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These 5 colors may have been popular in 2025, but designers say they would never actually use them in their own homes
This year has been filled with trending shades, but designers say there are a few of them they would actually steer clear of
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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What are these vine lawn weeds in my yard? 3 common culprits and how to get rid of them
Getting on top of the problem early can save your grass being taken over entirely
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What is the Overly Inconvenient Decluttering Method? Home organizing pros reveal this confronting visual-cue system 'prompts quick decision-making'
Watch out for the pitfall to avoid
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I've planted nearly every type of agapanthus, and can safely say these are the 6 very best varieties to grow for extraordinary sculptural displays
Agapanthus, or African lily, is brilliant at delivering drama, for maximum floral theatrics all summer long
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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How to grow olive trees in pots – for an unfussy, evergreen container plant that will practically grow itself
Growing olive trees in pots can help to add color and structure to any-sized yard
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Get wrinkle-free clothes in seconds without a bulky ironing board – thrilled shoppers love this $49 steamer, rating it a 'must have for effortless wrinkle removal' in small spaces
Save precious time and storage space with the Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam, on offer for a limited time at Amazon
By Dan Fauzi Published
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How to control humidity in your home – experts reveal the early warning signs you need to know about, plus how to regain control if it spirals
Everything you need to know, in one place
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to grow Japanese anemone for striking yet low-maintenance floral displays when other plants start to wane
These perennials can spread, but don't worry, as they can also be controlled
By Drew Swainston Published
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7 plants to deadhead in August – for a second flush of blooms in early fall
Extend your summer display by removing these fading flower heads now
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Professional gardeners reveal how they store gardening tools properly in the fall without damage – you'll need to consider humidity, rain, and cooler temperatures
Keep tools in tip-top shape for next spring
By Chiana Dickson Published
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7 things not to do in the garden in August – to save you money and regret
Save yourself money and hassle by ditching these August gardening jobs
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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Feeding hostas will give you strong, stunning plants, but how you do it differs season-to-season – we reveal the perfect regime
How to fertilize hostas in spring and summer, including the best feeds to use
By Drew Swainston Published
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Considering AC? Here's what you need to know before you invest, from HVAC and industry pros
From which type is best for your home, to calculating capacity and costs, our experts have you covered
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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I swapped big tidying sessions of my awkward living room for mini resets for a week – now I’m hooked
I no longer feel like I’m drowning in my own home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to fertilize coneflowers – what I do as a professional gardener for long-lasting showstopping flowers
Feeding coneflowers can help to give your plants a boost during summer
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Plants to grow next to sunflowers – 5 crops and flowers that will be very happy alongside these cheerful blooms
Getting companion planting right can go along way in the garden
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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If you feel guilty squashing spiders, this cruelty-free, hands-off tool will be a 'lifesaver' this spider season
It removes creepy crawlies humanely
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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How to make a hydrangea table arrangement – it's so chic and simple
Create an elegant floral centerpiece using seasonal hydrangeas with the help of professional florist and our Head of Gardens, Rachel Bull
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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You've heard about it, but do you actually know what topsoil is? Everything you need to know about this vital material, and how to buy the right type
Discover how topsoil differs from other types of soil
By Drew Swainston Published
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‘Keep it simple, keep it handy’ – top chefs urge you to do these 3 things to your kitchen to declutter like a line cook
Spoiler alert: it’s more ruthless than you think, only the essentials survive
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to care for a lemon button fern – 3 tips houseplant experts guarantee will bring you more charming fronds
If you love Boston ferns but don't have the room, opt for this compact variety instead
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Tired of big machines for small messes? This compact, light 'beast of a machine' banishes decades-old stains in seconds – it's great for pet messes, too
More than 4,000 people snapped it up last month alone
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I'm a horticultural therapist, and these are the 5 most incredible ways I've seen gardening transform people's health
Discover how gardening can benefit your health and well-being
By Edward Bowring Published
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How to take evergreen magnolia cuttings – late summer is the best time to take semi-ripe cuttings and grow more magnolia trees for free
If you have a large Southern magnolia (or other evergreen species), August is a good time to take cuttings
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Explore a narrow London rose garden with all the softness and whimsy of the English countryside
Explore a charming slice of quintessential rural England in a London city garden
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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How to design a bud vase arrangement using wild flowers from your garden
Our Head of Gardens, Rachel Bull, talks us through creating a beautiful bud vase display for late summer tablescaping
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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If your Japanese maple tree leaves are turning green, this is the likely cause – and it takes very little effort to fix
Environmental and seasonal factors can impact the pigment of your acer
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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It might need a tad more effort, but growing lungwort in pots is well worth it – we reveal 5 crucial factors to get right for thriving plants
Includes tips for picking the best soil and pot, plus where to place and how to care for lungwort in containers
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to propagate perennial sunflowers – experts share tips for dividing plants and sowing seeds
Increase your stock of these summer bloomers with this simple guide
By Holly Crossley Published