54 h. ago Gardener's lavender hack to ensure 'fuller, bushier and healthier' plant next year

Pruning lavender is important to prevent the plant from becoming woody and less productive - but when is the best time to prune lavender and how exactly do you do it?

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3 d. ago Mother reveals genius sun protection hack everyone should use this summer

A mother has revealed her 'perfect' hack to ensuring children - and adults - are well-protected from the sun at the beach this summer. 

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5 d. ago Halloumi will be crispier and the 'best' dinner if you do one thing before cooking

A chef shared her simple hack for cooking halloumi that will ensure it's super crispy on the outside but gooey in the middle

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8 d. ago Households urged to pour one 35p kitchen staple in dishwashers to get them sparkling

Cleaning expert's insider hack will ensure your appliance is grease and residue-free and looking and smelling fresh

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1 week ago Lavender will be 'bigger and healthier' if 1 kitchen scrap is sprinkled in soil

Lavender plants are easy to care for, but there's one thing you can add to the soil to help the blooms grow bigger and healthier - and you probably have some in the kitchen

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2 w. ago Lavender thrives and 'will thank you' if you add 2 things to garden soil now

There's nothing worse than a sad-looking lavender bush, especially if you've planted it at the front of your flowerbed. But there are two things you can add to your soil that will help it thrive

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2 w. ago Gardeners growing lavender should do 1 thing weekly this summer

Gardeners should make sure they give their plants attention in the hot weather.

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2 w. 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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3 w. ago Your suitcase will be first off the plane if you follow one simple rule

An airport worker shared a simple travel hack that could ensure your suitcase is one of the first off the plane when you reach your destination

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3 w. ago Lavender 'blooms brilliantly' if you avoid common watering mistake in summer

Lavender is a popular plant for summer gardens, thanks to its highly fragrant blooms, but gardeners need to be careful not to overwater the plant, as this can attract pests and disease

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