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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 clever ways to add a desk to your bedroom without disrupting your sleepInterior designers reveal their top tricks
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Can you plant tulip bulbs in September? Experts warn planting too soon could spoil next spring’s flowersDon't start yet!
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7 things people with Victorian houses always do in autumn to prevent dampKeep moisture, condensation and mould at bay as temperatures drop
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4 features making your kitchen look dated in 2026, according to design prosThe little tweaks that will take your cooking space from drab to fab
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Can my neighbour build a shed against my fence? 3 rules they’ll need to followAnd what to do if they break them
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8 clump-forming perennials to divide in SeptemberThey'll reward you with even better blooms next year
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The best time to prune hebes is coming up – experts reveal how to get more blooms without damaging the plantWhen to prune and the mistake to avoid
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Can you plant allium bulbs in September? Experts say you can get started sooner than you'd thinkTo plant or not to plant?
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How I test an electric blanketI'm a Sleep Editor, and these are my testing criteria
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6 plants to collect seeds from in September – and grow next year's garden for freeFlowers, vegetables and more
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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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3 things to do with your tomato plants this September – make the most of remaining fruits and encourage new growthThis month's key tasks
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Can I cut my neighbour's plants if they grow over into my garden?Know your rights when cutting your neighbour's plants in your garden
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Plant these 5 low-maintenance daffodils in September for showstopping spring displaysTry these easy-care varieties
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8 plants to add to pots in September for instant colourRefresh tired containers with a burst of late-summer colour
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Should I get rid of my lawn? The pros and cons of ditching your grass before El Niño delivers a sweltering 2027 summerGravel garden, anyone?
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‘Trees are nature’s air-conditioning’ – 3 climate-resilient trees to plant this autumnHeatwave-proof your garden
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These are the 7 garden maintenance jobs to tackle ASAP before your neighbours start complainingA little regular upkeep can go a long way
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7 ways to revive a tired, heat-damaged garden – the tricks I'm using to get my scorched and frazzled yard back to looking its bestGive your outdoor space some TLC post-heatwave
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Complete this hydrangea task before August ends to bag yourself free plantsIt's best done before the bank holiday
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How to clean windows – a step-by-step guide for a streak-free finish both inside and outMake smudged, blurry windows a thing of the past
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My neighbour’s hedge is over two metres tall – can I make them cut it down?It depends on the type...
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3 things to do to your lawn before it rains to help it bounce back after the heatwaveHelp the rain restore your lawn to its former glory
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I turned 40 and realised I didn't want to carry all this clutter into the next decadeThese 5 things had to go
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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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4 ways to revive your tomato plants this August – help wilted plants bounce back
And save your harvests!
