51 m. ago Get bigger strawberries by burying one surprising natural item in the soil

Strawberries require more nitrogen in the spring than most other garden plants. Failure to do this will result in thin and weak stems which will not be strong enough to produce fruit

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10 h. ago Chicken rendang and rasam: Sugen Gopal’s recipes for Malaysian comfort food

A simple, fragrant, restorative soup, plus a chickeny twist on the classic Indonesian-Malay aromatic ‘dry’ curryComfort food means different things to different people, and today’s recipes are what do it for me. Rasam is the dish I crave whenever I’m feeling under the weather, because it gives me a boost. This thin, brothy soup is considered to be very good for digestion, so in Malaysia we often serve it at the end of a meal. Rendang, meanwhile, originated in Indonesia before becoming popular across south-east Asia, and is now particularly associated with Malaysia. It is spicy, sweet and very fragrant, because it features both lemongrass and lime leaves. I learned how to cook it from my mum and auntie back at home in Seremban – Mum’s version uses fresh green chillies, but I also add some dried kashmiri chillies, to give it a darker colour and, in my opinion, a better flavour, too. As with many Malaysian recipes, it all begins by making a kari paste, which you can do well in advance,...

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67 h. ago My new build patio was transformed with Dunelm's bright red parasol

Add some style and brightness to your garden with a bright, patterned parasol this spring

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3 d. ago 13 ordinary houses for sale with extraordinary gardens, including pools, ponds and treehouses

If the glorious late spring weather has you dreaming of a bigger garden, then look no further.

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5 d. ago Paradise Logic by Sophie Kemp review – wild, absurd and wickedly funny

This outrageous skewering of the modern dating landscape confronts toxic masculinity and the contradictions of female desireNearly every page in Sophie Kemp’s debut is smart, jarring and wickedly funny. Set in Brooklyn in 2019, this wild, absurdist take on the millennial novel tracks the adventures of Reality Kahn, a 23-year-old waterslide commercial actor and zine-maker who determines to become “the greatest girlfriend of all time”, after her drug-dealing sex partner, Emil, casually suggests that she gets herself a man. Prior to that point, Reality had just been living her life, no strings attached. “Would having a special guy around really make me happier? Was this the life purpose I was looking for?” A boyfriend, she decides, might “add colour to my life as well as provide intrigue”. And, New York City being “a place where nefarious individuals got ideas”, he could also protect her from “getting raped so much”.Reality’s quest kicks off with a hunt for “intel”. Where do ...

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5 d. ago British artist claims he has created paint in ‘new’ colour announced by scientists

Stuart Semple is selling product for £10,000 (or £29.99 to fellow creatives) – but scientists say hue cannot be replicatedA British artist claims to have replicated in paint a colour that scientists say they discovered by having laser pulses fired into their eyes.Stuart Semple created his own version of the blue-green colour based on the US research published in Science Advances, which he is selling on his website for £10,000 per 150ml jar – or £29.99 if you state you are an artist. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Shoppers rave about smokeless firepit that's 'perfect size for patio' as it's axed by £110

Elevate your garden this spring with a best-selling firepit that's perfect for hosting guests and relaxing with loved ones on long, sunny evenings - and right now, it's £110 less

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6 d. ago Get ready for Love Island return with firepit of your own now £110 less in spring sale

Elevate your garden this spring with a best-selling firepit that's perfect for hosting guests and relaxing with loved ones on long, sunny evenings - and right now, it's £110 less

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7 d. ago Rid your garden of pests with leftovers from your fruit bowl this spring

The parts of your fruit you would normally throw away can be the perfect pest deterrent

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7 d. ago People can be fined £20k for building shed in their garden this spring

As the weather warms up, many homeowners are turning their attention to their gardens - but before you start building that dream summer house or home office, there's something you need to know

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8 d. ago 'Expensive looking' rattan garden furniture becomes Amazon's best seller this spring

"Such a good price I would highly recommend it!'

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8 d. ago Save £150 on 'luxurious' hanging egg chair that's perfect for relaxing on sunny evenings

If you're looking to update your garden furniture this spring, you'll be pleased to know that this 'luxurious and comfortable' egg chair is up for grabs with a whopping £150 off - but you'll need to act fast

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8 d. ago Brit shares controversial tea colour chart with only 'one right answer' for perfect shade

How strong do you have your brew? Brits love their tea, but they can be very particular about how much milk to add to get the perfect strength. Now, a colour chart has divided tea-lovers online

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9 d. ago End of 'White Van Man' as drivers admit to risking extinction for a bit of colour

The old cliche of the 'White Van Man' is dying out, with more tradespeople opting for grey, white and blue vans instead of the classic shade - 'it doesn't need cleaning as much'

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1 week ago Garden buffs can snag luxurious garden egg chair for £150 less in spring sale

The Artemis Home Oakley Double Swing Egg Pod Chair can easily fit two people and is the perfect way to add some comfort and luxury to your garden

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1 week ago Amazon slashes price of Bosch high pressure washer with 'impressive performance' by 26%

Amazon's deal on the Bosch EasyAquatak 110 high pressure washer means you'll save £22 - perfect for garden cleaning jobs this spring and summer

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1 week ago How to prevent and remove mould from your patio this spring according to an expert

As the spring weather comes in, people find themselves using their garden more often. However due to the harsh winter weather and the spring rain mould could be growing on your patio - here is how to get rid of it

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1 week ago Expert shares the top scented plants you need for your garden

Kew Gardens’ Tony Hall reveals what scented plants can do for your garden

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1 week ago Dunelm shoppers praise 'most comfortable' hanging egg chair in 'gorgeous' jade colourway

Dunelm's shopper-favourite Santorini egg chair in a jade colourway is the perfect addition to your garden this spring

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1 week ago Keep cats out of your garden this spring with this 30p common item

This hack will deter the feral felines from prowling in your garden when they are not invited.

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