BUSINESS

January can hardly be considered an abundant time of year. All but the evergreens are barren and bare. Yet there is an approach to year-round growing that, in the depths of winter, feels all the more miraculous. Microgreens are not a “type” of plant, but a method of growing leafy crops which doesn’t require much … Read more

The problemRepotting often leaves you staring at a pile of old potting mix and wondering: “Should it go in the bin, the garden, or back into another pot?” Reusing soil feels thrifty and sustainable, but tired potting mix can contain compacted roots, harbour pests and be drained of nutrients. So how do you know when … Read more

Every January, I gripe about the tyranny of setting any kind of resolution while we’re in the depth of winter. Short gloomy days and long drawn-out nights are a truly uninspiring backdrop for resolving to make meaningful changes in your life. I’d love to meet whoever came up with the idea of new year resolutions and … Read more

The dawn of a new year brings visions of an idealised version of yourself. Fresh-faced, we eagerly pile our to-do lists with things we’ve been putting off and ambitions to aim for. But the energy that comes after a few days off quickly disappears as we settle back into the daily grind of school runs … Read more

The problemMany a houseplant is killed with kindness; watering every time you look at them can be terminal. Using ice cubes for watering promises slower, more controlled hydration. But does it work? The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. The hackPlace one or … Read more

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/picture/2025/dec/27/choose-new-mattress-becky-barnicoat-cartoon

Something I’ve noticed in gardens that have been tended by the same person – or people – is that the best ones never stay the same. People who truly love their plots shuffle things around all the time, with the same confidence and curiosity as those restless interior design lovers who change their curtains twice … Read more