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How to grow spinach – indoors or outdoors for healthy leaves
Find out how to grow spinach in containers or in the garden to have a year round supply of these delicious and healthy leaves
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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Paint finishes – a guide for every room
Demystify paint finishes with our expert guide to paint finish types for every surface and every room
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Cottage curtain ideas – inspiration for a pretty, cozy home
Put the finishing touch to your a characterful space
By Pippa Blenkinsop Last updated
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Planning a kitchen garden – from layouts to picking the best crops
Planning a kitchen garden is easy with this expert advice – whether yours is in beds, borders or a dedicated patch – you're guaranteed success
By Leigh Clapp Published
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Cottage porch ideas – 12 designs for a cozy, welcoming entrance
Embrace the cottage porch look to make your home feel warm and inviting, and even extend your living space
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to paint a house exterior
Discover how to paint a house exterior for a professional, authentic finish with long-lasting results
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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How to prune basil – and the best time to do it
Find out how to prune basil plants the right way for healthy, bushy plants that last longer
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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How to grow zucchini – tips for growing courgettes at home
Find out how to grow zucchini at home – just a few plants will provide you with a bountiful harvest
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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How to grow cucumbers – expert tips to grow from seed and get top summer harvests
Discover how to grow cucumbers for the most refreshing crop you’ll be enjoying all summer long
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to prune cucumber plants
Discover how to prune cucumber plants to keep them in shape and ensure a bumper harvest
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to clean silver – an expert guide
Find out how to clean silver at home, according to the experts, and restore your tarnished silverware to a beautiful shine
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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How to clean hardwood floors
Discover how to clean hardwood floors to restore their natural shine, remove stains, and protect them from damage, with advice from industry experts
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to clean cast iron – remove rust, reseason and refinish
Discover how to clean cast iron pans, furniture and architectural features to keep them in good condition, remove rust and make them last a lifetime
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to clean encaustic tiles – an expert guide
Discover how to clean encaustic tiles to restore their vibrancy, remove ingrained dirt, and protect them from damage, with advice from the experts
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to prune wisteria – and the best time to do it
Learn how to prune wisteria for a healthier plant with maximum blooms
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to grow cosmos – expert tips on when and where to plant these flowers
Learn how to grow cosmos to add bright color in your garden from summer through to fall with their beautiful blooms
By Leigh Clapp Published
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How to grow French beans
Expert advice for growing your own climbing or dwarf French beans for a tasty and healthy harvest
By Karen Darlow Last updated
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Traditional living room ideas – 20 classic decor looks for walls, floors and furniture
Be inspired by these traditional living room ideas and create a space full of timeless charm
By Pippa Blenkinsop Last updated
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Onion companion planting – what to grow with onions to ensure a bumper crop
Try onion companion planting to guarantee great results in growing an abundant and healthy crop of onions as well as benefitting other plants
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Shaker kitchen ideas – 10 ways to embrace classic simplicity in your home
Embrace beautiful simplicity with these Shaker kitchen ideas that will add classic charm to your home
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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How to prune roses – for long lasting blooms and healthy plants
Follow this guide on how to prune roses to get the best out of your plants and boost flower production
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Evergreen trees for gardens – 10 of the best choices
Bring your garden back to life this winter with the best evergreen trees for gardens
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Cottage lighting ideas – 20 pretty ways to brighten your cottage
From task lighting to beautiful pendant shades, these cottage lighting ideas create the perfect ambience
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Cottage living room ideas – 13 inspirational ways to add comfort and style
These cottage ideas for a living room, from comfortable seating to color schemes, will inspire you to create the perfect homely, relaxing space
By Pippa Blenkinsop Last updated
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Cottage extension ideas – 10 cute cottage additions
Dreaming of more room in your cottage? These cottage extension ideas could be the solution – read on to be inspired
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Painted kitchen cabinet ideas – the best colors and finishes
These stylish painted kitchen cabinet ideas will inspire you to refresh your cabinetry with a selection of fabulous finishes
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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How to make a bug hotel – to attract pollinators
Learn how to make a bug hotel to provide a valuable habitat for pollinators and other insects
By Holly Reaney Last updated
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Vegetable garden container ideas – 20 ways to grow crops in pots
Grow your own potted harvest with vegetable garden container ideas that are both beautiful and productive
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Cottage backyard ideas – 25 ways to bring a rural, rustic feel to any garden plot
Cottage backyard ideas offer a feast for the senses. Be inspired to turn your garden into a relaxed and inviting oasis
By Melanie Griffiths Published