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8 Ways to Make Your Clothes More Sustainable

Clothes may not seem like the more wasteful item we own.  After all, we wear them for a recent amount of time then we throw them away.  But are there…

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September 3, 2022
lifestyle

How To Revive A Plant That Dried Out Successfully

I’ve brought quite a few plants back from what looked like the end. The worst was a pothos I completely forgot about over a fortnight away — bone-dry soil, leaves…

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July 9, 2025
environment

Effortless Ways To Lower Your Carbon Footprint In The UK

Many of us in the UK are feeling the heat from climate change, quite literally. Summers are getting hotter, and winters weirder. It’s clear something’s up with our planet. But what…

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July 3, 2024
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    The Green Co. GreenTabs Review: Eco Cleaning Spray Tablets for the UK Home

    / June 3, 2026 / 0 Comments

    ad. I have tried eco cleaning products before, and they have not always impressed me. There’s a type that smells great and does absolutely nothing, and another type that works fine but costs…

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    Best Plants for Dark Bedrooms UK

    / May 25, 2026 / 0 Comments

    Bedrooms and plants feel like they should go together — something green and living in the room where you sleep, a bit calmer than the rest of the house, a bit more intentional.…

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    The Complete Guide to Houseplants UK

    / May 25, 2026 / 0 Comments

    I became a proper plant person by accident. I bought one pothos because I read it was impossible to kill, managed to kill it anyway, panicked, did a lot of research, and ended…

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    Best Natural Deodorants UK 2026: 12 Options Compared & Reviewed

    / May 25, 2026 / 0 Comments

    Last Updated: May 2026 Right, let’s talk about armpits. Sexy topic, I know. But if you’re still using regular deodorant, you’re probably smearing a cocktail of questionable chemicals onto one of the most…

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    Non-Toxic Beauty Products UK: Complete Guide to Safe Cosmetics (2026)

    / May 25, 2026 / 0 Comments

    I didn’t make the switch to non-toxic beauty products in one dramatic clear-out. I did what most people do — swapped one thing when I ran out, got surprised by how much I…

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  • lifestyle

    Smol Review: Is Smol Eco-Friendly, Non-Toxic & Worth It?

    / May 25, 2026 / 0 Comments

    I’ll be honest — I’d been half-tempted by smol for ages before I actually signed up. The tiny letterbox box, the “just pay £1” trial, the cardboard packaging with no plastic in sight.…

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    Houseplant Pests: Identification and Treatment Guide UK

    / February 1, 2026 / 0 Comments

    Even with excellent care, houseplants can fall victim to pests. These unwelcome visitors multiply rapidly in the warm, stable conditions of UK homes—particularly during winter when central heating creates the perfect breeding ground.…

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    Houseplant Fertiliser Guide: When and How to Feed Indoor Plants

    / February 1, 2026 / 0 Comments

    Whilst photosynthesis produces the sugars that fuel plant growth, your houseplants still require essential nutrients to thrive—nutrients they would naturally receive from decomposing organic matter and mineral-rich soil in their native habitats. In…

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    Best Hanging Plants and Trailing House Plants UK Homes Need

    / February 1, 2026 / 0 Comments

    Hanging plants and trailing house plants UK homes love add vertical interest to your space, making use of often-neglected upper areas whilst creating stunning living displays. Trailing indoor plants for shelves, hanging baskets,…

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    How to Repot Houseplants: Step-by-Step UK Guide

    / February 1, 2026 / 0 Comments

    Repotting is one of the most important houseplant care tasks, yet it’s often overlooked or postponed until plants show serious distress. As UK houseplant sales increased by 50% between 2019 and 2021, many…

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  • The Green Co. GreenTabs Review: Eco Cleaning Spray Tablets for the UK Home
  • Best Plants for Dark Bedrooms UK
  • The Complete Guide to Houseplants UK
  • Best Natural Deodorants UK 2026: 12 Options Compared & Reviewed
  • Non-Toxic Beauty Products UK: Complete Guide to Safe Cosmetics (2026)
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