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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
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'I have tried everything to stop deer destroying my garden' – 10,000+ reviews say this $49 motion-activated sprinkler is the 'only thing that works'
If deer have been invading your borders this year, the Orbit 62100 motion-activated sprinkler might just be your best option
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Forget terrible suction shower shelves, this drill-free organizing hero is the customizable alternative that stays put
Get streamlined without drilling
By Chiana Dickson Published
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These are the best cities in America for antique shopping, according to interior designers
The complete list of the very best antique haunts in the U.S, put together by interior designers who love old treasures
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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Designer Bryan Graybill on kitchens as functional theaters
The designer shares his thoughts on creating a kitchen that works hard and looks beautiful – and why he never sets more than one stool around his kitchen island
By Anna Last Published
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What is retro style? Why 2025’s most interesting rooms are looking back and how yours can, too
Designers define what retro style is (and isn’t), plus how to nail the look without looking dated
By Julia Demer Last updated
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6 signs you have an unhealthy lawn – and how to fix the issues like a pro
Your grass will tell you when something is not right
By Drew Swainston Published
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Intentional ‘Tidying Festivals’ helped me finally declutter my empty nest before I downsized
Slow and steady won the race without breaking my heart in the process
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Is it necessary to deadhead red hot pokers? What I always do as a horticulturalist to enjoy maximum flower spikes
Keep your fiery flowers in tip-top shape this summer
By Thomas Rutter Published
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If you struggle to keep your basil plant alive, try these 3 expert-approved methods to extend its life – it'll double in size in a matter of weeks
Basil can grow for several months outdoors if maintained properly
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I love this $1 hack for removing shoe odor overnight – it’s mess-free, non-toxic, and needs little effort
These odor-busting bags are a life-saver
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 things in your yard that could be attracting ticks – and what to do to stop them
Have you got any of these tick magnets in your garden?
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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Get bigger and better pumpkins by planting them with these 7 companion crops
Plus, discover what not to plant with your pumpkins
By Drew Swainston Published
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Ground covers to attract hummingbirds – switch out boring bare soil for these 5 wildlife magnets
Make your garden a haven for hummingbirds with these nectar-rich picks
By Holly Crossley Published
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‘You’re risking more than just a streaky countertoр’ – 7 signs it’s time to replace your kitchen sponge
You need a new one more often than you think
By Chiana Dickson Published
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What's your zodiac flower? Discover which bloom you have a star sign connection to, plus tips on how to grow it in your yard
You don't want to miss out on the meaning behind these special flowers
By Tenielle Jordison Published