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You’re likely to be seeing many more spiders around your home at the moment...

7 ways to get spiders out of your house – and expert advice on whether they actually work

With a change in seasons, cue the central heating – and the burning question:...

How to bleed your radiators – and why it’s important

Silica gel packets are small packets containing silica gel, a desiccant that absorbs moisture....

Top 10 uses for silica gel packets

Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start when it comes to...

Which food items are in season this autumn?
Top Ten Uses for Pine Cones

Pine cones, those ubiquitous symbols of the forest, are not only beautiful in their...

Hedge trimming advice with Henchman

Hedges are an excellent way of creating a barrier or boundary while introducing more...

Can you grow a lemon tree from a pip? The beginner gardening questions we all want to ask

Ever wondered whether you could grow a citrus tree from a pip, or revitalise...

Organic September: What actually makes a food organic?

This year marks the 50th anniversary of organic certification in the UK. In 1973,...

Silversurfers Book Club Autumn 2023

Each season we share a selection of popular book titles and new releases which...

Peter’s Gardening Tips for September 2023

September is called the “Seed Scattering” month.  This is a great time for seed...

8 of the coolest plants for shady gardens

The sun may be shining, but if you have a north-facing garden, which has...

Organic September: How do you know if you are really gardening organically?

Gardeners have long been ditching chemical pesticides, fertilisers and different types of compost in...

Top tips for cleaning your BBQ at the end of Summer

As the sun sets on another memorable summer, there’s a final culinary hurrah that...

How do you get over losing a pet?

TV vet Dr James Greenwood knows better than most how hard it is when...

5 clever ways to reuse foil containers

Few items hold the potential for creative transformation quite like foil containers. These versatile...

What you really need to do in autumn to keep your lawn in shape

Lawns may not be looking as brown as they did this time last year,...

Ways to be less wasteful in the garden

As you start your great garden clear-up at the end of summer, spare a...

How to force bulbs to flower at Christmas

It may seem a long time until Christmas, but if you want beautifully scented...

Top summer picks from Boots, plus unlock the perks of Over 60s Rewards! 

Have you heard about Over 60s Rewards from Boots Advantage Card yet? Become a...

5 ornamental grasses to add movement to your garden

As summer continues, ornamental grasses come into their own, providing a contrast of textures,...

5 veg you can still sow in summer

If you think you only sow vegetable seeds in spring, think again. You can...

Tips and tricks to preserve your harvest

Anyone who grows fruit and vegetables should now be reaping the rewards of their...

Surprising foods you didn’t know you could freeze – and how they could help you save money

Food isn’t cheap right now, and keeping food fresh to get the most out...

Susannah Constantine on how to save money and energy on your laundry

She’s famed for her forthright style tips, but Susannah Constantine is taking clothing advice...

14 clever uses for everyday household items

Discover some new uses for everyday items that are easy to do, low in cost...

Why have the birds disappeared from my garden?

You’ve filled your birdfeeders and topped up your birdbaths, yet many of our fine...

Peter’s Gardening tips for August

The garden is looking very green and lush compared to this time last year;...

10 Clever uses for cupcake cases

Cupcake cases, also known as cupcake liners or baking cups, are small, colorful paper...

The most unhygienic things in your kitchen revealed – and how to get them clean

It’s likely there are countless things in your kitchen which look clean, but actually,...

How to bring a touch of the Mediterranean to your garden

The heatwave may still be unbearable in some parts of southern Europe – but...

Clever uses for fabric conditioner

Fabric conditioner, or fabric softener, is a household item that has plenty of clever...

How to create a kitchen herb garden

Want some mint in your mojito, torn basil leaves on your tomato salad or...

Why does my washing machine smell so bad?

It’s one of the great ironies of life: we put dirty laundry in the...

Alan Titchmarsh warns against rewilding, but how can you boost biodiversity in your garden?

Letting manicured domestic gardens get back to nature through rewilding has become increasingly popular...

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