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10 of the best plants for a Mediterranean garden for an outdoor space that mirrors the gardens of Italy, Spain, France and Greece
Channel sunnier climes with these plants, shrubs and trees
By Sophie King
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How to set up a drip watering system that saves water and a lot of effort
Keep your plants hydrated (and your water bill down) with this clever garden watering solution
By Natalie Osborn
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The herbs you should plant together for an easy-care herb garden – 6 expert-recommended combinations
Make this year's herb garden effortless
By Sophie King
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How to grow wisteria in pots – 6 steps to breathtaking spring displays
It can be a successful potted climber with the right know-how...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Garden expert reveals when to mow new turf and the 3 tell-tale signs your new lawn is ready to be cut
If you want a lush, green lawn, you mustn't mow new turf too soon
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 humane methods to stop squirrels eating your plants, according to garden experts
Stop squirrels from munching on your plants with these three humane methods
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to clean paving slabs — a foolproof 5-step process to clean winter grime off your driveway, patio, or garden paths
Spruce up your outdoor space in 5 easy steps
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is vacuuming or mopping better? Flooring experts explain how to choose the right cleaning tool for your needs
I explore the big vacuuming vs mopping debate
By Lauren Bradbury
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The red creeping thyme lawn is a beautiful new take on traditional grass – here's how to grow one
It's effortless and unique
By Sophie King
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How and when to fertilise peonies for bigger, brighter blooms, according to experts
Find out everything you need to know about fertilising peonies and how to boost their beautiful blooms for longer
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 outdated rules to ignore when designing a small patio – experts say ditching them will transform your space
These are the traditional patio design rules you don’t always need to follow
By Rebecca Lawton
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How much to spend on a lawn mower – the ideal price range for small, medium and large gardens
I checked in with home improvement experts to find out
By Sophie King
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Think your mop is just for cleaning your floors? Think again — these are the 7 things you should be cleaning with a mop
This trusty tool is more adaptable than you might realise
By Rebecca Lawton
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5 reasons why your grass seed isn’t growing and what you can do to help, according to garden experts
For a lush, green lawn, you have to ensure the conditions are just right
By Kezia Reynolds
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When to sow a clover lawn for an effortless, wildlife-friendly garden – the bees will love you for it
You can get started this month
By Sophie King
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Can you dry clothes outside with hay fever? Doctors say yes if you stick to this specific time frame
You can still enjoy breeze-fresh laundry this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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What to do if you've sown the wrong grass seed – experts reveal exactly how to fix it and get your dream lawn back on track
Don't panic! Follow this easy guide to putting it right
By Natalie Osborn
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What to do with tulips after flowering – and the one mistake gardeners make that will ruin next year's blooms
These three tips will increase their chances of flowering again
By Lauren Bradbury
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When to plant beetroot seedlings outside – and one clever way to tell if the soil is warm enough
Timing is key if you want them to survive the move
By Sophie King
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Lawn care calendar – the tasks you should be doing each month to guarantee healthy grass all year round
Our expert-approved, month-by-month guide
By Lauren Bradbury
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6 areas you need to declutter before putting your house on the market for a fast and easy sale, according to experts
Your step-by-step guide to getting your house ready to sell
By Katie Sims
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When to plant chilli seeds – you'll need to get sowing ASAP for a spicy harvest
We've almost reached the end of the planting window...
By Sophie King
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Can I paint over old paint on a front door? Experts reveal when it's OK to skip this step
If you're repainting your front door this spring, here's what you should be doing with the old paint first
By Katie Sims
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Do you sleep with one arm under your pillow? Experts warn this can mean your pillow is wrong for you
Here's how to fix it
By Amy Lockwood
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7 perennials you can grow from seed – save money by sowing them now and bring colour to your garden year after year
Sow your own perennials now and you'll be rewarded with an abundance of blooms
By Lisa Fazzani
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The 5 best plants for a Japanese garden – key trees and flowers to help nail the style
We checked in with garden experts to curate a checklist
By Sophie King
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Can you repair patio cracks yourself? Yes you can but it all depends on two factors, according to experts
It's possible to repair patio cracks in a few simple steps
By Rebecca Lawton