Advice Archive | September 2025

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September 13th
- This is the 1 accessory designers always add to kitchens – it's chic, affordable, and the easiest way to elevate your scheme
- How to grow winterberry – a shrub for year-round interest and fantastic festive stems
- Designers say to ditch black kitchen countertops and try these 5 alternatives instead
- 5 perfectly practical ways to make use of space under sofas – they’re great for more than just storage
- 7 easy ornamental grasses to plant in September that'll bring texture, movement, and beauty to your garden – plant them now before it's too late
- 7 household items that are 'a liability, not a donation' – experts warn why you should never donate these things when decluttering
September 12th
- How to grow shooting star – for a tough yet pretty flowering ground cover that thrives in shady yards
- This simple $3 long-lasting winter-proof DIY gem will keep kissing bugs out of your house this fall and beyond – thousands of Amazon shoppers swear by it
- Embrace self-seeding vegetables this fall – it might break with tradition, but the reward is lots of new free crops
- Take it from us, chrysanthemums are out this fall – these mum alternatives are far more tasteful
- 'Compact, clever, and just what I needed' – this $21 Joseph Joseph foldaway wine glass drying rack is perfect for holiday hosting in small spaces
September 11th
- Sick of the never-ending battle with spiders? Try growing these 5 plants indoors – it's natural pest control and spiders hate them
- Have you tried micro-organizing? Professional organizers say it makes 'small wins accumulate to be big wins' with just 10 minutes a day
- 50 of the best cleaning tips that will leave every room spotless with ease – whether you live alone, with pets, or have a very busy household
- I'm tired of knives tearing up my dish sponges – this $11 Joseph Joseph BladeBrush 'cleans cutlery like magic' and will finally end my frustration
- Don’t panic if you spot pumpkin leaves turning white – it happens to us all, here are the best ways to combat the problem
- How to grow phlox in pots – expert advice for a spectacular patio plant that will erupt with color in summer
- This natural, cheap, and powerful ingredient is a gardener's best friend – how to use apple cider vinegar in the garden to reap astonishing results
- How the simple and free 'shake method' can speed up the process of drying your laundry
- Why is my home's masonry looking chalky? Contractors reveal the cause, how to easily restore it before winter, and when this residue is a warning sign
September 10th
- When instinct takes a darker turn – I’m a psychologist and these are 5 warning signs your tidying is sliding into 'pathological productivity' and how to strip it back
- Growing the world's most expensive spice in a pot is easier than you'd expect – here’s all you need to know to grow saffron in small spaces
- Don't create a 'cozy' hiding spot that spiders love to feed and nest in by forgetting to vacuum this part of your home this month
- How to grow golden Alexander – for a native North American wildflower with electric acid-yellow blooms that pollinators adore
- 7 plants you should always grow next to succulents, for thriving and stylish arrangements
September 9th
- How to grow cardoons – for a colossal ornamental edible that’ll catch the eye in any garden
- A professional cleaner reveals 3 tasks you should always do after exercising at home to avoid a hidden breeding ground for germs
- They simply 'breed bacteria,' experts warn – 3 things you should never put in a laundry hamper
- This one mistake caused my spinach to bolt – and how I learned to easily avoid this common problem in future
September 8th
- Fall is the perfect time to transplant a magnolia tree – how to do it in 9 easy steps
- What exactly is a false fall? How gardeners can help get plants and trees through this tricky time
- If you love to cook, these 5 vital kitchen sanitizing tasks are non-negotiables for your creations to taste their best – trust me, I'm a professional cleaner
- How to get the most from your vacuum cleaner – expert tips on use and maintenance
- How to wash, dry, and care for blankets and throws – our ultimate expert guide to avoid damage and musty smells
- If your houseplant leaves are turning brown, the problem might be lurking in your tap water – here's what you should be using instead
- I'm a professional organizer, and this is how to Organize Yourself Healthy – you'll 'feel lighter, calmer, and more aligned with what matters most'
September 7th
- 5 ways to attract wildlife to your yard in fall – they're all easy (and even free) to do
- 7 tubular flowers to never deadhead in September – these plants are a late-summer lifeline for migrating hummingbirds on their epic journey south
- Move over, pistachio – Joanna Gaines’ forest green kitchen and tableware is my fall 2025 must-have, and I wouldn't decorate with anything else
- Plants to grow around a bird feeder – experts recommend 7 top picks that offer extra benefits to our feathered friends
- Kitchen utensils jamming your drawers? Shoppers love this 'perfect' Joseph Joseph utensil store for instant mess-busting
September 6th
- 'Don’t stress about spaces you rarely enter' – pro organizers reveal why you should make peace with your home's 'dumping grounds' and the only time you should worry
- Does bleach kill weeds? Yes, but you should never, ever use it – here's exactly why and what to do instead if weeds are running riot in your yard
- 'It's serving absolutely no purpose' – I decluttered my parents' hectic attic for the first time in years, and immediately got rid of these 3 things
- 5 hedge plants that thrive on neglect – these easy-going and beautiful boundary shrubs love to be ignored, say garden experts
- Looking to redecorate your sleep space? Shea McGee shares her 3 design tips for creating 'a curated and beautiful' bedroom
- 7 seeds to order in September – get ahead of a busy gardening season by purchasing these seeds now
September 5th
- Designing with dahlias: our expert-led guide to creating a show-stopping dahlia table arrangement
- 6 perennials you should never grow in pots or containers if you want to maximise their potential – even if it is tempting
- How to clean and care for a mattress protector without damaging it – our ultimate expert guide
- 7 plants to never prune in September – a professional gardener's take on the flowers and shrubs not to trim (or risk killing them)
- I've spent 250 hours testing vacuums, and this tiny $4 sewing tool is the king of safely removing pesky wrapped hair in seconds
September 4th
- All the most stylish kitchens I am seeing right now have stainless steel countertops – but are they a good choice as well as an on-trend one?
- 'It's a dream come true' – this vintage dishware trend is Joanna Gaines-approved, and it's not just for summer
- Is it necessary to deadhead sweet William? Expert advice for thriving flowers that look good all summer long
- Professional cleaners say my simple dirt test is a great ‘quick confidence check’ before visitors arrive
- Say goodbye to awkward and messy corner cabinets – this 'just brilliant' $30 Joseph Joseph organizer instantly turns chaos to calm
September 3rd
- ‘I felt completely sick’ – water damage wreaked $80,000 of 'havoc' and months of 'painful' repairs on this devastated homeowner
- If you love creating cozy interiors, you need these 5 houseplants for fall color – experts reveal how to care for them easily
- Interior designers say these are the 5 best Benjamin Moore colors for your bathroom – they're the perfect base for a timeless design
- I follow these 5 simple steps after every shower and my bathroom is always spotless and mold-free
- I’m a gardening editor, and these are the 5 investment plant purchases I’m making this fall – plus what didn’t make the cut
- Plumbing pros warn why you should never pour boiling water down the drain – and what to do instead
- As a horticulturalist, these are the 7 plants I'm adding to pots this September – top perennials, grasses and ferns for instant joy and color in your fall garden
- Joanna Gaines takes inspiration from fall color trends – and nostalgic 1970s style – to design a flawless entryway that is calming, warm, and grounding
September 2nd
- 5 houseplants that move at night – to add drama to your interiors this spooky season
- 'Easy setup, immediate results' – this cruelty-free ultrasonic pest control solution loved by Amazon shoppers is a must for banishing mice this fall
- 4 mistakes you’re making when treating your fence that you probably didn't even know you were doing
- 'You'll thank yourself later,' say pros – 5 things I'm urgently organizing this September to prepare for fall and a busy hosting season
- How to grow abelia – for a tough yet pretty flowering shrub that will thrive in darker borders and shady yards
- ‘The issue isn't what you own, it's how it is being used’ – 5 signs you only need to tidy up, not declutter
September 1st
- This top rated ultrasonic animal repellent is keeping deer, racoons, and squirrels out of backyards thanks to one special feature – and it's 15% off, but not for long
- Leaving fallen fruit in your yard could be costing you and your plants more than you think – 4 hidden problems caused by neglecting the clean up
- How and when to fertilize olive trees – for healthy evergreen growth and a bumper harvest of fruits year after year
- 5 things I'll be cleaning this September – including my backpack and bottle for a practical fresh start this fall
- This is the forgotten pantry ingredient hack my grandma swears by for yellowed pillowcases
- 3 ways to use cornstarch in the garden – an invaluable ingredient for natural pest control, planting seeds, and more