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Creative ways to hide sprinkler valves: 5 clever solutions for your yard
How To Searching for creative ways to hide sprinkler valves so they don’t spoil the view? Try these simple ideas
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Using ash in the garden: 3 ways to use this budget-friendly material for healthier plants
How To If you've got a fire pit or woodburner, try using ash in the garden – there are plenty of benefits
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to clean outdoor cushions: 4 easy steps to freshening up garden upholstery
How To Find out how to clean outdoor cushions the expert way and your garden sofa and chairs will look smart again in no time
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to harvest sunflower seeds: get it right with our advice
How To Learn how to harvest sunflower seeds at the right time and store them for planting or eating
By Teresa Conway Last updated
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How to clean a pizza oven in 4 simple steps
How To Spruce up your outdoor cooking area with these expert tips on how to clean a pizza oven from top to bottom
By Teresa Conway Published
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How to grow blueberries: expert tips for these tasty fruits
Grow Your Own Find out how to grow blueberries and cultivate your own stunning superfruits for years of delicious harvests
By Janey Goulding Published
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Fiddle leaf fig propagation: get more plants for free with our advice
Plants Follow our easy guide on fiddle leaf fig propagation to increase your indoor plant collection
By Zia Allaway Published
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How to clean artificial grass quickly and easily: top tips from the experts
How To Learn how to clean artificial grass and keep your lawn looking fresh all year
By Flora Baker Published
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Everything you need to know about grilling fish on the BBQ
How To The experts all agree that grilling fish on the BBQ is one of the tastiest methods of cooking. Here's how to perfect the process
By Teresa Conway Last updated
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Deadheading dahlias: what to do when your blooms fade
Plants Follow our easy guide on deadheading dahlias and keep the flowers coming right through summer and beyond
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to hang a hammock on a tree: 4 steps for installing this summertime seating solution
How To Embrace a boho style in your backyard by learning how to hang a hammock on a tree – it's the perfect way to relax in the sunshine
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to lay stepping stones on grass: 4 easy steps for a stylish garden path
How To Learning how to lay stepping stones across your lawn will help protect your turf in style
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to sharpen garden shears: top tips for keeping your cuts sharp
How To Learn how to sharpen garden shears for a clean, close cut in all your gardening tasks
By Flora Baker Published
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How to clean an awning: refresh your patio cover in 5 simple steps
How To Find out how to clean an awning the expert way and yours will soon be looking crisp and fresh again
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Dracaena propagation tips: how to get more dragon plants
How To Dracaena propagation is the easy way to increase your dragon plant collection and get more houseplants for free
By Zia Allaway Published
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Summer clematis care and growing guide: expert advice for these pretty climbing plants
Plants Learn how to grow clematis and boring garden boundaries will soon be a thing of the past
By Graham Rice Published
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Pruning delphiniums: simple tips to keep your flowers blooming
How To Keep on pruning delphiniums over summer and you will reap the benefits with constant flowers to brighten up your plot
By Flora Baker Published
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Pruning olive trees: expert tips for keeping them in top condition
Plants We explain all there is to know about pruning olive trees – whether growing them in a pot or in the ground
By Holly Crossley Published
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Should I deadhead hydrangeas? We explain what to do when the blooms fade
Plants Our guide reveals all there is to know about deadheading hydrangeas so you can keep your shrubs looking beautiful for longer
By Holly Crossley Published
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What is a rain chain and how does it work? Your questions answered
How To Ever wondered 'what is a rain chain'? Get the lowdown on these decorative water diverters and find out how to use them in your yard
By Flora Baker Last updated
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Watering plants while away on vacation: 8 ways to keep them healthy
Plants Worried about watering plants while away on vacation? Our guide has everything you need to know to keep them in top condition
By Ruth Hayes Published
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Pruning lavender: 3 simple steps to get yours looking its best
How To Pruning lavender is surprisingly simple, yet will reward you with healthier-looking plants for longer
By Holly Crossley Published
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Master how to use a pizza stone on a grill and get perfect results every time
How To Learning how to use a pizza stone on a grill means that you can cook delicious pizza outdoors without the need for a pizza oven
By Teresa Conway Published
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When to harvest corn: learn how to pick ripe corn every time
Grow Your Own Want to know when to harvest corn? We've got all the tips you need to get the best results
By Flora Baker Published
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How to grow potatoes
Grow Your Own Learn how to grow potatoes and you'll have an endless supply for mashing, roasting and frying – yum!
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to mow stripes on a lawn: 3 simple steps for impressive results
How To Our tips on how to mow stripes will give your turf that traditional look that always looks smart
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to ripen green tomatoes: 4 easy steps to make the most of your harvest
Grow Your Own Whatever the reason for premature picking, knowing how to ripen green tomatoes will ensure they don't go to waste
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to grow a butterfly garden: welcome these pretty pollinators to your space
How To Wondering how to grow a butterfly garden? Take a look at these planting and styling suggestions
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Growing vegetables from scraps: 10 easy veg to try
Grow Your Own Try growing vegetables from scraps to cut down on food waste and save money on your weekly shopping
By Geraldine Sweeney Published