Latest articles by Katie Sims
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How long do sweet peas take to germinate? Experts explain long how you'll need to wait and ways to speed it up
Patience is a virtue when it comes to growing beautiful flowers, but this is how long you can expect sweet peas to take
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What to do with a pond in winter — five measures to take care of your garden’s water feature this winter
Help your pond survive the cold snap with these expert tips
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Stacey Solomon has shared 5 nifty wardrobe storage hacks to make getting ready in the morning easier — and they're genius
These five wardrobe storage hacks are a gamechanger
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What is a Tree Preservation Order? Experts warn this could be why you may face a £20,000 fine for cutting down a tree in your own garden
You need to know about TPOs if you're planning on making any changes to the trees in your garden
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How to improve drainage in a garden — 4 DIY options drainage experts say will solve waterlogging
These are the best garden drainage systems you can install yourself
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What is a soakaway? Drainage pros reveal how this system could be the solution to standing water in your garden
We speak to the experts about soakaways, including how they work and which homes can benefit from them
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Should you feed houseplants in winter? Experts reveal it may cause more harm than good
Skip the plant food to give your houseplants the best chance of survival this winter
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When to deadhead pansies to encourage a new flush of beautiful blooms, according to gardening experts
Here are the telltale signs that your pansies need deadheading, to enjoy these flowers at their best
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4 surprising things you can clean with a tennis ball, according to the professionals
Put your tennis balls to good use with these top tips
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How to force rhubarb — 5 easy steps to a delicious early crop for crumble and more
Now is the perfect time to force rhubarb, and it can be done in 5 simple steps
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7 ways to make your life easier and cheaper in 2025 — our top at-home hacks for a less stressful year
Yes, life at home can be easier and cheaper this year – here are our top tips
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How much does it cost to run an air fryer? Do they save money?
We've calculated what it will cost to cook with an air fryer following the new July energy price cap
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How to get rid of items after a declutter — 3 ways to get your unwanted stuff out of your home
Ready to part ways with some items, but unsure what to do with them? Here's the expert advice you need
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How much does it cost to run a boiling water tap?
We calculated the cost of running a boiling water tap to see if the investment pays off
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How much does it cost to run a multi-cooker — does the air fryer alternative save money?
Here's how much your multi-cooker will cost to run under the latest energy price cap
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How much does it cost to run a washing machine?
We've calculated how much money your washing machine will cost to run according to the latest energy prices
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What's the difference between rising damp and penetrative damp? How to tell which one is affecting your home
Rising damp and penetrative damp are not the same thing—here's what you need to know
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Can a wet vacuum pick up water? They can, and this is how, according to experts
Wet vacuums can be a lifesaver when it comes to picking up water spills — here's how they do it
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How to clean cat pee from carpet — 6 easy steps to banish the stain and odour for good
Act now and stop the smell of cat pee from lingering
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How to fix a noisy washing machine yourself — 7 expert ways to get it to work quieter again
If your washing machine is creating more noise than you would like, learn how to fix it with our expert tips
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Why are my Christmas cactus buds falling off? 5 potential causes, and what to do about them
Here are all the factors that could be causing your Christmas cactus buds to fall, according to experts
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How to stop decluttering procrastination - 4 expert hacks that will get you to start, right now
Stop putting it off and start decluttering your home, with the help of these pro tips
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How long should you wait between coats of paint? This is what the experts say
Here's how long the pros say you should wait before applying the second coat
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10 things you should never store in a fridge, according to professional chefs
If you've been keeping any of these items in the fridge, the pros say you've been doing it wrong
