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I'm a garden expert and these are the strawberry companion plants that'll double your crops this summer

Give your strawberry patch a boost with the organic power of companion planting

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Pinching out your plants will bag you more harvests and flowers than ever before – and it's a really simple technique

We're exploring what 'pinching out' means, and how to get it right

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Is banquette seating replacing the kitchen island? Here's why this café-inspired look is trending in 2025

The whole family will be fighting for the bench seat

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The stains practically vanish!

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Cath Kidston's patio garden is an oasis of tall herbs and flowering perennials – here's how to get the look

It's perfect for small gardens, too

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Habitat is selling the perfect lookalike for IKEA’s stylish garden furniture set – and it’s £870 cheaper!

IKEA's HAVSTEN outdoor furniture is sleek and stylish but not cheap by any means – but we've found an alternative

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I had to do a double take when I spotted these designer-look H&M homeware buys in store

The expensive looking homeware items to snap up at H&M right now

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6 of the best cottage garden plants you can add to your garden now to nail the cottagecore look this summer

Nothing says quintessential romance like these flowers

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This superhero flower could help you tackle a secret plant killer in your garden — it's the ultimate natural pest deterrent

I'll never garden without it again

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Prue Leith's three-tier lazy Susan is the star of her kitchen — it's the ultimate storage solution and easy to recreate

Go big or go home...

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5 jobs to do in a vegetable garden in February to guarantee a year of strong, healthy crops

Your most productive vegetable garden yet? Right this way...

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A robot vacuum with legs?! This new release has become the world’s first to offer ‘a truly hands-free’ approach to cleaning — and I’m already impressed

I’m a vacuum expert, and this is the first time I’ve ever seen anything quite like this

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What is crop rotation? The secret expert gardeners use to guarantee a successful bumper crop of vegetables every year

It's the key to vegetable garden success

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How to get rid of dust — 7 easy tricks that'll leave your home spotless and prevent future build-up, according to cleaning experts

Say hello to a dust-free home

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How to grow a Christmas tree from a cutting — 5 simple steps to a free Christmas tree

Simon Akeroyd's expert advice

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Winter composting hacks – 6 ways to accelerate a compost pile and fill your garden beds for free next spring

Don’t let the colder temperatures slow down your composting efforts

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How to put a duvet cover on – the quick, easy, and expert-approved 'inside-out' and 'burrito' methods explained

Here's how to change a duvet cover with minimal fuss – a step-by-step guide

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How to use a cloche in a garden to protect your plants over winter, according to experts

The science behind them is fascinating – and they can work wonders in your outdoor space

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Should I cover raised beds in winter? Why so many experts agree that covering your soil could give your garden the boost it needs

Is covering raised beds in winter worth it?

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Ideal Home Bedroom Award winners 2024 - as chosen by our panel of expert judges

Meet the winners

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How to soundscape a garden – 8 ways to create a peaceful sanctuary

Whether you're looking to mask noises from a neighbouring road or property or simply want to create some relaxing vibes, here's how...

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How to attract frogs to your garden – 5 ways to encourage amphibians to get rid of slugs and snails

Frogs will help to keep slugs and snails from devastating your garden borders

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From sports to blockbusters, our editor shares her tips to turn a night in front of the TV into a hosting win

Play host to this summer’s biggest moments

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What's best to keep slugs away? The Ideal Home share their tried-and-tested products and methods

From copper tape to coffee grounds, here's our pick of the very best ways to keep slugs at bay

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I've been searching for a family shoe storage solution that actually works for years, and this £35 buy is the answer

I've said goodbye to the understairs cupboard of my nightmares

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