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Even the keenest environmentalist can sometimes get caught out. On the days when you’re...

Things you didn’t know you can actually recycle

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

Silversurfers Book Club Spring 2023

Your kitchen pantry is full of ingredients you can use to fertilise your garden...

Natural fertilisers you can find in the kitchen

When you’re digging up those annoying dandelions from your lawn, it might be worth...

Why you shouldn’t always dig up weeds
Car Finance or Personal Loan – Which is Best for You?

With many people struggling to afford their own vehicle, many consumers will be looking...

Cherish your weeds!

Why appreciate weeds, you ask? It’s because some weeds are actually beneficial for us...

Easter eggs: a real hazard for pets

A salutary tale of how Bruce the labradoodle had to be taken for emergency...

10 Clever ways to save money on skincare

Taking care of your skin is essential for maintaining a healthy and youthful appearance....

4 ways to meet new people in your 50s and beyond

As we age, it can become more difficult to meet new people and make...

6 unusual uses for Vaseline

Most people associate Vaseline with moisturising dry skin or preventing chapped lips. However, this...

7 dog-friendly gardens to visit this spring

If you want to visit some open gardens this spring and at Easter, but...

How to learn to love the ugly bugs in your garden

Bees and butterflies always get plenty of attention in the garden – but what...

Incredible blossom show coming this April

Cold snaps, wind, and snow have delayed spring blossom across most of the UK...

15 unexpected uses for WD40

While most people know it as a product that can be used to lubricate...

6 reasons to ditch plastic bottles and try a shampoo bar

One of the biggest hair trends of 2023 isn’t a celebrity-inspired cut or TikTok-famous...

The Wildlife Trusts and RHS call on gardeners to bring their lawns to life

The Wildlife Trusts and Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) are calling on gardeners to reimagine...

Top 15 uses for natural yoghurt

Natural yoghurt is a versatile and healthy ingredient that can be used in a...

10 toxic substances you should be aware of for National Pet Poison Awareness Month

As a pet owner, it is important to be aware of the potential toxins...

How often should you actually wash your bed sheets?

Let’s be honest, washing your bed sheets is up there with the most annoying...

Clever uses for aluminium foil

Versatile, inexpensive and recyclable, aluminium foil is a kitchen essential all over the world....

5 of the best apps and podcasts for new gardeners

If you’re new to gardening, handy apps and podcasts can help nurture your skills....

Could leftover coffee, tea and other drinks feed your plants?

If you’re prone to drinking half a cup of coffee and pouring the rest...

10 minute tutorial: Easy tulip flower arrangement

Florist Kim Shaw is an expert at creating stunning flower arrangements; in this quick...

Top tips for slug control without chemicals

Slugs are a common garden pest that can cause damage to plants, fruits, and...

Clever uses for coffee grounds

Next time you brew a cup of coffee, don’t throw away the grounds –...

How to make the switch to natural cleaning products at home

If a proper spring clean is on your to-do list, chances are you’re having...

World Wildlife Day: 7 ways gardeners can make a difference

You may think you can’t really make a difference when it comes to helping...

Do you struggle to get in and out of your bath?

As we get older and less mobile, our home becomes even more important to...

Peter’s Gardening tips for March

We have seen some warmer weather recently and our gardens are beckoning us to...

6 unusual herbs to grow this year

Want to branch out from your regular home-grown mint, parsley and thyme? Gardening expert...

How to grow leeks in celebration of St David’s Day

St David’s Day is a timely moment for gardeners to celebrate by growing leeks,...

Clever uses for shampoo

Shampoo isn’t just useful for washing your hair – it’s a versatile product that can...

5 of the best fruit trees to grow in pots

When you think of fruit trees, do you imagine great orchards heavy with the...

Top 10 uses for fresh ginger

Aromatic and spicy, ginger is as good for you as it tastes. From marinades...

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