Category: Garden
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Martin Kemp post photo of wounds to his hand after accident with chainsaw
Martin Kemp has broken his silence after suffering a serious chainsaw accident during some gardening work at his Hertfordshire home. The Spandau Ballet star, 64, injured his hand while doing some garden work, attempting to trim branches as part of the couple’s ongoing home renovation and landscaping projects. Posting a short video to Instagram, Kemp…
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How to get rid of rats in your home: an expert guide
If you’ve noticed the signs of a rodent infestation, you might be wondering how to get rid of rats in your home. While they’re active year-round, you’ll probably see an increase in activity during the autumn and winter months, when it’s cold outside and they seek shelter. Just like mice, these sneaky scavengers can be…
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How to get rid of slugs in your home: 4 expert-approved ways
As the weather gets wetter, you might start wondering how to get rid of slugs in your home. These slimy pests can be an absolute nuisance – leaving a silvery mucus trail across your furniture, contaminating your surfaces, and posing a threat if you live with pets who might try to eat them. If you’ve…
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10 modern fence ideas for a fashionable garden boundary
If traditional timber fencing doesn’t suit your style, you’re likely on the lookout for more modern fence ideas when finalising your landscaping design. But, what modern fence ideas are available to match the rest of your home’s exterior? From bold and bright painted timber fences to panels made of tiles and metal, we’ve rounded up…
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Why I’m ignoring expert advice and not removing ladybirds in the house
Ladybirds are usually considered a welcome sight in gardens, but they can be just as beneficial indoors, especially when it comes to protecting houseplants from aphids. Aphids are the unwelcome guests that can quickly turn a thriving indoor garden into a battleground. Common culprits include my beloved bird of paradise, yucca, spider plants, alocasia, calathea,…
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Martin Kemp stuns fans with autumn harvest of huge vegetables
Martin Kemp has been giving followers a closer look at his seasonal garden harvest on his Instagram account @maisonnumber9. His garden planters are thriving, producing everything from leafy kale to impressively large Brussels sprouts, and he’s been sharing the joy of homegrown food with his fans. The posts have sparked a wave of comments, with…
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When to aerate a lawn to get the best results
When it comes to deciding when to aerate a lawn, it’s true to say that timing is everything if you want to get the best results. As we’ll go on to explain in more detail, early autumn is a prime time to complete this task for a number of reasons. Doing it at this time…
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When to aerate a lawn to get the best results
When it comes to deciding when to aerate a lawn, it’s true to say that timing is everything if you want to get the best results. As we’ll go on to explain in more detail, early autumn is a prime time to complete this task for a number of reasons. Doing it at this time…
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How to stormproof your garden and protect it from bad weather
Stormproofing your garden in autumn is a smart choice as there’s a lot of potential for the weather to cause havoc at this time of year. The combination of high winds and torrential rain is never a good thing, especially if you haven’t got round to doing a thorough maintenance check in your garden at…
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Did you know breaking this tree law could cost you £5,000?
When it comes to pruning or cutting down trees in your garden, most homeowners are aware of the need to respect Tree Preservation Orders. But do you know the other law that could lead to fines or even prosecution if you break it? It’s particularly relevant during the Autumn months when the creatures it’s designed…