3 h. ago Gardeners must do 5 'simple' jobs now to keep roses 'alive and thriving' this autumn

Graham Smith, a gardening expert at LBS Horticulture, has shared five gardening jobs people need to do to stop roses from catching any diseases and dying

Society

4 h. ago UK households urged to do one simple gardening task now to keep lawns free from weeds and moss

If you've noticed weeds and moss sprouting up on your lawn, there's a simple way to get rid of them permanently

Society

29 h. ago Harvard doctor urges people to throw out 'toxic' kitchen item found in thousands of households

A leading doctor has revealed three potentially killer items lurking in your kitchen-and they don't include a knife block or faulty gas oven.

Society

34 h. ago A taste of Le Manoir: Raymond Blanc’s seasonal potager casserole

Inspired by the famous gardens of Le Manoir, this simple yet elegant vegetarian casserole is full of seasonal vegetables and lifted with a punchy pistou sauce

Politics

48 h. ago UK households urged to 'switch off and unplug' these vampire appliances

As energy prices are set to increase again on October 1, and the temperatures already plunging, the stress of battling rising bills is returning in earnest

Politics

53 h. ago One simple task is the 'most beneficial' garden job you can do now for a luscious lawn

As autumn approaches, gardeners are being urged to carry out one simple task to ensure their lawn remains healthy and green throughout the colder months.

Society

56 h. ago Plants will grow stronger in winter if you add 1 food scrap to soil in September

A gardening expert shared a simple hack to help your plants grow stronger in winter - and all you need is one food scrap

Politics

62 h. ago UK households urged to make one bedroom change in autumn to slash heating bills

This expert advice about choosing the right mattress and bedding in the lead up to autumn could help you shave money off your household bills, all while keeping your bedroom stylish

Society

3 d. ago Householders urged to scatter common bathroom item to keep mice away

This effective method is said to keep rodents like mice and rats from getting inside your home without the use of harsh chemicals.

Politics

4 d. ago UK households urged to act now as autumn drainage crisis looms

As the weather is set to get colder and rainier, experts have urged households to act swiftly in order to avoid having to deal with damaging and expensive drainage problems

Events

4 d. ago Japanese maples thrive in cold autumn weather with 1 item added to the soil

Japanese maples have shallow roots that are very vulnerable to freezing temperatures, but one gardening expert has shared a simple hack to protect them in autumn

Politics

4 d. ago The exact time you should wash clothes to cut 40% off energy bills

Householders are being urged to avoid using their washing machines during peak hours

Science

5 d. ago Slugs 'hate' one plant and will 'stay out of gardens for good'

Slugs can be a real nuisance in the garden, but there are some simple and effective ways to keep them at bay - and you don't need to use harmful chemicals

Politics

6 d. ago UK households urged to keep leaves falling in garden this weekend

Gardeners are being urged to start collecting fallen leaves in their gardens now rather than throwing them away, as there is a clever use for them instead

Politics

6 d. ago UK households told to lock their doors and windows this weekend

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for wind across much of the UK this weekend, with gusts expected to reach up to 70mph in some areas - and households are being urged to take precautions

Politics

6 d. ago Flowers will bloom and be colourful all year round if one task is done in September

Gardening expert Ish shared his simple guide to ensuring his garden is full of colourful flowers throughout the whole year

Politics

6 d. ago Gardener names trick to kill English ivy 'overnight' and it only costs 30p

English ivy can be a nightmare to get rid of, but one gardener has shared a simple and cheap way to kill the plant 'overnight' - and all you need is white vinegar

Events

7 d. ago NHS urges UK households to ditch one piece of furniture from their bedroom

It's hard to put an exact figure on how many people do this 'innocent' thing each night

Politics

7 d. ago NHS urges UK households to avoid common habit 57% of people do at night

It might not seem like a major issue, but it can lead to health problems that might be tough to fix

Politics

8 d. ago Garden lawns won't flood this autumn if a simple 10 minute job is done in September

September can often see a lot of rain and that can lead to soggy lawns but one task done now will help to combat this

Events