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How to stop snoring – I asked 3 sleep experts to share their adviceFrom sleeping position to pillow setup, these are their top tips for a more peaceful night’s rest
By Amy Lockwood
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The irrigation tricks gardeners swear by to keep plants alive during a heatwaveTheir top secrets to save thirsty plants
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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What to do with roses in August – 4 ways to encourage another flush of bigger, brighter bloomsThis month's crucial tasks
By Sophie King
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I wasted years using a garden parasol – we swapped it for an awning, and it's made such a differenceIt's doubled our usable shade on sunny days on our patio
By Jenny McFarlane
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Can you use an irrigation system during a hosepipe ban? It could be your garden's loopholeBut only if you use this type
By Sophie King
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How to stop flies from coming into the house – 5 quick and easy methods that prove prevention is always better than the cureThe hacks you need to know
By Sara Hesikova
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5 ways to get flies out of the house – expert-approved ways to banish these annoying visitorsHow to maintain a fly-free home
By Tamara Kelly
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What to do with hydrangeas in August – the non-negotiables to keep them looking their bestYour summer checklist to keep yours happy and healthy
By Lisa Fazzani
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Why are my sunflowers not flowering? 7 reasons your plants aren't blooming as they should and what to do about itTips to guarantee beautiful blooms
By Holly Reaney
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I took a risk and opted for bright yellow in my lime-plastered spare roomIt's my new favourite spot in the house
By Amy Reeves
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I hate mosquitoes, but this low-maintenance plant is my secret weapon to keep them at bayThis is how to unlock its mozzie-repelling benefit
By Jenny McFarlane
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What to do with a Christmas cactus in summer – follow these 5 expert steps to ensure it blooms again later this yearSet your cactus up for success
By Rebecca Lawton
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My mum is the queen of growing succulents outdoors – this drought-tolerant self-seeder is the current starIt thrives *everywhere*
By Sophie King
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This £10 DIY hack has stopped me getting bitten by mosquitoes at nightI can finally sleep with my bedroom windows open, without being eaten alive
By Amy Lockwood
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Experts reveal the everyday garden habits that annoy neighbours the most– and the simple ways to avoid causing complaints
By Rebecca Lawton
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Experts warn that rats could cause significant damage to your garden appliances this summer – here’s how to keep them awayDeter the pests and avoid costly damage before it's too late
By Maddie Balcombe
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Can you use an outside tap during a hosepipe ban? Experts reveal the workaround that’ll keep your plants hydratedWater your garden the responsible way
By Sophie King
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5 self-seeding cottage garden flowers that will fill your borders with blooms every summerThey'll spread picture-perfect blooms year after year
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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My hydrangea blooms are turning brown – experts told me why it's happeningAnd how to stop it from getting worse
By Jenny McFarlane
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3 ways to successfully plant lavender in July – even when the weather is hot and dryCultivate strong, established plants
By Sophie King
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Do air purifiers remove smells? Yes, but only if they have these odour-busting featuresDon't forget to watch out for these must-have factors
By Jullia Joson
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7 low-maintenance multi-stem trees that will create a fabulous focal point in any small gardenThey're small but perfectly formed
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 dated garden trends making a comeback – here's how to make these nostalgic looks feel fresh againThis summer's comeback kids
By Rebecca Lawton
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You're probably watering your roses wrong in hot weather – 5 expert tips to help them thriveAnd why less is sometimes more...
By Holly Reaney
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Gardeners are using this winter garden essential to keep their plants cool in hot weatherIt's a surprise summer staple
By Sophie King
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5 clever buys experts use to make a wardrobe smell amazingFrom wardrobe sprays to lavender sachets
By Rebecca Lawton
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8 low-maintenance, Mediterranean plants that can cope with hot, sunny weatherThey'll thrive and flower despite dry spells
By Lisa Fazzani


