News Archive | February 2026

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February 28th
- This genius hack will quadruple your space for growing seedlings at home and fill your garden with even more gorgeous plants this spring
- 5 bedding plants to plant now to give your garden an instant pop of colour, according to garden experts
February 27th
- Hot borders is the planting trend that will fill your garden with bold colour this summer – your garden will look sunny even when the sky is grey
- Prue Leith totally changed her mind on air fryers after enacting this one simple (and free!) piece of advice – if yours is gathering dust, listen up
- The White Company has just dropped a new home fragrance, and it's perfect if you’re bored of sweet florals and sharp citrus notes
February 26th
- I was one of the first to try out the Shark EveryMess – this is the good, the bad, and the ugly you need to know before you buy
- Garden experts are urging gardeners to get this important pruning job done before this weekend – or risk an unlimited fine
- IKEA’s chic new plant stand will give your garden that instant hotel look – this is how to style it like a pro
February 25th
- I'm recommending this £1.50 IKEA garden essential to everyone this planting season – it's the most used tool in my small courtyard garden
- IKEA is selling a fluffy chair for kids, and I’m furious it’s not available for adults – 6 picks to transform a playroom or bedroom
- Gordon Ramsay's clever pan storage is the star of his family kitchen - here's why this feature works for pro chefs
- Smeg's new 3-in-1 microwave could make your oven and air fryer redundant – and of course, it's available in gorgeous pastel shades too
- 6 solar lights from The Range that will instantly give your garden a glow up – it's one of my favourite places to shop for on-trend, affordable garden lighting
February 24th
- B&M is selling some of the most affordable mini-greenhouses I’ve seen – they’re perfect for tiny gardens
- Our Place has reimagined its bestselling Always Pan in this year's 'it' colour – but it'll only be available to buy for a very limited time
- I’ve been saving up for cast iron, but this aluminium pan at Aldi has turned my head – it’s a lightweight, affordable alternative if you hate lifting heavy pans
February 23rd
- Yes, small homes *can* have a utility – and Dunelm’s clever new storage solution lets you fake one in any room of your house
- George Home has just dropped one of the most stylish garden bistro sets I’ve seen for under £150 – it easily rivals John Lewis’ sell-out Marcy sling chair
- IKEA’s new £8 lamp stand is a game-changer for your garden lighting this spring – 4 ways interior design experts are using it
February 22nd
- Aldi is selling a mini growhouse that is perfect for small gardens and balconies – it’s a must-have if you’re short on planting space
- Households urged to follow the 30-minute laundry rule in winter – say goodbye to musty washing
February 21st
- John Lewis's new homeware range shows that florals can be groundbreaking for spring – these 9 designs prove it
- This striped Next ottoman bed nails every 2026 bedroom trend going – and it can double the storage space in a small bedroom
- Vogue Williams's new passion project - a brand new sofa collection with Sterling Home - is really rather good
February 20th
- Every stylish garden has this one accessory – and this £30 star buy from the Habitat x Scion range is the best I’ve seen yet
- Nespresso's mini NanoFoamer is this year's iced coffee companion must-have – plus it's pretty enough to live full-time on your coffee station
- Wrens will flock to your garden if you use this type of bird box – fill your garden with beautiful birdsong this spring
February 19th
- The RHS is urging gardeners to check their gardens for a rare, pink daffodil this spring
- Uninspired by this year's colour trends? So was I, until I saw Le Creuset's new shimmering coastal colour – it'll transport you to your summer holiday
- Finally! Dyson is releasing an *affordable* wet floor cleaner that won’t break the bank – and it’ll be more manoeuvrable than ever
- My grass is really long, but as a Garden Editor, even I'm not mowing it yet – this is why it's such a risk in February
February 18th
- I challenge you not to be wowed by the power of the Ninja BlendBoss – it has the strength of a Vitamix packed into a compact Stanley Cup-esque design
February 17th
- I guarantee the new Gozney pizza oven is going to be a hit – the ultra-compact Arc Lite is tailor-made for small gardens
- Next has just launched its bestselling £499 sofa bed in one of this year's most on-trend colours – I'm in love with this earthy shade
- Habitat's new collection with Sanderson is the easiest way to give your kitchen a designer look – 6 pieces you don't want to miss
February 16th
- Lidl is launching clever make-your-own-cleaning-kits that rival Joseph Joseph – they’re ideal if you lack storage space at home
- Søstrene Grene is my secret weapon for finding chic, affordable homeware – but these 6 budget home buys are too good to gatekeep
February 15th
- Next has just dropped the most stylish dining bench I’ve ever seen – its clever design means it is perfect for small kitchens
- Cleaning experts warn that you should replace this kitchen item every week
- This is the flooring trend design experts say you *need* in your bedroom in 2026 – it's all about 'texture-maxxing'
- This tiny, countertop bin can hold up to 20 litres of plastic waste – its clever compacting feature makes recycling a breeze
February 14th
- I test garden furniture for a living, and this is the innovative John Lewis outdoor set I'd buy now or regret later – it's going to be a star buy
- Foxes will avoid your garden if you sprinkle this 1 kitchen ingredient around your borders – it’s easy, humane and free
- This £12 Habitat buy instantly elevates the look of your bed – I think it adds 'expensive' hotel-luxe without the price tag
- This £7 IKEA gadget will spot hidden leaks before they become a problem – say goodbye to damp and mould
February 13th
- 3 clever tile layouts and combinations that will give your bathroom an original and stylish refresh (and still look good five years on)
- Behind every tidy home is a clever organiser doing all the heavy lifting – this £10 buy will make your home look instantly neater
- I saw Next’s spring-ready ‘Decorator’ collection IRL – and I can confirm that it looks and feels just as expensive in person as it does in pictures, if not more
- Ninja just dropped its first-ever gas BBQ in the UK – if you're looking for an all-in-one outdoor cooking system, you need to see this
- Stacey Solomon has shared the bargain buy she uses to dry bedding when it’s raining outside – no tumble dryer required!
- 5 things people with tidy garden sheds always have – easy upgrades for an organised space in time for spring
February 12th
- Is KitchenAid's colour of the year 2026 'anti-trend' or just 'dated'? Settle our debate
- Step aside, hydrangeas, there is a chic new ‘it’ plant for 2026, and it’s the perfect low-effort way to add impact to a garden
- Amanda Holden's new DFS sofa range is as glamorous as you'd expect – but this showstopper is her favourite piece
- I’m a firm believer that storage solutions should be as pretty as they are practical – I think these fabric hooks from Oliver Bonas will convince you, too
February 11th
- I saw all the best bits of George Home's new homeware collection IRL – these are the hidden gems I'm adding to my basket ASAP
- I've spotted Nigella Lawson is a longtime fan of this hugely popular cookware brand – I'm going to be imitating her choice of colour with this viral pan
- The rain killed my friend's pot plants, so I told her to try this £6 solution – now, her container plants are thriving (even in torrential downpours!)
- I checked Habitat’s website every day, waiting for the chrome Caliban table lamp to come into stock – it’s finally here, and I’m calling it an instant classic
February 10th
- I’m adding B&M to my little black book for tableware– their new Mediterranean-inspired home collection is serving up serious holiday charm
- Habitat has divided the internet with its ‘marmite’ £280 bed frame – but this chic design is surprisingly easy to style
- Habitat has just launched a new £299 sofa bed – and with its hip 1950s vibe, I think this retro design will sell fast
- I’ve been waiting for this Dunelm chessboard side table to launch since the end of last year – it's finally dropped, and I know it's going to sell out fast
February 9th
- Introducing the capsule tile collection from Ideal Home & Topps Tiles
- I use this Joseph Joseph cleaning set every day – but I’ve spotted IKEA has an almost-identical alternative that’s £50 cheaper
- Shirlie Kemp reveals the one plant colour she’d never have in her garden, and it’s the main cause of disputes between her and husband Martin
- 6 old-fashioned plants making a big comeback in 2026 – expect bold colour and beautiful blooms
February 8th
- Why did no one tell me Very had such stylish lighting?! I can’t stop thinking about this on-trend chrome table lamp
- Only the most stylish pet parents are snapping up Le Creuset’s pet collection – it’s so extra, but looks so good
February 7th
- Calming gardens are trending, and the QUIET method is the easy, budget-friendly way to do it
- No one will believe you when you say these 6 stunning, vintage-look home buys are from Primark
February 6th
- Amazon's £20 rechargeable bobbin lamp looks just like this more expensive style - it's the antidote to winter blues
- This John Lewis designer-look rechargeable wall light has only just launched and is already a bestseller – it's a bargain at £40
- I know why Tower's new Elite air fryer looks so familiar – here's everything it has in common with the Ninja FlexDrawer, which is £100 more expensive
- Potpourri is back, and I can't stop thinking about Next's trendy take on it – for just £10, the vibrant design is too good to miss
- Aldi's new neutral air fryer wouldn't look out of place in the '50s – I can't believe it's under £30
February 5th
- This is the stylish light I'm seeing in so many trendy kitchens - it looks especially good over a kitchen island
- Lidl is selling an indoor pizza oven for under £60 – its compact build means it’s easy to store, too
- Can you make pancakes in a stainless steel pan? I tried it with this Le Creuset version to prove you don't need a non-stick coating for the job
- I’m letting you into a ‘tidy people’ secret – Aldi’s £2.99 kitchen cupboard storage heroes will clear clutter and maximise space
February 4th
- John Lewis's sellout garden chair has had a colourful makeover – I eventually got my hands on the sofa version last year and recommend it to everyone
- Why I’m cheating on Anthropologie with Argos this Valentine’s Day – it’s my new go-to for statement homeware
- This Habitat kitchen island is the one thing I'd buy to upgrade a small kitchen – it's the easiest way to add storage
- I'll warn you now – M&S's new food containers look so good that you won't want to stash your leftovers in the freezer
- This popular potted plant drainage hack is doing more harm than good to your plants, experts warn
February 3rd
- As a self-confessed shopaholic, I’m investing in these £8 Amazon hangers that triple wardrobe space
- This genius Habitat coffee table hides extra seating, so you’ll always have enough seats for guests – and it’s a budget lookalike for a high-end design
- For years, Primark has been my secret weapon for pretty, affordable bedding – this stunning £14 yellow gingham set is my latest obsession
February 2nd
- I think Habitat's new daybed is a clever alternative to a sofa bed – it's space-saving, stylish *and* affordable
- Greenhouse decorating is set to be the breakout trend of 2026 – it’s all about making your outdoor spaces feel like home
February 1st
- Only washing-up pros know how handy this clever dish drainer from Argos is – it makes the process far easier and more hygienic
- I think this is one of IKEA's most underrated pieces of bedroom furniture – it looks far more expensive than it is
- Aldi’s new bamboo desk storage will boost your productivity and make your home office more efficient – snap it all up for under £5