“The number-one issue this time of year is lack of light,” she says. “For a plant that is accustomed to plenty of sunlight ...

Keep leaves dust-free and windows clean to increase light exposure.

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Start seeds indoors like a pro with these essential tips for reliable germination.

At the bottom of a hill at the end of our street, you dismounted from your bike to walk a few feet on pavement between two ...

Take a hike, sit on a beach or hang out in your own backyard to experience sights, sounds and smells of life and activity in the outdoors.

Samurai at The British Museum. 3 February-4 May 2026, £17.

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