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If you’re prone to drinking half a cup of coffee and pouring the rest...

Could leftover coffee, tea and other drinks feed your plants?

Florist Kim Shaw is an expert at creating stunning flower arrangements; in this quick...

10 minute tutorial: Easy tulip flower arrangement

Slugs are a common garden pest that can cause damage to plants, fruits, and...

Top tips for slug control without chemicals

Next time you brew a cup of coffee, don’t throw away the grounds –...

Clever uses for coffee grounds
How to make the switch to natural cleaning products at home

If a proper spring clean is on your to-do list, chances are you’re having...

World Wildlife Day: 7 ways gardeners can make a difference

You may think you can’t really make a difference when it comes to helping...

Do you struggle to get in and out of your bath?

As we get older and less mobile, our home becomes even more important to...

Peter’s Gardening tips for March

We have seen some warmer weather recently and our gardens are beckoning us to...

6 unusual herbs to grow this year

Want to branch out from your regular home-grown mint, parsley and thyme? Gardening expert...

How to grow leeks in celebration of St David’s Day

St David’s Day is a timely moment for gardeners to celebrate by growing leeks,...

5 of the best fruit trees to grow in pots

When you think of fruit trees, do you imagine great orchards heavy with the...

Top 10 uses for fresh ginger

Aromatic and spicy, ginger is as good for you as it tastes. From marinades...

Watch out for invasive garden plants – and think about easier alternatives

Experts suggest certain varieties of bamboo are as invasive as the infamous Japanese knotweed....

Make your own dog treats

Treats are a great way to show affection and reinforce good behaviour in your...

Clever uses for banana skins

Don’t throw away the skin – put it to good use instead!  Here are...

The best companion dogs for over 50s

Owning a dog can add structure, purpose and companionship to our lives as we...

Can rosemary oil really boost your hair growth?

Want thick, healthy hair? Well, if TikTok’s latest beauty craze is anything to go...

6 Things to consider when downsizing your home

Whether your children have flown the nest or you’re hoping to simplify your lifestyle,...

Paul Merton and Suki Webster on why we should all try a motorhome staycation

Paul Merton won’t be sharing his deadpan humour on Instagram any time soon. He...

How to dry and press your Valentine’s Day flowers

If you want to keep those gorgeous Valentine’s blooms gifted to you by someone...

Veg to grow in hot summers and cold winters

As we experience ever-increasingly extremes in temperature, it’s important to carefully consider what types...

Ageing in place – the new downsizing

The children have flown the nest, they have families of their own and you...

10 places to see dazzling drifts of snowdrops this February

They are often the first optimistic signs to emerge from the winter gloom –...

6 tough plants for tough places

Are you struggling to fill awkward damp patches in winter, or dry spots in...

The best gifts to give for Valentines day

With Valentine’s day almost upon us, we’ve picked the best gifts for all budgets...

8 ways to use less water around the house as prices are set to rise

With the cost-of-living crisis impacting us more, many households in England and Wales will...

How to save money on your weekly food shop – according to a finance expert

Shoppers face an extra £788 on their annual grocery bill because of grocery price...

Inspiration from Europe’s leading gardens and gardeners 

We may still be in the depths of winter, but in eager anticipation of...

Peter’s Gardening Tips for February

This is the month the Gallanthophiles have been waiting for almost a year –...

Clever uses for a bar of soap

The humble bar of soap is an inexpensive essential you can find in nearly...

How to help bees survive extreme weather

Freezing cold snaps and flooding in winter followed by long, sweltering summers, don’t only...

How to keep your potted Valentine’s rose blooming

A dozen red roses may be a gesture of love in the short term, ...

Does face massage make a difference to your skin?

Alongside the rise of ‘skintellectuals’, with their carefully curated skincare collections and endless thirst...

What is wrong with my orchid?

Is that elegant orchid you bought recently looking tired? It may be that the...

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