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A wetting agent can revive and protect even the driest lawns – here's how it could benefit your garden

How lawn wetting agents work, and when to use one

Ideal Home · Aug 11, 2025

How to revive a lawn after a paddling pool has been on it – expert tips to get rid of brown, slimy grass in just a few weeks

Go for a splash with peace of mind

Ideal Home · Jul 27, 2025

Garden experts want you to bury this fruit bowl staple in your roses this July for brighter, bolder flowers in autumn

Your roses will thank you for it

Ideal Home · Jul 22, 2025

This watering pan test could help you figure out how much water your lawn needs – here's how it works

Think of it as a free watering indicator...

Ideal Home · May 14, 2025

3 colours to avoid when painting window frames – experts say they might draw the eye, but not in a good way

These are the colours to avoid if you want to transform your window frames from drab to dazzling

Ideal Home · May 13, 2025

Building a porch could transform the entrance to your home — here’s how to get it right

From design options to costs and whether you can DIY, this is what you need to know

Ideal Home · May 5, 2025

6 things you shouldn’t keep on your porch to avoid any security risks, damage or bad first impressions

What has no place on porch? Experts reveal the items that are best kept and stored elsewhere

Ideal Home · May 1, 2025

This secret gardening ingredient could be the key to stronger rose plants – and even more flowers

Is mycorrhizal fungi worth it? We spoke to the experts to find out...

Ideal Home · Apr 28, 2025

The 8 things you didn't know you could pressure wash and how to clean them the right way, according to experts

Pressure washers are great for patios, but what else can you wash with them?

Ideal Home · Apr 21, 2025

How much to spend on a lawn mower – the ideal price range for small, medium and large gardens

I checked in with home improvement experts to find out

Ideal Home · Apr 14, 2025