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These are the 6 best scents for boosting productivity when working from home
If you struggle to maintain focus and energy when working from home, embracing the best scents for boosting productivity can enhance your home workspace
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The best – and worst – bedroom scents for sleep, according to experts
Scents activate different parts of our brain in different ways – experts explain the scents to use and avoid for a good night's sleep and the science behind it
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Jennifer Lopez's 'versatile' cabinet hue brings an unwavering sense of timelessness to her kitchen
How do you choose a kitchen hue worthy of a $60 million home? Start with this ageless neutral (with a glossy twist)
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6 expensive-looking home decor items from the Pottery Barn Monique Lhuillier collection that you shouldn't skip
Spring is already in full bloom with the new Pottery Barn Monique Lhuillier collection, inspired by French lavender. I scoured the collection to find the best
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How to dry lavender and enhance its fragrance – 4 simple steps to make your home smell good
Dried lavender is the perfect relaxing fragrance to infuse your home – our experts have explained four steps to dry it to enhance the scent
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DIY lavender rug and carpet freshener – 6 steps to make and use it
Six steps to make and use a DIY lavender rug freshener using as few as two ingredients – remove bacteria and odors with this fragrant and natural method
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How to harvest lavender seeds – for growing more of these fragrant shrubs
Although it's not the most popular method for propagation, collecting lavender seeds only takes four simple steps
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When should I prune lavender? The experts share their timing tips
Cutting these fragrant shrubs back at the wrong time of year can do more harm than good
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Does lavender attract wealth? This fragrant plant could be the secret to prosperity, say Feng Shui experts
Feng Shui consultants explain how you could use lavender to increase prosperity and attract wealth, and why this plant may be good for your finances
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Pastel living room ideas – 11 on-trend color schemes to inspire your next project
From barely there pink to mint, lavender and sky blue, we've got your pastel living room ideas covered
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Best lavender varieties – 14 perfumed beauties for flowers and foliage
Broaden your fragrant horizons with 14 stunning lavender varieties for patios, pots, beds and borders
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10 front door plants that will add a decorative touch to your home's entrance
The joy of these front door plants is that they're multi-tasking and work equally well in planters, hanging baskets or borders
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Martha Stewart reveals the secrets of her cut flower garden – and how you can create your own
'There's a way to keep your yard intact but still have gorgeous blooms to make arrangements with' – and her method makes complete sense
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Should you deadhead lavender? Expert tips on getting more flowers by removing old blooms
There are so many uses for lavender flowers, so why not maximize your potential harvest by deadheading
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Drought-tolerant plants for pots – 10 easy-care choices for stunning summer containers
Create a gorgeous patio display that won't need constant watering in the heat
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The best drought-tolerant herbs – 8 tasty plants that are easy to care for in hot, dry weather
Many of the best aromatic, culinary, and medicinal herbs can thrive in dry conditions thanks to their Mediterranean heritage
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Expert tips for watering lavender to avoid ‘loving it to death’
Lavender is a drought-tolerant plant that only requires watering during prolonged dry spells
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Is lavender drought tolerant? Experts recommend the best types of lavender for dry conditions
Spanish lavender is the most drought-tolerant, though English varieties can also withstand the dry
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How to propagate lavender from cuttings – expert tips for successful softwood and hardwood propagation
Softwood and hardwood cuttings can be propagated in soil or water
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Lavender growing mistakes – the 6 biggest errors to avoid, according to a gardening expert
This famous herb can be grown successfully if you steer clear of these common problems
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Growing lavender in pots – expert tips for healthy container plants
Have success with growing lavender in pots by choosing the right pot type, compost, and watering regime to get that moisture level right
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Best shrubs for containers – 12 ways to make long-lasting impact in a small space
Whether you are looking for evergreen, fragrant or compact shrubs, there are plenty that will thrive in a pot
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Does lavender pillow spray help you sleep? Experts explain the science, we review the best buys
Sleep specialists explain the science behind lavender sleep sprays, and if they really work as a technique to improve sleep
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How to get rid of silverfish (for good): pest control experts share this simple 5-step method
From spraying lavender essential oils to using your dehumidifier, there are various steps you can take to banish these critters
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'Not what you want before bed': HGTV's Jenny Marrs warns against this energizing color in the bedroom
The HGTV designer is on a mission to help us sleep better – and success starts by avoiding this controversial hue
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We're obsessed with Chrissy Teigen's kitchen – and we're buying our way into it with these 5 finds
Few spaces combine style and functionality quite like this (Jake Arnold-designed) kitchen. Here's how to replicate the look
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Chrissy Teigen's bathroom is in the most unexpected color – but, of course, it's beautiful
H&G favorite Jake Arnold created the marble space of dreams – and it's for one of the most stylish figures in Los Angeles
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Best hedges for wildlife – 6 varieties for shelter and food
Make your garden more eco-friendly with the best hedges for wildlife
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Can I grow lavender indoors? And how doing so can boost your sleep and wellbeing
Learn how to grow lavender indoors for a perfect pop of color for your interiors
