Alright, let’s talk real for a minute. I’ve been doing this design thing, in one form or another, for over two decades. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: most people completely misunderstand what "good" interior design actually is. They think it’s about copying the latest Pinterest aesthetic,…
Dealing with smoke indoors, whether it’s from wildfire, cooking mishaps, or even a fireplace, is a nightmare. I’ve been through countless purifiers trying to find something that actually clears the air and, more importantly, kills the smell. Forget the marketing hype; here’s what I’ve learned after years of trial and…
A winter container garden display can give the garden such a lift. You can enjoy winter pots in the front garden every time you come home. And just a few pots near the house in the back garden can give your back garden focus and structure at a time when…
The jungle garden look takes the contemporary, lush layers of today’s houseplant-filled interiors out into the garden. This style of garden is a foliage-based green haven, with layers of plants and different leaf shapes. And you don’t have to live in a tropical country. It can be achieved in cool…
Discover the top 10 garden design mistakes to avoid in a middle-sized space for a beautiful, functional, and low-maintenance backyard.
Discover easy seasonal planting tips for beginners with simple guides on what to plant each season, soil prep, and gardening basics.
If you’re buying plants for shade, firstly think about what kind of shade you have in your garden. At least half your garden – wherever you live – is shady. If you’re in a town or city, with a small garden surrounded by tall buildings, then much of your garden…
Discover why leaving seedheads standing in your garden can transform your garden through winter, help wildlife and minimise your work in the garden. From sculptural alliums to delicate grasses and wildlife-friendly teasels, the best plants for seedheads add texture and interest long after the flowers fade. However, it’s rare that…
Autumn perennials keep the feel of summer going once you’ve packed away your holiday clothes. And autumn – or fall – is now considered the most important time in the gardening year. It’s when you plan and plant next year’s borders. So to find out more about how the experts…
Garden screening plants are a speciality at Architectural Plants. ‘It’s what about 90% of our customers want,’ says Guy Watts, the company’s MD. So I asked him what was new in screening plants and design, how to avoid mistakes in garden screening and his top seven garden screening plants. Guy…
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