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Why is my rain chain not working? 4 expert solutions to this common problem
Experts explain the common reasons for a rain chain not working efficiently, and offer these easy home solutions
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Best pet-safe indoor plants – 10 house plants to keep your furry friends safe
Provide a green and leafy, animal-friendly home with our top ten pet-safe indoor plants
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to grow horseradish
Learn how to grow horseradish and delight family and friends with this spicy root
By Holly Reaney • Published
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Best indoor flowering plants – 10 pretty blooms to grow
Brighten your home year-round with our pick of the top indoor flowering plants
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to winterize lavender
Learn how to winterize lavender shrubs and protect them from the harsh winter weather with these expert tips
By Holly Reaney • Published
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Cat safe indoor plants – 10 feline-friendly plants to grow
Love plants but have feline friends at home too? These cat safe indoor plants give you instant style and peace of mind
By Jill Morgan • Published
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Best bulbs for Christmas flowering – 6 blooms to spread joy
These are the best bulbs for Christmas flowering and are sure to spread joy this festive season
By Holly Reaney • Published
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Tropical plants – 10 exotics that grow happily indoors
These are the best tropical indoor plants that thrive inside your home
By Jill Morgan • Last updated
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Best indoor plants – 10 top plants to grow at home
These are the best indoor plants to bring the interior of your home alive
By Jill Morgan • Last updated
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How to prune lilac
Discover how to prune lilac to keep it look great and flowering every year
By Holly Reaney • Last updated
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Thanksgiving cactus vs Christmas cactus – what is the difference? Experts discuss
The holidays are unmistakably different – but how distinct are the plants? These are biggest contrasts to look out for
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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How to winterize roses – to ensure they bloom every year
Discover how to winterize roses to protect them from the harsh weather and keep them blooming year after year
By Holly Reaney • Published
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When to plant fruit trees
Enjoy delicious homegrown produce with our expert guide on when to plant fruit trees
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to force bulbs indoors for Christmas
Learn how to force bulbs indoors for Christmas and have beautiful blooms during the coldest time of the year
By Holly Reaney • Published
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How to winterize a lawn – 7 steps for lush grass year round
Help your lawn to overwinter and reap the rewards with thick, green grass from spring through fall
By Madison Moulton • Published
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How to overwinter pepper plants
Work out how to overwinter pepper plants for early crops next year
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to make a winter centerpiece – using white flowers for a beautiful table display
Philippa Craddock shares how to construct this delicate display with winter flowers
By Andrea Childs • Published
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When to plant apple trees
Our expert guide will help you learn everything you need to about when to plant apple trees for a bumper, healthy crop
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to get rid of foxes
Discover how to get rid of foxes in your yard to keep pets safe and to minimize damage
By Lucy Searle • Published
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How to get rid of ladybugs in your house – expert methods for quick success
Dealing with ladybugs is unlike any other insect control – here's what the experts suggest when faced with the creature this winter
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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When to harvest Brussels sprouts
Unsure when to harvest Brussel Sprouts? Follow our simple guide to picking this tasty seasonal crop
By Jill Morgan • Published
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When to fertilize Christmas cactus
Know when to fertilize Christmas cactus and fill your home with winter color
By Jill Morgan • Published
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How to care for elephant ears – tips for growing colocasia
Follow these tips for how to care for elephant ears if growing them in the backyard or as a house plant
By Rachel Crow • Last updated
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This is the single most impactful way to elevate your curb appeal – says HGTV’s John Gidding
The expert's tip will 'imply the right things about the rest of your house' – and it's simple and cost-effective, too
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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How to overwinter elephant ears
Learn how to overwinter elephant ears so you can enjoy these spectacular but tender plants year-on-year
By Jill Morgan • Published
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I installed a rain chain to collect rainwater, and will never water my plants with tap water again
I finally tried out a rain chain and my plants have never looked better
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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How to propagate a Christmas cactus – expert tips to duplicate these festive hints of color
Given that they make the ideal colorful Christmas gift, learning how to propagate a Christmas cactus adds the perfect homegrown touch
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Fall planter ideas – 15 looks for seasonal containers
Embrace the changing season with fall planter ideas that will bring color to your garden and handle the cold
By Ailis Brennan • Published
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The 6 must-have essentials I keep in my plant care kit – here's why you should have them too
I would never live without these six plant care essentials in my home if I want my plants to survive and thrive
By Chiana Dickson • Published