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Experts suggest certain varieties of bamboo are as invasive as the infamous Japanese knotweed....

Watch out for invasive garden plants – and think about easier alternatives

Treats are a great way to show affection and reinforce good behaviour in your...

Make your own dog treats

Don’t throw away the skin – put it to good use instead!  Here are...

Clever uses for banana skins

Owning a dog can add structure, purpose and companionship to our lives as we...

The best companion dogs for over 50s
Can rosemary oil really boost your hair growth?

Want thick, healthy hair? Well, if TikTok’s latest beauty craze is anything to go...

6 Things to consider when downsizing your home

Whether your children have flown the nest or you’re hoping to simplify your lifestyle,...

Paul Merton and Suki Webster on why we should all try a motorhome staycation

Paul Merton won’t be sharing his deadpan humour on Instagram any time soon. He...

How to dry and press your Valentine’s Day flowers

If you want to keep those gorgeous Valentine’s blooms gifted to you by someone...

Veg to grow in hot summers and cold winters

As we experience ever-increasingly extremes in temperature, it’s important to carefully consider what types...

Ageing in place – the new downsizing

The children have flown the nest, they have families of their own and you...

10 places to see dazzling drifts of snowdrops this February

They are often the first optimistic signs to emerge from the winter gloom –...

6 tough plants for tough places

Are you struggling to fill awkward damp patches in winter, or dry spots in...

The best gifts to give for Valentines day

With Valentine’s day almost upon us, we’ve picked the best gifts for all budgets...

8 ways to use less water around the house as prices are set to rise

With the cost-of-living crisis impacting us more, many households in England and Wales will...

How to save money on your weekly food shop – according to a finance expert

Shoppers face an extra £788 on their annual grocery bill because of grocery price...

Inspiration from Europe’s leading gardens and gardeners 

We may still be in the depths of winter, but in eager anticipation of...

Peter’s Gardening Tips for February

This is the month the Gallanthophiles have been waiting for almost a year –...

Clever uses for a bar of soap

The humble bar of soap is an inexpensive essential you can find in nearly...

How to help bees survive extreme weather

Freezing cold snaps and flooding in winter followed by long, sweltering summers, don’t only...

How to keep your potted Valentine’s rose blooming

A dozen red roses may be a gesture of love in the short term, ...

Does face massage make a difference to your skin?

Alongside the rise of ‘skintellectuals’, with their carefully curated skincare collections and endless thirst...

What is wrong with my orchid?

Is that elegant orchid you bought recently looking tired? It may be that the...

Cleaning tips and decluttering hacks for a pre-spring refresh

It can’t have escaped your notice that it’s a little lighter in the mornings...

Do you have treasures hiding in your loft?

They say one person’s trash is another one’s treasure, and your loft could well...

Clever uses for mismatched socks

Don’t throw lone socks away when you can’t find their match – there are...

Nick Hamilton: What my gardening legend dad Geoff taught me

With the cost-of-living crisis still very much with us, horticulturist Nick Hamilton feels lucky...

Clever uses for Zoflora

Founded in 1922, Zoflora’s famous concentrated disinfectant has been a staple for households for...

Is it a mistake to store perfume in the bathroom?

A TikTok video has gone viral after an influencer highlighted a common error that...

Silversurfers Book Club Winter 2023

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

Clever uses for rice

Inexpensive, filling and delicious – rice is a staple of households around the world....

How gardeners can boost wildlife and help threatened species

Boosting wildlife, reducing carbon footprints and becoming ‘biodiversity positive’ are all part of the...

Clever uses for onions

Onions are incredibly versatile – and not just for cooking!  Here’s a few clever...

How effective is wool in the garden?

With an eye on sustainability, wool is increasingly being seen as a viable ingredient...

A beginner’s guide to growing potatoes

Potatoes are among the easiest veg to grow for newcomers – and the start...

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