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What to feed roses in April for more flowers – experts say you must do this task now for an abundant flush of blooms

Don't skip this important job

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Lidl is selling the chicest garden parasol for under £15 – it could easily be mistaken for this £70 John Lewis alternative

Give your garden a glow-up on a budget

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Denise Welch slams London council for failing to collect her son’s bins – this is what you *actually* should do if your bin isn’t collected

Everything you need to know about 'Bin-gate'

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This one reason is why I had to pay three times as much as I wanted to replace the windows in my home, but it turns out it was the right decision

But it turns out it was the right decision

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These 7 shade-loving perennials will instantly lift a dull, dark garden – they'll create a colourful haven where nothing else will grow

Liven up your garden's light-starved spaces with these shade-loving plants

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Dunelm is selling a space-saving laundry basket that is perfect for small homes – this one clever feature sets it apart from the rest

It will make you rethink how you do your laundry

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Habitat has just dropped the price of its bestselling sofa bed to under £180 – I'm not surprised colourways are selling out fast

This space-saving design is perfect for smaller homes

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Finally! Shark has released an auto-empty cordless vacuum cleaner suitable for smaller homes – and it’s a game-changer for pet owners

It's a game-changer for pet owners

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I’ve developed a very simple system to edit out the stuff in my home – why a cardboard box is my secret weapon to a clutter free and orderly home

It’s straight forward, effective and takes very little time

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If I was buying a garden dining set this year, this stylish, space-saving Dunelm design would be the one I’d get – it takes up minimal space and seats 8 people!

It’s my top recommendation for any small garden

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John Lewis has slashed the price of some of its best-rated garden furniture – 6 picks you don’t want to miss

Grab a bargain before the sun comes out

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'Plug-in' solar panels could be available in shops and supermarkets within months as part of government push to cut energy bills

'Plug-in' solar panels could be available in shops within months

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5 messy things that guests always notice in your bathroom – and the clever storage essentials you can use to hide them from nosy visitors

How to host in (clutter-free) style

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6 things you'll always find in a country-style hallway – give your home's entrance way a cosy rural look, no matter the size (or location)

These key ingredients will give your home's entrance way a cosy rural look

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I’m on a mission to make my garden look both colourful and stylish – 6 pieces I’d choose from the Sophie Robinson x Dunelm collection to do it

Add a vibrant burst of colour to your garden

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3 things people with low energy bills always have — side-step potential price rises and avoid wasting energy by trying them in your own home

Side-step potential price rises and avoid wasting energy by trying them in your own home

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How I approach decorating my hallway and landing – life's too short for boring thoroughfares so I've made these spaces destinations in their own right

Mind the gap – the great divide between the hallway and landing (and how I decorate both)

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These are the colour combinations dating your home in 2026 – and they have one thing in common

And experts reveal the colour pairings replacing them this year

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How to straighten lawn edges for a perfectly manicured lawn – 4 simple steps that any gardener can master

It can make a *huge* difference

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8 wildflowers that thrive in the shade and will transform your outdoor space into a glorious cottage garden

Don't let a dark garden ruin your cottage garden dreams

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De'Longhi's 'effortless' Eletta coffee machine amazed our reviewer when she tried it – now they've released a new version which somehow looks even better

But shhh, it's super quiet

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Thought the arrival of spring meant you could forget about your boiler for a bit? Me too — but the experts told me that now is actually the ideal time to give it some TLC

Me too — but the experts told me that now is actually the ideal time to give it some TLC

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I tried this clever drill attachment for distressing furniture to get that high-end rustic look – and now I only buy second-hand

This is essential for upcycling furniture

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The simple fence rules that can prevent awkward neighbour disputes – experts share the dos and don'ts so you don't get into legal hot water

Ignoring them could be legally risky

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Floating vanities are the small bathroom storage hero I'm backing this year – it's the easiest way to add organisation to a compact space

It's the secret to a more spacious scheme

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