Latest advice
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This is the best spot to plant jasmine and turn a wall or fence into a fragrant floral display this summer
Encourage as many blooms as possible!
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I accidentally used hugelkultur to fill my deep planter – and it's saved me a small fortune on soil and my plants are thriving too
It turns out it's a genius, budget-friendly gardening method
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This style of bed frame is known to 'disrupt sleep and well-being' according to the experts – here's what to avoid and what to choose instead
Why your headboard could be affecting your sleep, and how to fix it
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A magnolia is the ultimate high-impact plant to buy and plant up this month – this is how I bagged my new plant for a bargain price
Shop cleverly and nab yourself a bargain buy at the garden centre
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I recommend these groundcover roses to anyone looking to manage weeds *and* fill their garden borders with fragrance
They’re low-maintenance, too!
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How to prune properly in early spring – protect your plants while it's still cold with this expert-approved method so your garden thrives in the months to come
Pruning can feel overwhelming, but with some simple kit and a little know-how, you can enjoy a productive and beautiful garden in the year ahead
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What to do with perennials in March – these 6 tasks will encourage resilient plants
Add these crucial jobs to your list
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The one thing you shouldn't do with jasmine right now if you want it to flower well in the summer
This mistake could cost this year's blooms
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5 things people with tidy coffee corners always have in their kitchen – combining practical storage and café-inspired elements
To keep the lattes and cappuccinos flowing
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Is your at-home coffee coming out bitter? It could be down to these coffee machine mistakes – I've seen them all in my time testing coffee makers for a living
Coffee machines are a lifesaver, but they can be hard to master
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Granular vs liquid lawn fertiliser – this is the type that will green your grass the fastest
Here are the benefits of each feed
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I spend my days testing vacuum cleaners – this is the brand I’d choose if I were torn between Dyson or Henry
I explore the battle of the British vacuum icons
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How I'm planning to transform my garden into a Mediterranean oasis this summer with fragrant flowers, terracotta tones and simple, budget-friendly outdoor decor swaps
These easy planting and outdoor decor ideas will transform my space in time for summer
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5 clever ways I’m reusing egg cartons in my garden this spring – they're saving me both time and money
Don't chuck out your old egg cartons, they'll come in super handy in the garden
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5 ways to stop squirrels from digging up your potted plants – smart and humane ways to stop them destroying your bulb displays
Don't let all your hard work be dug up and eaten
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How to spot a rose sucker – and remove it before it sucks the life out of your plant
Don't let these unwanted shoots steal the show
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What I look for when buying a coffee machine, as an expert reviewer who’s spent hundreds of hours testing different coffee makers
Need a coffee machine? I've reviewed dozens. Here's what I look for when I'm buying a coffee maker for myself
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My patio was covered in grime after winter – this one cleaner worked wonders at getting my limestone slabs gleaming again
My patio is sorted for spring
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This is the one rambling rose to plant now for beautiful fragrance and privacy all summer long
It’ll cover a fence or trellis in no time
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5 things people with tidy ottoman beds always do – prevent messy chaos and make finding items easy and stress-free
How to keep this storage space neat, organised, and clutter-free
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How to lay turf in spring – 6 foolproof steps to a strong new lawn that's ready to use by summer
A no-faff guide to laying grass
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This might be the most whimsical cottage garden plant I've ever seen
It thrives in shade and damp soils
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5 perennial plants to divide in March to fill your garden borders for free ready for summer
It's time to divide up your perennials
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What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise too
The dos and don'ts for looking after your lawn this month
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6 March lawn care tips that will give your grass a strong start to the year
These jobs will restore a winter-worn lawn
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When to mow your grass if you have bulbs in your lawn, according to experts
Don't strike too soon...
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If you want to attract sparrows to your garden, you need this bird box – wildlife experts say this fussy visitor has very specific needs
Sparrow populations have declined by 70% since 1970 in the UK. This is what you can do to help them.
