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How to protect your Christmas tree from underfloor heating – 3 things you need to do if you don't want it dropping all its needles in a week

See it through December!

Ideal Home · Nov 27, 2025

Experts warn real Christmas tree buyers to do this one thing as soon as they get their tree home – it's 'crucial' if you want it to survive the festive season

It's a simple trick!

Ideal Home · Nov 24, 2025

5 showstopping flowering trees for small gardens – enjoy beautiful spring and summertime displays, even in the tiniest spaces

Petite cherries, unusual magnolias and more

Ideal Home · Oct 18, 2025

When to cut back evergreen shrubs – garden experts say this is when you should be trimming them

Here's how to get your timings right

Ideal Home · Aug 19, 2024

How to take cuttings from roses: propagation tips for growing new plants for free

Gardening experts share their advice on how to take cuttings from roses, depending on the season

Woman & Home · Aug 3, 2024

What to prune in July – experts reveal which plants you should give the chop for summer

These are the plants that need your attention this month

Ideal Home · Jul 3, 2024

How to prune olive trees - experts share their top tips to keep your olive tree thriving

Give your olive tree the opportunity to live its best life by following the expert's pruning advice

Ideal Home · Jun 19, 2024

6 plants gardening experts say you should never grow from seed – and what to do instead

You're better off skipping the seed packet on these

Ideal Home · Apr 27, 2024

How to protect an olive tree in winter – and the best way to wrap it before temperatures drop

Keep your olive tree warm and snug this winter

Ideal Home · Oct 25, 2023