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In our quest for reducing food waste and exploring sustainable culinary practices, it’s time...

Clever uses for strawberry hulls and fruit peelings

If you have dental floss gathering dust in your medicine cabinet, fear not –...

Clever uses for dental floss

With temperatures rising, it’s hard to keep ourselves cool – never mind our four-legged...

How to take care of pets in the heat

So, summer’s here and many gardeners will no doubt be reaching for the watering...

The dos and don’ts of looking after your garden in a heatwave
Top tips to prevent insect bites and stings

Ah, the beautiful British summer. Long sunny days, picnics in the park, and unfortunately,...

Tips to prevent your luggage getting lost on holiday

If you’ve found yourself staring at an empty baggage carousel when all the other...

Peppermint essential oil and its many uses

If you only thought that peppermint was good for freshening breath then you’ll be...

Weird and wonderful tips to eradicate pests in the garden!

Slug pellets can no longer be sold or used in the UK, as of...

7 essential foot care tips for a blissful summer

As the summer sun shines bright, it’s time to kick off those shoes and...

7 tips for looking after your dog in the hot weather

While the consistently warm weather may be good news for sunseekers, for dogs, it...

The importance of providing water for garden birds during summer

As the summer sun beams down, it brings with it soaring temperatures and dry...

The pests you really don’t want invading your garden and how to deter them

As responsible gardeners with positive attitudes to insects and biodiversity, it’s a bitter pill...

What’s wrong with my roses?

It’s peak rose season, when the beautiful blooms of our favourite flowers should be...

Clever uses for ice cube trays

We all have one or two ice cube trays lurking in our freezers, but...

10 minute tutorial: An easy Peony flower arrangement

Are your peonies in flower in the garden? In this 10-minute tutorial, our florist...

Top tips for weed control without chemicals

Weeds are plants that grow in unwanted areas and can compete with desirable plants...

These expert airport tips could save money this summer holiday

Whether you’re going away for this summer, or planning a sun-soaked trip further down...

Silversurfers Book Club Summer 2023

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

Top tips to avoid garden injuries

As the weather warms up, jobs in the garden seem endless, from weeding out...

8 home repair jobs to tackle quickly – before they cost you a fortune

A quarter of homeowners admit they’re trying to avoid spending money on fixing, servicing...

10 alternative ways to repurpose newspapers

From gift wrapping with a vintage twist to ripening fruits and controlling weeds, discover...

Peter’s Gardening tips for June

The weather has been very mixed for the past month with lots of rain...

The best scented plants to enhance your balmy summer evenings

Now that many of us have given our barbecues an airing and are enjoying...

The best healthy treats for dogs

As devoted pet owners, we strive to provide our furry companions with the best...

7 sustainable uses for old compost and potting soil

Gardening enthusiasts and eco-conscious individuals often find themselves with a surplus of old compost...

How to avoid over-spending on holiday

You’ve scrimped and saved for that special summer trip, but as soon as you’ve...

How to encourage green-fingered kids

Half-term beckons and with that, the urge to get your children into the garden,...

How gardeners can alleviate hay fever symptoms

Gardeners who suffer from hay fever are well aware of the sneezing, sore eyes...

How to make your own plant food

This season, boost your indoor and outdoor plants and save money by making your...

Highlights and trends from RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023: sustainability, wildlife and weeds

Gardens featuring more weeds and less formality have taken centre stage at this year’s...

5 unusual uses for peanut butter

While peanut butter is commonly associated with sandwiches and snacks, it possesses a surprising...

Create floral magic with alliums from your garden

Join our talented florist, Kim Shaw, as she guides us through the art of...

Hanging basket masterclass: Here’s how to make the best flower display in easy 8 steps

So often my hanging baskets end up looking lacklustre and forlorn, with gaps where...

What would the book title of your memoirs be?

Have you ever thought about the impact your life could have on future generations...

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