34 h. ago Homeowners warned of four garden plants that could seriously harm house price

A beautiful garden can add as much as 15% to the value of your home - but some plants can cause thousands of pounds worth of damage and even land you in legal trouble

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39 h. ago Abundant acorns, conkers and berries likely this autumn, National Trust says

The recent rain has put the brakes on a ‘false autumn’ after fears the hot, dry conditions of summer might cause plants stress.

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3 d. ago Gardeners warned over 7 pruning mistakes it's vital to avoid during autumn

Pruning is a popular task for gardeners but experts warn against making these easy mistakes which can potentially damage your plant or leave them vulnerable to disease

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5 d. ago Storm Amy warning to secure 8 dangerous garden items now ahead of 100mph gales

With a 'danger to life' warning, homeowners are being urged to secure any loose items outside their homes.

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7 d. ago Gardeners warned over common mistake that could kill plants in heavy rain

As the UK is set to be hit by heavy rain and strong winds this weekend, gardeners are being warned about a common mistake that could kill their plants and here's how to avoid that

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8 d. ago Shoppers save 25% on 'robust' garden storage ahead of weather warning this weekend

Gardeners should act now to store things away before the remnants of Hurricane Humberto sweep in

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8 d. ago UK gardening expert warns of risks to potted plants from heavy rainfall

A gardening expert has warned Brits that leaving potted plants on the ground during storms could suffocate the roots and lead to severe damage or even kill the plants

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9 d. ago Warning issued to anyone with robins in garden — 'never do it'

Robins are the UK's favourite bird, so it's natural that amateur bird watchers would target robins with their food support. But there are some things you should never leave out

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9 d. ago Molly Mae Hague’s ‘laughable and excessive’ team BANS any mention of her fiance Tommy Fury at her events

MOLLY Mae’s team has banned any mention of her fiance and baby daddy Tommy Fury at her public events. Staff working at her L'Oreal pop-up in London's Covent Garden over the weekend were repeatedly warned not to mention her on/off partner if they crossed paths with her during the day. During the event the influencer,...

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1 week ago Parasite warning as dogs face 4 major dangers in the garden this autumn

From lungworm to mould poisoning, the garden holds many risks for pet pups this season.

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1 week ago Gardeners warned about common plant that can cause 'significant risk' in autumn

It may have lost its summer flowers, but the highly toxic plant remains a significant threat in autumn - and can cause severe burns and even blindness

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1 week ago 'People told me Capri would be wonderful in September but reality was wild'

It seems that even in the sunny September, you can't escape the rain in Italy. One man chronicled his experience in Capri, which didn't quite go to plan in the deluge

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1 week ago Sam Kiley: The global South is paying for climate change they didn’t cause

The global South is paying the price for climate change they didn't cause, World Affairs Editor Sam Kiley told The Independent’s Climate 100 event on Tuesday (22 September), marking the launch of the 2025 Climate 100.

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2 w. ago Man guilty of trying to assassinate Donald Trump stabs himself in neck in courtroom chaos

Ryan Routh, 59, pointed a rifle through a fence as Trump played golf in West Palm Beach, Florida, last September but told a court that he did not intend to kill the President

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2 w. ago Japanese knotweed is easier to spot from this month as householders warned 'triple check the garden'

More than 13,000 Brits admit they have no idea what the devastating plant looks like

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2 w. ago Airports hit by 'cyber attack' update as passengers told 'check first' on Sunday September 21

Airports are experiencing delays and disruption following the "technical issue" affecting Collins Aerospace, which works for several airlines across the world

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2 w. ago UK households told to stock up on essential item before end of September

Rural homes often need heating oil as they are based in "off-grid" areas and don't have access to the main gas network.

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2 w. ago Russell Grant's horoscopes as Taurus senses tension in their personal life

Today's horoscopes for September 18 as one star sign is told to trust their intuition, while another should leave the rush and chaos for another day

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3 w. ago Brits warned against popular garden hack that can leave your shed mouldy

Take care before trying out this weird viral gardening hack - an expert warns that it could leave your shed covered in a mould and suggests a non-damaging alternative

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3 w. ago UK households warned 'ignore this autumn job and risk an £8,000 repair bill'

You can avoid paying a massive repair bill this winter by following a maintenance expert's three simple steps to keep your driveway and patio in great condition

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