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Pastry and sausage meat – the ultimate match, but you’ve got to get it...

10 tips to make perfect sausage rolls at home

Love them or hate them, Brussels sprouts are a mainstay of the Christmas table....

How to grow your own Brussels sprouts for next year

A master florist offers five gorgeous arrangements, which will use up your Christmas tree...

5 ways to use your Christmas tree clippings creatively

Winter is a challenging time for garden birds. As temperatures drop and natural food...

A guide to winter feeding for garden birds
As the cold snap sets in – what should gardeners do to prepare?

As winter arrives this month, it brings with it some cold icy blasts and...

Christmas Decorations Masterclass: Make your own Festive Wreath, Garland and Flower Centrepieces

Florist Kim Shaw returns to show you how to get your home ready for...

Make your own edible gifts

Why elbow your way through a crowded high street in search of yet more...

Clever uses for mayonnaise

A jar of mayonnaise has clever uses that – surprisingly – have nothing to...

Tips for an eco-friendly Christmas

As a society, we’ve never been more aware of our impact on the planet...

Tired of giving and receiving fancy soaps and socks for Christmas? 

At Granny Gets a Grip we’ve got lots of original Christmas present ideas for...

The best shrubs to grow for festive winter berries

Frosted winter berries should have pride of place both in the garden and home...

Keep your gas boiler and reduce carbon emissions. Find out how!

With the Prime Minister set to roll back on government net zero targets, one...

Eco friendly gift wrap options

A beautifully wrapped gift is one of the most time-honoured symbols of Christmas, but...

Banishing condensation woes: Five tips to keep your home clear and dry

Condensation can be a persistent issue in homes, leading to dampness, mold growth, and...

Why a pot-grown Christmas tree may save you money in the long term

Pot-grown Christmas trees are often more expensive than comparable cut ones – but may...

Top tips to help hedgehogs hibernate

Hedgehogs are charming and endearing creatures that often visit our gardens. Hedgehogs usually hibernate...

These winter plants will help attract wildlife to your garden

As autumn creeps into winter, you’ll likely start seeing less wildlife activity in your...

Is your hot water bottle safe to use? Tips on what to look out for

As the cost of heating our homes continues to rise this winter many of...

Make-ahead Christmas gifts

Christmas is closer than you think, and while it’s not quite time to trim...

Keeping your dog safe on Bonfire Night: Top tips and advice

Bonfire Night, also known as Guy Fawkes Night, is a popular celebration with fireworks,...

Peter’s Gardening tips for November

November is normally the season of mists, fogs and decreasing daylight. So what will...

This is why you should plant your tulip bulbs in November

Many of us will have already planted our spring-flowering bulbs, including daffodils, crocus and...

How to avoid plant losses, flowering disappointments and container catastrophes

As the colder weather sets in, we offer a 10-point checklist to help your...

15 bizarre things you never knew about cats

We feed them, stroke them, and live alongside them – but how much do...

Six Uses for Epsom Salts

Epsom salts, scientifically known as magnesium sulfate, have been a household staple for centuries,...

Ready to go in the ground now – here’s how to plant bare-root roses

Bare-root roses are now ready to plant for a riot of colour next year....

How to help garden wildlife hunker down for winter

It may have been a mild autumn, but as soon as temperatures drop, wildlife...

4 tips for recycling your autumn leaves into a rich leafmould mulch

As you’re raking leaves off your lawn, beds and borders, don’t consign them to...

Top tips for solo travellers: Embrace the world with confidence

Solo travel has become increasingly popular as more people seek the freedom and thrill...

Transform your nest box into a winter roost

With autumn in full swing, now is the perfect time to take down your...

10 Surprising Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been a staple in kitchens for centuries, known for...

Halloween pumpkins – how to grow your own

It’s Halloween season, when pumpkins are carved to make all sorts of spooky shapes...

These Japanese maples will bring a world of autumnal colour to your garden

Japanese maples can boost the autumnal palette of your garden, with burnt orange, zingy...

Have you got your ‘digital legacy’ ready to pass on to loved ones?

When people think about getting their financial affairs in order, so they can pass...

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