Latest articles by Camilla Sharman
5 things you need to know before buying a wet dry vacuum cleaner
Wet dry vacuum cleaners are the latest innovation in floorcare. Here are five things I learned when using one for the first time.
Don’t wait for Amazon Prime Day — Shark’s Clean Sense Air Purifier has dropped to its lowest price ever
Looking for an air purifier? This Shark Clean Sense Air Purifier has just dropped in price by 50% before Prime Day.
5 things you need to know before buying an induction cooktop
Looking to swap your gas or electric stovetop for an induction cooktop? Here are 5 things you need to know before you make the change.
When to harvest zucchini — 3 things I've learned as a home gardener
Zucchini is an easy crop to grow and will produce rich pickings. Here we explain what to look out for and when to harvest your crop.
Experts warn of these 7 appliances you should never use during a heatwave
With the thermostat going upwards, experts warn against using certain appliances during a heatwave.
I used this $49 garden tool — and my yard has never looked neater
A lawn edger like the Burgon & Ball’s Half Moon Lawn Edger will make your yard look neat and tidy. Here's what happened when I put it to the test.
I tried an oven with an in-built air fryer — here's how it worked
Air fryers are all the rage, but what happens if you haven’t got the space to keep one on your countertop? There’s an increasing trend to offer air fry functions in ovens.
How to save your patio from cracks and stains this BBQ season — advice from an expert
With grilling season underway, a landscape experts advises how to protect your pavers from damage while you enjoy eating outside.
Can Al make you a better gardener? I put ChatGPT to the test
Is AI a gardener’s friend or foe? Find out what I discovered when I put ChatGPT to the test.
7 cheap ways to upgrade your yard for the summer
Up the style stakes in your yard this summer with 7 budget ideas to transform your outdoor space.
7 hacks to stop birds from pooping on your patio
Bird poop on your patio? There’s no need to banish birds completely from your yard, discover 7 ways to keep them at bay.
5 slug-resistant plants to stop slugs in their tracks
Slugs enjoy a feast in our yards, but planting these 5 slug-resistant plants will keep them at bay.
I used an induction cooktop for the first time — here are 3 things I discovered
Nervous about investing in an induction cooktop? I tried one out and wasn’t disappointed.
5 plants to prune in June to encourage healthy growth
There's always lots of jobs to do in the garden in June to keep it looking fresh and vibrant. Here are 5 plants to prune in your yard to encourage strong and vibrant growth.
Don't wait for Prime Day — our favorite pruning shears just dropped to $54 at Amazon
Grab a bargain with these Felco No. 6 pruning shears at Amazon.
I'm a gardening writer, and these $11 gardening gloves are my new go-to
These patterned Woheer Women’s Gardening Gloves are both attractive and perform well when completing everyday gardening tasks.
7 expert tips to make your lawn look amazing this summer
As summertime approaches this month, here are 7 tips to get your lawn ready for summer this June.
5 top bedding plants to fill your yard with color this June
Getting gardening in June and plant these 5 bedding plants that will add seasonal color to your garden this summer.
3 most common garden problems to look out for in June, according to a gardening expert
Keep your plants healthy this summer and look out for these 3 common garden problems in June.
How to grow sunflowers in your yard — top tips from a garden expert
Sunflowers are the smiling face of summer in a garden, adding height, structure and color and can be easy to grow. Here we share expert tips on how to grow sunflowers.
Is No Mow May worth it? What I learned from taking part
What I found out when I took part in No Mow May, and how I plan to continue supporting wildlife in my garden.
5 vegetables you can still plant in June and enjoy this summer
There’s still time to plant vegetables in June to enjoy freshly harvested. Here are 5 vegetables you can plant now.
5 flowers to plant in June to brighten up your yard this summer
Garden experts reveal the best 5 plants to plant in June for beautiful blooms this summer.
