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Two years on from my review of Ninja’s Woodfire Outdoor Oven
Almost exactly two years ago I got my hands on the Ninja Woodfire Electric Outdoor Oven (was £349.99, now £299.99…
6 sustainable garden ideas to support wildlife and our planet
For me, sustainability is at the very heart of gardening. Our earth is, quite literally, at the very crux of…
Why is my hydrangea not growing – and what to do to fix it
Every year your hydrangea shows it’s starting to wake up around now and then gives you months of beautiful blooms…
7 seeds to sow directly outdoors in May for summer flowers
Filling garden borders and containers with flowers and plants bought from the garden centre can be pricey, and while growing…
5 things people with lovely-smelling gardens always have
Have you ever stepped into a friend or family member’s garden and been wowed by how lovely it smells? Well,…
Garden experts issue warning against three-cornered garlic
Homeowners are being warned to look out for an invasive plant that looks similar to snowdrops and wild garlic this…
5 reasons why your peonies aren’t blooming – and the simple fixes pro gardeners swear by
There are plenty of reasons why your peonies aren’t blooming. While peonies make beautiful bushy shrubs, nobody plants them for…
The low-maintenance shrub replacing hydrangeas this summer
Sorry hydrangeas, there’s a new shrub in town. Gardening experts are recommending viburnum varieties as a low-maintenance alternative to hydrangeas…
5 unusual things you should never put in a compost bin
Garden experts have revealed five things you should never put in a compost bin, following new recycling guidelines that have…
This style of metal outdoor furniture mimics a wooden look
Al fresco living is all about enjoying the few warm and sunny days we get in the year. And the…
My neighbour said our tree blocked her light – expert advice
Let’s face it, everyone wants to avoid neighbour disputes, especially when you actually like the people you live next door…
How to make an overlooked front garden feel private
Whether it’s neighbours peering in, constant foot traffic, or simply feeling a little too ‘on display’, it can be difficult…