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Traditional fireplace ideas – classic looks for hearths and mantelpieces
We've rounded up the must-have traditional fireplace ideas, from elegant cast-iron pieces to choosing the right surround, ahead of the cooler weather
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Take a look at this historic Swedish island home – its decor is just as it was 100 years ago
The Swedish island of Sandhamn is all about blue skies and endless seascapes, and this pretty summer home makes the most of the striking scenery
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This art-filled, Georgian home takes its cue from Bloomsbury style – and its garden is pretty as a picture
Julia Pidgeon’s keen eye for design and color, as well as her remarkable gardening skills, have rejuvenated a Georgian home with an intriguing history
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WIN a wood-burning stove worth £1,995 in our Contura competition
Get your home ready for colder months ahead with this fabulous competition prize from Contura and Period Living
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A renovated Georgian townhouse in Bath – full of color and quirky fun
Paul and Kate Austin's home renovation had to comply with the regulations that come with its Grade-II listing. Meanwhile, inside, the creative and colorful decor breaks plenty of rules
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How to prune a fig tree – everything you need to know
Ensure your fig tree is hearty and healthy by learning how to prune a fig tree
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How to grow cantaloupe – juicy, fragrant melons more than worth the effort
Growing cantaloupe melon is easy, but you need warm soil and sunny days. In cooler climates, try growing them under glass
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How to grow fennel – as a herb or vegetable
Discover how to grow fennel in all its delicious forms, for a most versatile crop that's ready in just 12 weeks
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How to grow spring onions – the perfect accompaniment to salad and stir fries
How well do you know your spring onions? Here's the lowdown on growing spring onions from seed for an easy and tasty crop
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How to grow leeks – from seed or existing plants
Discover how to grow leeks for the most versatile crop that will beautify the veg patch year round
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Inside an ancient thatched cottage in Dorset – updated in style
This 400-year-old home has had some sympathetic changes inside and out to turn it into the perfect country escape
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How to grow kiwi from seed – for the most delicious fruits
Discover how to grow kiwi from seed for a beautiful feature in the garden that yields the most sumptuous fruit
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How to grow peas – in pots and in the ground
Discover how to grow peas at home, and enjoy a bountiful harvest of one of nature’s sweetest crops
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5 ways this sloping prairie-style garden is planted for year-round interest
The owners of this beautiful hillside garden on the English/Welsh border keep it looking good all year with bold, prairie style planting
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How to grow mangoes from seed
Learn how to grow mangoes from seed and create your own tropical paradise filled with delicious fruit trees
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How to grow raspberries – to yield a good supply of fruit
How to grow raspberries to enjoy fruit from June right through to October
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How to grow ginger
Learn how to grow ginger and enjoy its tropical flowers before harvesting its spicy root
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How to grow lemon from seed
Discover how to grow lemon from seed and you can fill your home, conservatory or garden room with beautiful lemon trees
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This Georgian manor in Yorkshire is brimming with antiques
Vintage fabrics expert Angela Wardale discovered a gem of a historic home and set about restoring it just as carefully as she repairs her antique textiles
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How to grow blueberries – from cuttings or seed
Discover how to grow blueberries for the most delicious, space-efficient fruit that you can grow on your patio
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How to grow watermelon
Find out how to grow watermelon and pick your own juicy watermelon this summer
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How to grow a pineapple
Grow your own pineapple at home from a store-bought fruit –it’s fun, decorative and tasty
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How to grow ranunculus
Discover how to grow ranunculus - 'the rose of the spring' which will bring colorful, frilly blooms to your garden
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7 ways this gorgeous cottage garden was created on a shoestring
This beautiful cottage garden is a vision of blooming, colorful abundance in summer months, and it has all been created on a tight budget – find out how
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How to grow irises
Add color and interest to your garden by learning how to grow irises
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How to grow jasmine – the most fragrant of climbers
Find out how to grow sweet-scented summer jasmine and plan ahead for winter jasmine
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This 16th century former English coaching inn and its unusual summerhouse are full of vintage finds
This family home was once a bustling coaching inn, and still offers a warm welcome and a comfortable place to relax
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How to grow thyme
Follow this guide on how to grow thyme, and enjoy this delicious, low-maintenance herb all year round
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How to grow kale – from seed to harvesting
Find out how to grow kale from sowing to harvesting. It's one of the original superfoods – tasty and easy to grow, too
