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Bees are a vital part of the food chain, but they’re under threat –...

World Bee Day: 7 ways to support bees in your garden

There’s something uniquely special in the relationship we have with our grandparents. Grandmas hold...

10 reasons we all adore our grandmas

If you have some surplus fabric at your fingertips or want to upcycle an...

5 easy sewing projects

As the weather begins to warm up, it’s the perfect time to start planting...

The best affordable bedding plants for Summer
Hanging basket masterclass: Here’s how to make the best flower display in easy 8 steps

So often my hanging baskets end up looking lacklustre and forlorn, with gaps where...

10 Surprising Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been a staple in kitchens for centuries, known for...

How to make your own plant food

This season, boost your indoor and outdoor plants and save money by making your...

How often should you clean your pet’s belongings?

From bedding and bowls to toys and coats, our pets’ possessions can harbour dirt...

10 minute tutorial: How to arrange supermarket lillies into a stunning floral arrangement

Learn how to create a stunning floral display in 10 minutes using supermarket lillies...

Clever uses for yeast

Dried yeast is a staple ingredient of any keen baker’s kitchen larder, but it...

Peter’s Gardening tips for May

So far, spring has been on the damp and chilly side so let’s look...

How edible flowers can make your dishes look and taste divine

Garden designers and growers Lucy Hutchings and Kate Cotterill, founders of new heritage seed company...

The most nutritional nuts to eat each day: A guide to healthy choices

Nuts are a great addition to a balanced diet, offering a variety of essential...

5 edible uses for Borage

Borage, also known as starflower, is a versatile herbaceous plant with a variety of...

Frequent gardening may be linked to improved wellbeing

Gardening more frequently may be linked to improvements in wellbeing, perceived stress and physical...

How to keep your tulips lasting longer

Tulips are a favorite spring flower known for their vibrant colours and elegant form....

Dating tips when you’re over 50

Feel that you’d like to start dating again but not sure how to go...

10 Money saving tips for gardeners

With all its benefits, gardening can also have drawbacks. For one, it can be...

Clever uses for tea bags

Drinking tea is a British tradition – and the humble tea bag can be...

5 things to consider before getting a dog later in life

As well as providing unmatched friendship throughout your retirement, dogs have been shown to...

How to keep clothes moths at bay

Find out how to keep your prized clothing, carpets and soft furnishings free from...

Uses for Wild Garlic

Wild garlic, also known as Ramsons, is a popular springtime ingredient in the UK....

Peter’s Gardening Tips for the month of April

After a very wet February, UK’s wettest since 2020, it’s the first full month...

Masterclass: How to grow a thick healthy lawn

Our expert gardener Peter Mills teaches you how to look after your lawn, looking...

These are the spring jobs you need to do in the garden

With thoughts turning to the long Easter weekend, the clocks going forward and springtime...

Easter egg hazards for dogs

With Easter just around the corner, many households are preparing for the festivities, which...

Clever home cleaning tricks to make the annual spring clean a breeze

Cleaning – it’s a chore that never seems to be finished.   Knowing a...

Easter activities for grandchildren

The Easter holidays are an excellent opportunity to spend some quality time with family...

Lawn care – dealing with moss and thatch

It is all too common, you look out over your once pristine lawn and...

Masterclass: Growing veg from seed

The popularity of growing your own fruit and veg has boomed in the past...

How to best to support your pregnant daughter

Every mum or dad wants the best for their daughter when she’s expecting a...

Are solar panels right for me?

The way we get our electricity has always been the same. It’s generated remotely...

How to choose and style your garden pots like a pro

It’s safe to say that gardener, teacher, nurserywoman and broadcaster Sarah Raven loves pots....

Unveiling the Unexpected: Unusual uses for Alka-Seltzer

Alka-Seltzer, the fizzy antacid tablet synonymous with soothing indigestion, has earned its place in...

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