13 h. ago Gardener shares the one job you need to do now to ensure roses are free of black spot

Gardener and TikTok creator Michael, aka The Mediterranean Gardener, has shared his top tips to ensure your roses are free of black spot, which can cause the leaves to drop prematurely

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15 h. ago Gardening experts share tip for growing 'deliciously sweeter' rhubarb

Rhubarb plants are loved for their tart flavour and are a great addition to any gardener's garden, but they do require a large amount of nutrients from the soil to grow

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18 h. ago Gardeners urged to do one job now to keep roses and leaves free of black spot

Black spot is a disease that can affect rose plants and cause the leaves to fall off early - but there is one key way to tackle it

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39 h. ago Gardening expert shares 'incredibly easy' way to keep wasps at bay

Wasps can ruin summer days with their painful stings, but one gardening expert has shared a natural and affordable way to keep the insects away

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44 h. ago 'I worked for King Charles for 21 years and one comment showed his true colours'

EXCLUSIVE: King Charles' former gardener Jack Stooks shared what surprised him the most about the monarch, as he reflected on his 21 years working at Highgrove House and Gardens

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4 d. ago Inflatable garden pool loved by Zara McDermott is slashed to £35 in Amazon sale

Last year Zara McDermott shared her genius Amazon find for staying cool in the garden, and now the inflatable tanning pool is slashed to £35 in the sale

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4 d. ago Experts share simple 49p plant that will keep wasps out of your garden this summer

Wasps will be out in force over the weekend as soaring temperatures will see a surge in insects. Garden experts have shared a simple 49p plant that will keep them at bay this summer

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5 d. ago UK interest rates expected to remain on hold; rate cuts in Norway, Switzerland and the Philippines – business live

Central bankers warn that trade war worries, and conflict in the Middle East, could hurt growthNewsflash: We have a third interest rate cut this morning!Norway’s central bank has surprised analysts by cutting its policy rate by a quarter of one percentage point, to 4.25%. The rate had been set at 4.5% since December 2023.“Inflation has declined since the monetary policy meeting in March, and the inflation outlook for the coming year indicates lower inflation than previously expected.A cautious normalisation of the policy rate will pave the way for inflation to return to target without restricting the economy more than necessary.”“The uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook is now greater than normal. If the economy takes a different path than currently envisaged, the policy rate path may be adjusted. But our objectives stand firm. We will finish the job and ensure that inflation is brought all the way back to 2 percent.”The Monetary Board also noted indications of a deceleratio...

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5 d. ago Bank of England expected to leave interest rates on hold as Middle East conflict pushes up oil price – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Switzerland and Philippines cut interest ratesNewsflash: We have a third interest rate cut this morning!Norway’s central bank has surprised analysts by cutting its policy rate by a quarter of one percentage point, to 4.25%. The rate had been set at 4.5% since December 2023.“Inflation has declined since the monetary policy meeting in March, and the inflation outlook for the coming year indicates lower inflation than previously expected.A cautious normalisation of the policy rate will pave the way for inflation to return to target without restricting the economy more than necessary.”“The uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook is now greater than normal. If the economy takes a different path than currently envisaged, the policy rate path may be adjusted. But our objectives stand firm. We will finish the job and ensure that inflation is brought all the way back to 2 percent.”The Monetary Board also noted indications of...

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5 d. ago Stop using brushes or sprayers to paint your fence as clever 46p hack works faster

A TikTok user has shared a 'genius' painting hack that will help you transform your garden fence in 'minutes' without the need for a brush or sprayer

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5 d. ago Gardeners issued urgent 'do not' warning if they see ladybirds on plants

Ladybirds are a crucial part of keeping plants and natural ecosystems alive, and one gardening expert has shared his crucial advice to anyone who notices them on their plants

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7 d. ago Woman's simple garden hack using kitchen item will double your tomato yield

A woman has shared a gardening hack that will supposedly double your tomato yield - and it involves a very simple kitchen item. The tip is currently going viral on TikTok

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7 d. ago Gardener names 'cheap tip' to banish ants from your home and garden

Ants can be a real nuisance when they make their way into your home and can encourage other pests like aphids - but one garden expert has shared a cheap and eco-friendly way to get rid of them

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8 d. ago Gardening expert names when to prune lavender to encourage 'second flush of flowers'

A gardening expert has shared the best time to prune lavenders so they produce more flowers - and it's sooner than you might think. The secret is to prune them twice a year

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8 d. ago A 65p supermarket item will make your patio look like new as shopper hails it a 'game changer'

A gardener has shared simple hack for removing stubborn stains.

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9 d. ago 'Best place' to put peace lily in homes to keep plants happy and flowering

Peace lilies are a popular houseplant, but many people struggle to get them to flower. A gardening expert has shared the 'best location' to place a peace lily to ensure it blooms beautiful flowers

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1 week ago Gardening expert shares 'genius' tip to tell if your plants need watering in heatwave

As the UK braces for a heatwave, a gardening expert has shared a simple 'old-school' tip to tell if your plants need watering - and it doesn't involve sticking your finger in the soil

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1 week ago UK households urged to remove 3 items from garden to stop influx of ants

Gardening experts have shared the most effective and harmless way to get rid of ants and other insects by naming the three most common items people tend to overlook.

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1 week ago Households urged to move plants away from windows before 29C heatwave

Gardening experts have shared some of their most crucial tip for keen plant lovers ahead of the summer heatwave set to hit this weekend - and how to keep your plants alive for longer

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1 week ago Gardening expert explains how to get vibrant roses using one simple kitchen hack

If you're looking to get the most out of your summer blooms, one gardening expert has shared a simple yet effective fertilising hack that can help your roses and hydrangeas thrive

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