Latest articles by Teresa Conway
Homeowners urged to check their bins for these common pests which thrive during hot spells – experts reveal how to get rid of them
The unpleasant task of tackling maggot infestations in your indoor or outdoor bins is made simple with this expert guide
Define your outdoor areas with garden edging — here are 18 ideas to get you started
Our collection of garden edging ideas brings together designs and inspiration for all kinds of landscaping schemes, from rustic and rural to contemporary and sleek
How to make a bee watering station to help pollinators survive the hot weather — it's a child-friendly activity too
You don't need a garden for a bee watering station and you can use free items from around the home
Wasps completely ruined my sunny garden weekend, so I spoke to pest control experts, and they gave me 5 tips on fixing the problem
Take the sting out of summer by naturally deterring wasps from your outdoor spaces without resorting to chemical wasp killers
Landscape Design Tips for Self-Builders and Renovators – exclusive masterclass with Lucy Willcox and Will Cooke
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I was going to buy a pressure washer this Prime Day, but I picked up this £2 product to refresh my patio instead
I couldn't bring myself to checkout for fear of investing in another item that would sit unused in my shed for most of the year
Watch our masterclass: how to reduce the cost of your build with quantity surveyor and build cost expert Tim Phillips
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An expert guide to the 7 best cordless strimmers — from budget options to the best overall model
We've scoured the market for the best cordless strimmers to help you choose the perfect tool to keep your lawn and garden looking neat and tidy with minimal effort
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My mum's gardening hack showed me the surprising benefits of moles in your lawn
Moles get a bad rap in the garden, but is it undeserved? Garden experts (and my mum) say yes
Does your lawn have more dead grass than living? Experts share whether you can simply lay turf over grass and start afresh
Lawn care experts weigh in on whether laying turf over grass is a genius fix or a completely pointless exercise
Is your grass dead or can you bring it back to life? Expert lawn rescuers share their advice
Understanding whether your lawn is dormant or dead is key to the steps you take to transform your brown grass back to its green glory
I've asked the experts and this is the best time to water plants during a heatwave to make the most of every drop
Periods of heat and drought can cause immense stress for your plants, so watering them at the optimum time can help ease them through the heatwave
Experts warn this is one lawn care job you should never do in a heatwave to avoid damaging your grass
Although doing this task regularly throughout summer is generally recommended, experts say 'cease and desist' when temperatures hit this point
Worried you went too far with the scarifier? Don't be — experts share what to do after scarifying your lawn
These are the essential next steps after scarifying a lawn to bring it back to full health
Chances are you already own this £10 garden tool that horticultural experts recommend for getting rid of mushrooms in your lawn
This chemical-free method to get rid of mushrooms in your lawn proves that the simple ways are sometimes the best
Not sure whether to pick an up-and-over or a roller? Here's how to buy garage doors
Buying a new garage door isn't just about appearance. It also needs to be practical, fit the available space both inside and outside your garage, and be secure
Garden lighting mistakes that everyone makes when designing an ambient scheme, according to experts
Avoid these common pitfalls when investing in garden lighting to enhance your outdoor space
How to make garden lighting look expensive without blowing your budget, according to lighting designers
Get a high-end look with a high-street price tag using design tricks that lighting designers use to get a professional-looking garden lighting scheme
These are the garden design trends that designers are loving for their outdoor spaces this summer
These are the top garden trends for 2025, according to Chelsea garden designers
Wind causing fence panels to rattle? These clever attachments that anyone can fit can instantly mute that annoying sound
Thankfully, in most cases, the best method for how to stop fence panels rattling is an easy fix
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Architectural glazing — what is it and how can you use it to boost your home's aesthetics?
Architectural glazing can enhance your self-build or extension project with bespoke, statement glazing offering much more than natural light. We explore the options in our ultimate guide
