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Sanctuaries in the city – NYC garden designer reveals how to transform urban rooftop gardens into green oases
Filling an urban space with planting will create a private, calming retreat
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5 signs you need to replace your flatware – according to a master event planner
Hosting experts would never hold onto flatware with any of these five defects
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How to winterize rhododendrons and guarantee showstopping blooms
These hardy plants that grow in the Himalayas are used to inhospitable conditions, but they still need cold weather care to help them thrive
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6 kitchen items not worth spending money on, according to interior designers
Want to save money on your kitchen? Designers urge you to avoid these pieces – you won't regret it
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6 of the easiest fruit trees to grow for delicious homegrown harvests with minimal effort
Discover why and how these fruit trees can thrive without requiring lots of hard work
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5 surprising things you can clean with shaving foam
Professional cleaners love this bathroom cabinet essential for sparkling and spotless surfaces
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How to light a shed – for security and style in your yard
Sheds are often overlooked in garden lighting schemes. However, this can be a security risk. I spoke to the experts about how to light a shed
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6 small kitchen trends you'll be seeing everywhere in 2025
These are the trends that will add style to your bijou kitchen
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Can you dry laundry outside in winter? We explore the pros and cons
It can help save you money, but can take twice as long, experts say
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7 cleaning hacks for a beautiful home on a budget
A spotless space doesn't have to be expensive with these expert-approved tips
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How to get a mulberry tree to fruit – 3 expert tips for an abundant harvest of sweet berries
Simple adjustments can help your mulberry tree to become bountiful
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Best shrubs for fall berries – 6 fruiting bushes to plant now for colorful borders and pots
Adding some of these fall-fruiting shrubs to your plot will not only look good but prove popular with wildlife too
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Blue and red is the unexpected color combination for fall 2024 – here's how designers are embracing this nostalgic pairing
Reinvent this bold color combination with these styling ideas, as suggested by designers
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Should I keep my Christmas cactus in the dark? Experts explain why it can benefit these beauties
A period of darker conditions in the fall will help these festive favorites flower year after year – here's how to try it at home
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How to grow lemon balm – for citrus-infused leaves to enjoy in cooking or herbal teas
Lemon balm is easy to grow, whether you want to buy plants or sow seeds to start your own
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12 handy ways I banished stubborn mess with clear organizing bins around my home
Plastic ones, glass ones, even clear takeaway containers – they’ve all transformed my storage spaces for the better
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I’ve moved house in winter 8 times – here are my top tips for getting belongings from A to B intact during foul weather
Advice for a smooth winter move, including things I have learned the very hard way
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Tile drenching is the unexpected way to add a sense of luxury to your home – here's how to nail the trend
This trend proves tiles have a place in every room of the home
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You're likely not washing these 8 things enough, experts warn – here's why they need extra attention
Neglecting to wash these things could cause musty odors, a build-up of bacteria and trigger allergies, professional cleaners warn
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Should you use solar lights at Christmas? 5 reasons experts say no, and what you should do instead
It's smart to wonder if you should use solar lights as Christmas lights. However, these unreliable lights could derail your entire Christmas light display
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How to prepare a porch for Halloween – 5 tips to ward off safety spooks this holiday
'Safety should always come first,' the experts urge
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How to grow Japanese maple bonsai trees – for miniature gardens with spectacular fall color
Patience is needed when practicing the art of bonsai, yet this slow and mindful approach to gardening can be transformative
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8 cleaning tasks to refresh your bedroom for winter – for a cozy and comfortable space
Make your bedroom both bright and beautiful with these expert-approved tips
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Experts explain how to install a basement extractor fan to remove damp and musty smells for good
Learn how to install a basement extractor fan for a fresher, healthier space
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5 herbs that don't need winterizing – they're frost-hardy and need minimal protection
Many hardy perennial herbs will get through the winter season unharmed and return with more delicious leaves in the warmer months
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How to grow winter melons – tips from an expert gardener who harvested 50 fruits from one plant
You may not achieve such a bumper yield, but here's all you need to know to grow winter melons from seed to harvest
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I'm an interior designer – this is how I design a kitchen backsplash that always looks luxurious
A backsplash may seem like a small element of your kitchen or bathroom design, but as designer LeeAnn Baker highlights, get them right and they really elevate your space
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Are lumen ratings fake? This marketing trick could mean you've been missold solar lights
Some lumen ratings are real, but shady practices mean your lights may not be as bright as they are supposed to be
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Pro cleaners never put these thrifted items in their home without sanitizing them first – here's why it's vital
Not sanitizing these items first could be a health hazard, experts warn
