Latest articles by Emily Smith
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When to prune camellias: garden experts share their advice for tending to the colourful shrub
Follow our expert pruning guide to ensure your camellias come back bigger and better each season
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Industry experts reveal why it's important to clean drains during a heatwave, more than at any other time
During hot weather, this is the job you want to cross off your to-do list before it becomes a problem
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Courteney Cox's serene living room is the ultimate showcase of our favourite 2025 interior trends
The impressive living space is stylish in more ways than one
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Wimbledon's new homeware collection is a grand slam for tennis lovers and interiors fans alike
Why wait until summer to enjoy Wimbledon? This charming homeware collection from the tennis brand will have you celebrating early
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Improve your home's ambience with these mindful paint colours, designed with 'well-being at their core'
From focusing to resting, this luxury paint collection is designed with your sensory needs and well-being in mind
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These new paint colours make choosing the right shade easy – each formulated to complement cool, diffused natural light
Luxury paint brand COAT has released 19 new shades, all designed to work harmoniously with the UK's blue-grey natural light
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Is now the time to cut back your roses? Experts reveal a timeline to guarantee impressive blooms
Timing your pruning just right can help your roses thrive and bloom for longer - but when is best to give them the chop?
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How to get rid of carpet beetles: pest control experts share their most efficient methods
What are they, and how can you get rid of them?
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Limited garden space to grow leafy greens and vegetables? Expert reveals three essential edible plants you can grow in pots
Growing fresh produce at home doesn't need to take up lots of precious garden space, as these plants prove
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How to plant freesia bulbs: easy steps for colourful summer blooms
If you're looking to add some vivid colour and life to your garden, freesias are the perfect choice
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Gardening experts reveal how often you should water grass seed for a luscious lawn this summer
Want your lawn to be looking its best by the time summer rolls around? You'll need to make sure you're watering it the perfect amount
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Lynsey Crombie reveals the surprising laundry mistake leaving your clothes smelling 'stale and nasty'
Do your clothes smell unpleasant even after you've washed them? It could be your fabric conditioner
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6 common houseplant myths to ignore, warn horticulture experts
These common misconceptions about caring for indoor plants might surprise you – they feel perfectly logical
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Should you deadhead daffodils? Gardening experts share their advice for longer-lasting blooms
These butter-yellow flowers are one of the first signs of spring, but should you deadhead or leave them be?
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It's time to cut back ornamental grasses, and the expert team at Sarah Raven are here to help
With spring well and truly here, the team share their top tips to get ornamental grasses ready for new growth
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Monty Don's 'genius' planting trick gives outdoor plants the best chance of thriving
This mess-free trick will make planting seamless - and give your plant a great headstart
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Gardening experts reveal the 7 essential tools every busy gardener needs in their shed this season
Struggling to find the time to garden? These are the essential tools needed to cut down the time without sacrificing results
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5 simple changes you can make to lower your home insurance premium, reveals an indemnity expert
Whether you're looking to cut costs or improve security, these savvy tricks can help with both
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Is the controversial orchid ice cube watering trick genius or problematic? Plant experts settle the debate
Will this hack benefit your vulnerable orchid or be the reason for its demise? Houseplant experts have revealed the answer
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What is pink mould and how can you get rid of it safely? Experts share advice
While you may not have even heard of pink mould, it's relatively common and important to know how to tackle it quickly
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'Meadowscaping' is the charming low-effort, low-cost garden trend that attracts wildlife in abundance
Turn your garden into an endearing low-maintenance meadow with these expert tips and tricks
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Welcome Italy into your home with the Amalfi decor trend – think lemons, ceramic patterns and bold colours
Dreaming of an Italian-style summer? The new Amalfi interiors trend will provide all the dreamy Mediterranean vibes you need
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How often should you wash your bath mat? Cleaning experts share their advice
Are you cleaning your bath mat frequently enough? You might be surprised by the recommended regularity
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Mary Berry’s new Mediterranean-inspired kitchenware is a masterclass in timeless tablescaping
What better way to celebrate Mary Berry's 90th birthday than serving her new tableware collection
