5 d. ago The common household spills that could DESTROY your vacuum cleaner

Whether it's a small splash of tea or a puddle from a leaking plant pot, moisture can quietly ruin your cordless, upright or robot vacuum from the inside out.

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7 d. ago 5 trees that can be grown in pots and are perfect for renters

Planting large and luscious trees at home isn't only for those with their own gardens. Plant trees in pots and they can move with you

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2 w. ago David Beckham told Victoria 'This can’t continue' during desperate money showdown

Victoria Beckham’s fashion business was losing millions and the new Netflix documentary exposdes humiliating blunders including £70,000 spent on pot plant

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2 w. ago Houseplant clinic: why is there a chalky crust on my plant’s soil?

It’s a buildup of mineral salts from hard tap water or fertiliser. Switching to rainwater or filtered water, and feeding only in spring and summer, will helpWhat’s the problem? There is a chalky white crust on the top of my spider plant’s potting mix, and the leaf tips are turning brown. Why is this happening and how do I fix it?Diagnosis This is a buildup of mineral salts from hard tap water or fertiliser. As water evaporates, salts are left behind and come to the surface. Over time, they concentrate around the roots, drawing out moisture and scorching sensitive tissues, which shows up as brown, papery leaf tips and edges. It can also throw off the soil pH, so plants struggle to absorb nutrients. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Manchester Synagogue survivor describes moment 'evil monster tried every door'

Alan Levy, who is a Chair of the Trustees of Heaton Park Synagogue, described holding the doors to the entrance and said the attacker used knives and plant pots to try to get in

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2 w. 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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3 w. ago 'I would rather go to jail than remove plant pots outside my home'

A pensioner has caused one local council a huge headache after refusing to remove three plant pots designed to block dodgy parking that has blocked his garden and forced his grandkids to walk on the road

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3 w. ago Pensioner at war with council after being told to remove three plant pots from outside his home

The embattled granddad, Graham Bedward, set out the decorative display on a pavement in the village of Helmshore in Lancashire.

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3 w. ago Gardening expert issues alert for anyone with plant pots and containers ahead of rainfall

Most gardeners are making a crucial mistake assuming that rain alone is harmless to their potted plants according to one expert

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