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'You'll never need to buy onions again' – expert shows how to grow the essential ingredient using leftovers

Growing your own produce has never been easier

Woman & Home · Sep 1

Fancy growing thyme for free? Expert shows how to grow the fragrant herb from a supermarket cutting

Whether it’s for scented oils or you’re looking to use it in soups, stews and more in the autumn, you can grow all the thyme you need at zero cost

Woman & Home · Aug 26

This clever pencil trick will help you prioritise your plants during a hosepipe ban

Save time and effort with this simple method by determining which plants need watering and which ones can go without

Woman & Home · Aug 10

Keep your plants hydrated during the heatwave with this genius DIY irrigation trick

Don't have time to be out in the garden every day this week? This DIY will take the stress out of watering your plants in the hot weather

Woman & Home · Jun 21

This easy weed-killing trick is perfect for tackling stubborn paving problems – without using chemicals or tools

It's free and completely natural; this weed-killing method can clear your garden pavement without one single chemical

Woman & Home · Jun 18

Unusual gardening hacks to save time and money

Gardener, author and influencer Simon Akeroyd offers alternative tips.

The Independent UK · Apr 21

How to prune properly in early spring – protect your plants while it's still cold with this expert-approved method so your garden thrives in the months to come

Pruning can feel overwhelming, but with some simple kit and a little know-how, you can enjoy a productive and beautiful garden in the year ahead

Ideal Home · Mar 21

Gardening expert shares the easiest way to prepare your flower beds and banish weeds this spring

Make life easier in your yard with this soil-preparation hack that helps prevent weeds.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 20

Don't throw them out — banana skins make the ideal garden fertilizer with this 2-step recipe

Bananas are great for your own health, but they're also great for your garden, too. With this simple 2-step method, you could help your plants grow while saving yourself money on fertilizer.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 11, 2025

Are you ready for a gross gardening hack? Discover how taking a pee can power up your plants

How your wee can help your garden flourish — and it's been tried and tested by a garden expert.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 10, 2025