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What not to feed wild birds: 8 things to avoid in your backyard
How To Our top tips on what not to feed wild birds this season
By Flora Baker Published
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5 key signs it's time to repot your snake plant, plus expert tips on how to do it
How To Learn how to repot a snake plant to keep it healthy and growing well
By Anna Cottrell Published
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7 common bird feeding mistakes to avoid this winter and beyond
How To Get to know these bird feeding mistakes and keep your backyard visitors happy
By Flora Baker Last updated
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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
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How do I choose the perfect Christmas tree? Get it right with our insider tips
How To Find out how to choose a Christmas tree and bring one home that will stay looking good right through the holiday season
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Eucalyptus care and growing guide: how to look after these backyard trees
Plants Learn how to grow an elegant and evergreen eucalyptus in your garden
By Sally Jenner Published
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How to make a poinsettia wreath for front doors and porches
How To Find out how to make a poinsettia wreath to add a stunning touch to your festive decorations this holiday season
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Should you winterize your roses? Experts advise on this cold weather dilemma
How To These expert suggestions for winterizing roses will maximize your chances of success to keep them blooming next summer and beyond
By Sarah Wilson Published
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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
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to grow a Christmas cactus: caring for this indoor plant made easy
Plants Learning how to grow a Christmas cactus will help you brighten up your home this winter
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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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
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to propagate orchids: get more of these exotic houseplants for free
How To Learn how to propagate orchids for bright new blooms
By Flora Baker Last updated
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How to repot a Christmas cactus: keep your plant healthy for years to come
Plants Our tips on how to repot a Christmas cactus will enable you to enjoy these seasonal blooms year after year
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Christmas cactus propagation: get more festive plants for free
Plants With our tips on Christmas cactus propagation, you can add more of these colorful plants to your interior scheme
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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Winterizing hydrangeas: keep them protected from inclement weather
How To Winterizing hydrangeas correctly will keep them happy and healthy throughout the coldest season
By Ruth Hayes Last updated
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How to repot a succulent: a step-by-step guide
How To Want to know how to repot a succulent? Our expert advice makes it easy
By Flora Baker Last updated
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This is how I overwinter geraniums to keep my plants safe in cold weather
How To Learn how to overwinter geraniums in just a few simple steps and you can protect your pelargoniums from the winter weather
By Ruth Hayes Last updated
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Pruning a fiddle leaf fig: quick tips for these houseplants
Plants The experts reveal everything there is to know about pruning a fiddle leaf fig, so you can keep these indoor plants thriving
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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How to get rid of raccoons in your yard: 5 ways to try
How To Learn how to get rid of raccoons to keep your plot tidy and protect your homegrown crops
By Holly Crossley Published
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When is the best time to sow wildflower seeds? Experts advise on the right time of year to do it
Plants Find out when to sow wildflower seeds and you will soon be filling your garden with a mass of beautiful natural planting
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to keep squirrels off bird feeders: 3 easy ways to deter these critters
How To If you want to welcome more feathered friends to your plot you may need to know how to keep squirrels off bird feeders – our guide explains
By Holly Crossley Published
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Winterizing lavender: expert ways to protect your plants from cold weather
How To Find out about winterizing lavender to get your plants in the best possible shape to cope with colder temperatures, frost and snow
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Geranium propagation: simple steps for making more pelargoniums
Plants Our expert guide on geranium propagation has all the tips you need for taking cuttings and sowing seeds
By Holly Crossley Published
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Winterizing hostas: tuck up your precious plants to keep them protected
Plants Follow our expert tips on winterizing hostas and make sure yours get the TLC they need to see them through a cold snap
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to get rid of squirrels in the garden: deter these pests from your plot
How To Wondering how to get rid of squirrels in the garden? We've got lots of tips on how to naturally ward these critters off
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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How to grow mushrooms: our expert guide to making fabulous fungi
Grow Your Own Find out how to grow mushrooms and enjoy months of oysters, buttons and shiitakes with our home-growing tips
By Janey Goulding Published
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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
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to germinate apple seeds: grow a fruit tree for free
Grow Your Own Learning how to germinate apple seeds is easy and a fun activity to try at home
By Flora Baker Published
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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
By Anna Cottrell Published