Garden
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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
DIY pergola kits could be the money-saving solution your garden needs
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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
Gardening experts reveal the facts about this popular weed-killing method
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3 ways to protect your lawn in a heatwave – keep your grass healthy amid this week’s high temperatures
These tips are simple but effective!
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I’m obsessed with this retro garden furniture set from Habitat - and right now you can get the set for less than £100
This might be one of the coolest garden furniture sets I've ever seen
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How to grow black pepper – 5 steps to nail growing your own seasoning at home
With the right conditions, it's possible to grow your own supply of fresh peppercorns
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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
One of the secrets to a beautiful garden border is not actually in the planting, the soil or the watering… It’s in the supports
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These two plants will feed, protect and shelter birds, and cats won’t want to go anywhere near them
These shrubs will naturally keep predators away
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7 best paint colours to brighten up a gloomy north-facing garden, according to experts
Transform your outdoor space with these expert-approved shades
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I can’t choose between these 2 pretty water butts at B&Q – It’s the stunning garden feature I never knew I needed
Who knew garden water butts could be so pretty
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Boho patios are trending on Pinterest, and it’s easy to see why - this beautiful, eclectic look is so easy to achieve
Everything you need to nail this gorgeous trend
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How high can a garden fence be? The legal limit and the £2,500 fine you risk if you get it wrong
Don't let your quest for privacy go too far
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This IKEA bestseller is a simple way to achieve a high-end looking outdoor kitchen this summer
And you can build upon it year on year
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3 things you need to do if you find a bird injured in your garden, according to wildlife experts
If a feathered friend needs your help, this is what you need to do
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7 vegetables you can sow in summer for quick harvests and late-season crops
You can even sow some veg in time for Christmas!
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Only you and I will know this stunning garden sofa set is from B&Q - and it’s on sale right now
I was seriously impressed by this stunning garden furniture set
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If you're trying to decide between a Big Green Egg and a Kamado Joe egg BBQ, here's what you need to know before you buy
Which premium brand does it best?
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A manual lawn mower is the low-cost alternative to modern mowers – I weighed the benefits and drawbacks
If you have considered buying a manual push mower, read about my experience and why I would (or wouldn't) recommend one
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Lidl is selling a portable gas pizza oven for less than £100 - it’s a dead ringer for the Ooni Koda oven
Could this be the cheapest pizza oven on the market?
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The two key soil improvers you need to know about when sowing and potting up plants – here’s how to choose the right type
They'll help you grow healthy, thriving plants
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This is one of the best ways to keep your bird bath clean – and it will only cost you a penny
This simple hack proves how easy it is to keep a bird bath clean
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Why isn't my jasmine flowering? Experts reveal what you can do to get this sweet-smelling plant to bloom
Jasmine is one of the most beautiful and fragrant climbers around – but only if it blooms...
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Lidl’s new Kamado BBQ is a dead ringer for the cult Big Green Egg – it’s more than £200 cheaper than Aldi’s version
Run, don't walk, to your local middle aisle
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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
Can't decide which one to buy? Here's what the experts say...
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7 of the biggest propagation mistakes you can make – and how to avoid killing your cuttings
Propagation is one of the best ways to fill your garden with plants for free, so long as you avoid these mistakes...
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4 practical ways to attract birds to a balcony or urban garden, according to wildlife experts
You don't need acres of green space to welcome birds to your small gardens and balconies
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This easy-to-grow (and pretty!) flower could help you keep squirrels at bay in the garden – here's how to use it
It's a brilliant all-rounder
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4 places in a garden you should never use leftover coffee grounds – gardening experts warn that they'll do more harm than good
The spots to swerve using this popular gardening hack
