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Should I shock my pool after it rains? Discover the actions to take
It can be essential to shock a pool after it rains. Find out when you need to and why in our guide
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to deadhead coneflowers – expert tips for a longer-lasting floral display
Keep your echinaceas looking their best with this simple advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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Best front yard hedges for privacy – 10 leafy choices to screen your home from the street
Up your sense of security with these practical and pretty planting picks
By Holly Crossley Published
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Best lavender varieties – 14 perfumed beauties for flowers and foliage
Broaden your fragrant horizons with 14 stunning lavender varieties for patios, pots, beds and borders
By Graham Rice Published
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How and when to harvest zucchini flowers – tips to pick the best blooms at the right time
Discover how to faultlessly pick zucchini blossoms for all your culinary desires
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to take rose cuttings – tips for propagating roses
This guide to taking rose cuttings will help green thumbed gardeners learn how to propagate new plants from their favorite roses
By Pippa Blenkinsop Last updated
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Pest experts share the 5 mistakes to avoid when trying to get flies out of your house
From relying on chemicals to ignoring the root cause, these are the things you should not do when trying to get rid of these pests
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Why is my pool cloudy after I shocked it? Fixes for a pool that isn’t clear
Discover why a pool can still be murky after shocking and what you can do to make it crystal clear
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Hot tub vs Jacuzzi – what’s the difference?
Weighing up hot tub vs Jacuzzi? Get in the know with our expert guide
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Best pest-repellent plants – 10 natural ways to keep bugs away
If you’re looking for effective, eco-friendly ways to keep pesky bugs at bay, these pest-repellent plants are a great solution
By Sally Jenner Published
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Martha Stewart reveals a genius hydrangea cutting trick to make them last longer in a vase
Martha Stewart has a special way of cutting hydrangeas to prolong their life in a vase. We've found more ways to care for cut hydrangeas so they stay looking fresh
By Lola Houlton Published
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10 front door plants that will add a decorative touch to your home's entrance
The joy of these front door plants is that they're multi-tasking and work equally well in planters, hanging baskets or borders
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to prepare a small backyard for summer hosting – 6 space-saving suggestions from designers
Designers and landscapers explain how to prepare your backyard for hosting in summer, with tricks to make even the 'coziest' of spaces accommodating for guests
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Safety tips for a backyard pool – experts reveal 5 essentials for avoiding accidents
These insider insights will help you reduce the risks while enjoying your private pool
By Holly Crossley Published
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How often should you water hanging baskets? The experts explain, and share their top watering tips
Keep your containers up high happily hydrated
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to weigh down pool steps – simple tactics to make access safe
Removable ladders and steps can float if they’re not secured. This is how to weigh them down
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Flag Code rules: fly the flag right this July 4th
There are 8 flag code rules to follow when it comes to flying your US flag at home – here's everything you need to know to celebrate this July 4th correctly
By Louise Oliphant Published
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How to hide pool equipment – 6 tidying tips for a sleek poolside
Professional cleaners and home organizers explain how to hide pool equipment to keep your backyard neat and safe, while protecting your equipment from damage
By Chiana Dickson Published
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'Tomato tapping' – the unusual trick I use to get a bigger crop of healthier fruits, guaranteed
If you want to drastically increase your tomato yield this season, ‘tapping’ might just do the trick. This is how you do it, and why it works
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Pelargonsjuka is the Scandi-chic trend that celebrates one of our favorite plants
Forget hygge (for now) – this is the Scandinavian trend we all want to try this summer and beyond
By Holly Crossley Published
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Best plants for around a pool – 10 perfect options for a private backyard paradise
From leafy shrubs to fabulous flowers, these picks will give your pool area a beautiful, botanical touch
By Holly Crossley Published
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Small outdoor living room ideas – 6 ways to turn a modest yard into a design haven
Design ideas from those in the know to make bijou green spaces appear lovelier
By Arabella Youens Published
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11 compact plunge pool ideas that will revitalize both you and your yard
These chic designs are perfect for smaller spaces and budgets
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to cool a pool in summer – 8 ways to keep the temperature just right
Make sure the water temperature in your pool stays refreshing when the weather hots up with these strategies
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Front yard rock landscaping ideas – 10 eye-catching ways to introduce stones and boulders to your space
These ideas for landscaping your front yard with rocks will enhance your design and boost the curb appeal
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to organize an outdoor kitchen – 8 tips to keep summer cookouts simple
Professional chefs and home organizers explain how to keep your outdoor kitchen neat and organized – and what you should be leaving indoors
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Deadheading mistakes – 5 errors to avoid when neatening up your flowering plants
Keep these tips in mind when removing spent blooms and you'll be rewarded with better results
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to stop woodpeckers from pecking your house, according to pest control pros
Experts reveal how to stop woodpeckers from ruining your home this summer and disrupting a good night's sleep
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Can citronella actually repel mosquitoes? Entomologists explain
Citronella has been used as a herbal mosquito repellent for decades, but is it just an old wives' tale?
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published