times of year to shop if you want a bargain
- How to use 'visual decluttering' to bring more calm into the home in 2026
January 1st
- Winter cuttings don't have to be hard! These ones practically grow themselves and they'll save you money come spring