Latest articles by Sophie Warren-Smith
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5 houseplants you should stop watering in NovemberSometimes a little neglect is what a plant needs
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You'd never know this built-in hallway corner cabinet was actually an IKEA PAX unitThe clever tricks that elevated this flatpack into bespoke storage
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Who really owns the tree or hedge between your house and your neighbour's?Here's what you need to know
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A custom daybed turned this awkward tiny room into an elegant dual-purpose guest room and home officeIt's a masterclass in maximising space
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5 fast-growing privacy shrubs to plant this autumn if you're tired of an overlooked gardenTake advantage of the warm soil to plant them now
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You don't need a big garden to grow your own fruit – these 7 trees are perfect for smaller spacesAnd you can plant them now
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5 shrubs to prune in October for healthier growth and better blooms next yearDon't put your secateurs away yet
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5 easy flowers to sow in October for a garden bursting with colour next spring and summerNow is the perfect time
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6 things your neighbour could be doing that are causing damp in your homeAnd what you can do about it
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5 evergreen ground cover plants that keep borders looking full of life when everything else dies backKeep your garden full long after summer flowers fade
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How to store bulbs before planting and keep them in good condition until you're ready to get them in the groundDon't let your busy schedule get in the way of beautiful spring bulbs
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What should I do if my neighbour's fence is falling into my garden? Experts explain how to handle this tricky situationThe do's and don'ts
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5 pretty flowers that continue to bloom right into DecemberThese varieties just keep the colour coming
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Should you water bulbs after planting in autumn? The do's and don'ts for perfect bloomsOur experts give us the lowdown on the do's and don'ts
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What do do with hydrangeas in SeptemberAnd bag some free plants for next year
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Sorry tulips – these lesser-known bulbs will fill my garden with colour for far less effortExperts share their top five alternatives to tulip bulbs
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What to do with perennials in September that guarantee neater borders now and healthier plants next springGive your perennials some attention this month and future you will be grateful come spring
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5 things to do with your roses in September for healthier plants and abundant blooms next yearEarly autumn is the key time to start giving your roses a little love
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5 bulbs to plant in August to fill your garden with colour throughout autumn and winterNow is the perfect time to get some bulbs in the warmer ground
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Clever built-in storage doubled the space in this compact room and turned it into the ultimate multi-tasking home office and guest roomThere's now space to work and for guests to make themselves at home
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5 plants to collect seeds from now for free flowers next year
Don't let them go to waste by storing them now
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A multi-tasking kitchen island was the key to unlocking the full potential of this elegant family kitchen'We wanted the kitchen to become the heart of the home'
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You'd never know this luxe-looking living room was transformed on a budget with Facebook Marketplace finds and clever design ideasThis room is proof that sometimes the best spaces take a little time to come together
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7 of the longest flowering plants for effortless colour from August to autumnThese garden favourites will keep blooming long after summer ends
