Autumn is traditionally the time to plant spring flowering bulbs in the garden, with daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, iris and crocus all popular choices. But while you’re planting bulbs in the garden, ...
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Beautiful autumn flower gifts from direct2florist
Collaborative postAt this time of year, we’re usually spending less time outside, and for me that makes it all the more important to bring a little bit of the outdoors into our homes. I ...
How to have a successful family day out
Collaborative postCan you believe we’re into October? It feels like the kids only went back to school a few days ago!With half-term looming on the horizon, I’m starting to think about ways to ...
Easy Halloween craft: spooky spider plants
We've had so much fun making these spooky spider plants! Aren't they just perfect for Halloween? I saw this easy Halloween craft idea on the Amateur Gardening website, and thought the kids would ...
Creative lighting ideas for darker nights
Collaborative postHas the shift into autumn and the accompanying reduction in daylight hours taken it's toll on your mood? Having started painting the shed too late in the day last weekend and ...
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