24 h. ago Peonies grow bigger and brighter blooms if gardeners do one task now

If you're planting pretty pink peonies in your garden in time for summer don't miss out on this expert tip to help your beautiful flowers grow faster and healthier

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31 h. ago Can you find the bee in the garden full of flowers in beautiful optical illusion in under 10 seconds?

Love flowers? Then you're in for a treat-well, sort of. We're not handing out bouquets today, but we are challenging your eyes with a vibrant visual puzzle.

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44 h. ago Only people with eyes like a hawk can spot odd word in sea of letters in seconds

An optical illusion puzzle is challenging people to find the word "date" in a sea of letters, and according to Freshers Live, only two of people are able to spot it

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3 d. ago I’m obsessed with coastal wildflowers: they look so delicate but thrive in tough conditions

From the rock sea-spurrey, which appears to grow out of solid rock, to the slender centaury that lives on a landslip, these plants exist where they do for good reasonI first encountered coastal wildflowers when I was 11. I was visiting my grandmother’s friend in Devon and a lady said: “Here, dear,” and dug up a clump of Warren crocuses – a rare plant that, at the time, was only thought to grow in the seaside resort of Dawlish Warren. She gave them to me to grow in my garden at home. But of course they didn’t grow away from the sea.That was when I realised there was something special about coastal wildflowers. They fascinate me because, as well as being beautiful flowers, they often grow in tough locations. Take the rock sea-spurrey: a delicate little plant that appears to grow out of solid rock, such as a crevice in a cliff base. It can put up with being splashed with sea spray and baked by the summer sun. And yet it seems to thrive in that difficult, harsh environment. Continue rea...

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3 d. ago Gardeners warned over invasive plant that's just like Japanese knotweed

These beautiful bushes are known for their delicious smell and glorious flowers, however experts have warned that they are high invasive and can cause severe damage to your home

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7 d. ago What the first animal you see in this optical illusion says about your personality

Are you courageous or playful? Creative or kind? Loyal or wise? Take on the challenge to find out.

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9 d. ago Do you see a duck or a rabbit? Scientists reveal what your answer to the popular optical illusion REALLY says about you

Does this optical illusion show a rabbit and then a duck, a duck and then a rabbit, only one of the two, or neither of them? According to a new study, your answer says a lot about your personality.

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1 week ago Homeowner sent into a frenzy after spotting optical illusion on coffee table... but can you see the mistake?

After thoroughly cleaning her home, one woman was left with a sparkling coffee table - as well as a new annoyance every time she looks at it.

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2 w. ago Now you see it: Eric Kogan’s everyday urban illusions – in pictures

New York-based photographer Eric Kogan uses shadows, reflections and fortuitous timing in order to create optical illusions in his work. “It’s more of a life’s journey than a project,” he says, “but if I had to describe it, it’s all about spotting unusual moments in everyday places.” In his daily walks around the city, he keeps an eye out for interesting juxtapositions or humorous framings: a pigeon balancing on a ghostly tree; a cloud caught in a net; statues miraculously coming to life. “At the root it’s about seeing, but maintaining the right state of mind is also everything. I’m hoping the photos will connect with others, and, with each individual, take on personal narratives.”See more at instagram.com/erickogan Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Gardeners urged to plant these seven flowers this spring to attract bees into your garden

It's beneficial to have bees in your garden to help plants reproduce as well as helping the declining bee population

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2 w. ago Prune these three plants in April for a beautiful display of flowers this summer time

Some plants will provide gorgeous blooms later in the year if they're given attention this month

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3 w. ago Aldi's 'lovely' £10 flower lights are a 'beautiful way to brighten up the garden'

Plenty have praised the 'beautiful' items that have arrived in stores this week - but won't be around for long

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3 w. ago Can you spot the hippo hiding among the rhinos in under seven seconds? See the mind

A mind-boggling optical illusion has driven internet users crazy. Can you solve it? 

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3 w. ago People in this profession found to be strangely skilled at spotting optical illusions

Medical image analysis experts have improved ability to disregard irrelevant context, study finds

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3 w. ago People in this medical profession found to be strangely skilled at spotting optical illusions

Medical image analysis experts have improved ability to disregard irrelevant context, study finds

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last month Roses 'spring back to life with huge blooms' after vital March gardening task

Roses are some of the most popular and beautiful flowering shrubs grown, but starting a rose garden may seem daunting to new gardeners

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last month Homeowner's simple hydrangea pruning trick is 'rewarded with big blooms'

Hydrangeas are a fantastic choice for shady borders - creating structure and beautiful late-summer colour with their large flower heads and hugely bold foliage

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