Latest articles by Anna K. Cottrell
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Should you prune mint? Experts explain the benefits
Grow Your Own Learn how to prune mint correctly and when best to do it to keep your plant healthy
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Why are my poinsettia's leaves falling off? Experts reveal the common causes
Plants Wondering why your poinsettia's leaves are falling off? Plant experts offer their top tips for rescuing the Christmas favorite
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Why are my orchid leaves drooping? 6 reasons to look out for
Plants Find out what is causing your orchid leaves to droop and the best solutions recommended by plant experts
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Why are my geranium leaves turning yellow? We reveal the likely reasons
Plants Geranium leaves turning yellow? Here's what could be going on with your plant, according to plant experts
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Why is my peace lily drooping? 5 common causes, plus how to revive it
Plants Worried about a drooping peace lily plant? Here's what's causing it to droop and how to nurse it back to health
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Should you winterize an outdoor faucet? Experts offer their cold weather tips
How To Find out how to winterize an outdoor faucet to protect it from colder temperatures
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Can succulents survive winter? 5 things you should do to help them
Plants Follow these top tips from plant experts to keep your succulents alive during the cold months
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When should you fertilize strawberries? Experts reveal the best time of year for this task
Grow Your Own Find out how and when to fertilize strawberries to get the perfect crop of juicy fruit in summer
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How to clean a pool filter: ensure your water stays fresh and clean
How To Learn how to clean a pool filter to keep your pool water pristine and safe for swimming
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How to winterize a lawn mower: tips for gas, cordless and riding mowers
How To Find out how to winterize a lawn mower with these expert tips for every type of mower, and ensure yours is kept in top condition during the colder months
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5 signs it's time to repot your peace lily, according to houseplant experts
Plants Wondering when to repot a peace lily? These are the main signs that it's time to complete this simple task
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Above ground vs inground trampolines: which one is best for you?
Shopping Trying to decide between above ground vs inground trampolines? Our expert guide will help you choose the right one for your yard
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Are poinsettias poisonous to cats and dogs? Pet experts reveal what you need to know
Plants They are everyone's favorite Christmas plant, but are poinsettias poisonous to cats and dogs? Find out and keep your furry friends safe this winter
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How to lower chlorine in a hot tub: expert tips to keep your levels correct
How To Find out how to lower chlorine in a hot tub to keep your hot tub water comfortable yet hygienic
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When is the best time to aerate a lawn? Experts give the definitive answer
How To Find out when to aerate a lawn so you can keep your turf in peak condition and ensure plenty of healthy new growth
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When to blow out sprinklers – expert advice
How To Want to know when to blow out your sprinklers? Here's what the experts say
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Monty Don's top growing tips for ornamental grasses are a recipe for success
Plants If you want more success with your ornamental grasses, follow these failsafe tips from gardening guru Monty Don
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Try this solution for rust in hollyhocks – without overloading the garden with chemicals
Plants Rust in hollyhocks is almost inevitable, but you may be able to minimize the impact without strong chemical treatments
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Growing ginger in a pot? Try this expert tip to maximize your yield
Grow Your Own Growing ginger in a pot couldn't be easier – follow this expert tip from Kevin Espiritu to get more ginger for your kitchen
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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
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Want to know how to get rid of mushrooms in your yard? Follow this expert advice
How tos Looking to find out how to get rid of mushrooms in your yard? Experts answer your gardening question
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The Shed of the Year competition is back and open for entries
Garden Buildings Here's what to expect from this year's competition – plus, take a look at last year's winning entry
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A flower installation highlights plant extinction – by grafting flowers onto an electric Renault
Gardens Award-winning floral designer Larry Walshe has created an installation in collaboration with Renault to highlight flower extinction due to pollution
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Escape to the Chateau Dick Strawbridge's genius tip for planting mint in a border
Plants Mint is notorious for spreading fast, but Dick Strawbridge has found a brilliant way to grow it in a controlled way
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