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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
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How to clean grill grates: 4 easy ways to keep your BBQ sparkling
How To Knowing how to clean grill grates correctly is vital so you can cook food safely on the BBQ
By Teresa Conway Published
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Powdery mildew: how to get rid of white fungus on plants
How To Discover how to prevent and treat powdery mildew so you get get rid of this fungal disease on your plants and crops
By Teresa Conway Published
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Above ground pool maintenance tips: 5 steps to keep yours in top condition
How To Our advice on above ground pool maintenance will help keep the water sparkling clean
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to collect rainwater: 5 ways to save and re-use rainfall in your yard
How To Learn how to collect rainwater at home so you can store this precious resource and keep your plants and crops watered for free
By Flora Baker Published
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How to plant roses in pots: a simple guide for growing these blooms in containers
Plants Learn how to plant roses in pots successfully for a beautiful patio display this summer
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to pick a watermelon: tips for harvesting the juiciest fruits
Grow Your Own Follow these easy tips for how to pick a watermelon so you can work out when it's ripe and ready to harvest
By Flora Baker Published
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How to get rid of earwigs: 5 ways to deter these pests from your garden plants
How To Our advice on how to get rid of earwigs will help keep your flowers safe
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to use a smoker box on a gas grill: simple tips for success
How To Learn how to use a smoker box on a gas grill and give your food an authentic smokey flavor without the need for a charcoal BBQ
By Teresa Conway Published
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Roses care and growing guide: expert advice for these beautiful blooms
Plants With our top tips, you'll have the best roses around, whether they're tumbling from an arch, framing a doorway, or displayed in a patio pot
By Fiona Cumberpatch Published
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How to put out a charcoal grill safely, according to experts
How To It's vital to know how to put out a charcoal grill properly, to keep your backyard fire-safe after cook-outs on your BBQ
By Teresa Conway Published
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How to get rid of Japanese beetles: 5 ways to protect your plot from these bugs
How To We've got the lowdown on how to get rid of Japanese beetles to stop these pests from destroying your plants
By Holly Crossley Published
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Garden expert reveals a simple organic hack for dealing with whitefly
How To There’s one way to get rid of this garden and glasshouse pest, and that’s to spray it with a powerful jet of water – but does it work?
By Jayne Dowle Published
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Heirloom roses: top tips on how to grow these classic blooms
Plants Get growing success with our tips on how to grow heirloom roses – with their fabulous fragrance and timeless beauty, they're a beautiful addition to any plot
By Graham Rice Published
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How to save money at the garden center: 9 ways to get more bang for your buck
How To Shop smarter and learn how to save money at the garden center so you can enjoy a beautiful garden on a budget
By Teresa Conway Published
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How to repot a plant: do this regularly, and your plants will live longer
How To Learn how to repot a plant and enjoy your perennials for many years to come
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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How to light a BBQ: step-by-step advice for charcoal and gas designs
How to Learn how to light a BBQ with these tips and get your alfresco meals off to a flying start
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Cottage gardens: how to plan, design and plant your space
How To Follow our advice on cottage gardens and create a stunning space that's brimming with colour, interest and scent
By Sarah Giles Last updated
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How to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard: 5 easy ways to deter these pests
How To Find out how to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard so you can enjoy your patio without being bitten by these pesky insects
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to clean landscaping rocks: simple steps for sprucing up the stones in your plot
How To Our tips on how to clean landscaping rocks will get these statement features looking as good as new
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to keep bees away from a pool: 7 simple solutions that work
How To Find out how to keep bees away from a pool with tricks to tempt them elsewhere in the garden
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to clean an outdoor rug in 5 easy steps: a simple guide to getting it right
How To Find out how to clean an outdoor rug to keep it looking spick and span all summer long
By Sarah Wilson Published