25 h. ago Do this garden job in the morning or risk a slug invasion, say experts

There are ways to keep slugs away from your garden and one is a simple job which has to be done at a certain time of day

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3 d. ago Why is the US right so obsessed with the Obamas’ marriage? | Arwa Mahdawi

Conservative commentators can’t stand the idea that people they loathe can live fulfilling livesAn estate on Martha’s Vineyard. A nine-bedroom house in DC. A family home in Chicago. Barack and Michelle Obama own about a gazillion dollars’ worth of property. Turns out they don’t need any of their fancy mansions, however, because they live rent-free in rightwing commentators’ heads. While the right has always been fixated on trying to find fault with former president Obama, they have now become unhealthily obsessed with the idea that Barack and Michelle’s marriage is failing. There’s no evidence to support this, mind you. Just vibes.Picking up on these mysterious vibes is conservative commentator Megyn Kelly, who recently proclaimed on her podcast that she thinks Michelle and Barack “married the wrong people”. Many straws were grasped at to come to this conclusion – including the fact that Michelle once said that she likes going to bed early (wise woman) and her husband doesn’t. Conti...

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8 d. ago More problems for Farage as Andrea Jenkyns faces bid to disqualify her from mayoral election

A council in Lincolnshire will hold a hearing next week to decide if Dame Andrea Jenkyns is eligble to stand as mayor for the county amid allegations she does not live in the county

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8 d. 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 Love it or leaf it? The top three gardening jobs we can’t stand (and the ones we can’t live without!)

When it comes to gardening, there’s a fine line between satisfaction and frustration.

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2 w. ago Tariffs live: China hits back at US as stand off against Trump continues amid global market rebound

US president’s shocking decision to now pause hefty duties comes as he ratcheted up trade war with China, hiking tariffs to 125%

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2 w. ago RHS experts on the jobs all gardeners should do this spring for healthy fruit and vegetables

Here's what you can do to help your plants during spring

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2 w. ago Gardeners growing citrus fruit urged to do one job now for 'leafy' summer plants

Citrus plants can be difficult to grow, but as summer approaches, there is one important thing that gardeners must do if they want to ensure a successful harvest.

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2 w. ago Gardeners told to avoid job that's a 'magnet for slugs' eating their way through plants

Gardening experts have shared their top tips for growing fruit and vegetables - including how to avoid attracting slugs and when to avoid watering your plants

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2 w. ago Simple job you need to do in your garden to ensure a stunning Japanese maple

Japanese maple trees are a beautiful addition to any garden. If you want them to grow to their full potential and their red leaves to look their best then you need to prune them right

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2 w. ago Gardening expert reveals essential jobs to do in your garden this April

With warmer weather finally here and lots of spring shoots beginning to appear, it can be a busy time for those with green thumbs and Louise, who is based in London, has shared her tips.

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2 w. ago Action plan: CIAR BYRNE'S essential jobs for your garden this week

Tender plants need to be out in the garden by the end of this month once the risk of overnight frosts has passed But they need to be toughened up first, so the transition is not too much of a shock.

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3 w. ago Gardeners 'must do' one key job in April or you'll ‘miss your chance’

A gardening expert is urging people to get to work sooner rather than later as you may miss your chance for a beautiful display

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3 w. ago Four plants that must be pruned right now to ensure 'vigorous blooms' later

Spring pruning is a vital job for all gardeners. To help you get into the swing of spring pruning, gardening experts have shared four common plants that need pruning now

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