Rachel Bull
Rachel is a gardening writer, flower grower and floral designer. Her journalism career began 15 years ago on Country Living magazine, sparking a love of container gardening and wild planting. After more than a decade writing for and editing a range of consumer, business and special interest titles, Rachel became editor of floral art magazine The Flower Arranger. She then trained and worked as a floral designer and stylist in London for six years, and has created floral installations at iconic London venues including Kew Gardens, the Barbican and Peckham's Asylum Chapel. In 2022, she moved to York and later joined the Homes & Gardens team. Her love of gardening has endured throughout, and she now grows an abundance of vegetables and flowers on her rambling Yorkshire plot. She is particularly interested in sustainable gardening methods and growing flowers and herbs for wellbeing. In summer 2024, she was invited to Singapore to learn about the nation state's ambitious plan to create a city in nature, discovering a world of tropical planting and visionary urban horticulture.
Latest articles by Rachel Bull
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The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 Fire Pit might just be my favorite fire pit of all time
I have never managed to get a fire going as quickly as this in any other fire pit, and it really is smokeless
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Brand new dahlia hybrid discovered at Washington flower farm
The intriguing Daffodahlia is undergoing trials to find out if it can be bred and sold to home gardeners
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Rain chain mistakes – 5 errors to avoid when fitting and maintaining a decorative gutter chain
How to avoid these common rain chain pitfalls to ensure effective and safe rainwater harvesting
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What to do with hydrangeas in the fall – professionals share crucial care tips, plus 2 things never to do
Hydrangea experts reveal the dos and don’ts for these backyard favorites in fall
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Designs at Singapore Gardens Festival are a 'masterclass in blending contemporary landscaping with the natural world'
The trends from Singapore's biennial gardens showcase are guaranteed to inspire in 2025
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I used this vegetable to get rid of a common houseplant pest and the results were staggering
As a gardening editor, even I was surprised by this trick of getting rid of fungus gnats using a potato - but it really works
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I discovered these plants with superpowers in Singapore, and now I’m determined to grow them in my own backyard
These 6 plants stole my heart in Asia for their taste, scent and intriguing properties
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‘I’ve seen an entirely different side to this city, and it’s wild’ – what Singapore can teach us about how to live in nature
This jungle-rich, micro metropolis is paving the way in cultivating urban greenery
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How to create a rock garden in a container – to display anywhere in your home or yard
All the steps and kit you need to build your own miniature rockery
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I’m a gardening expert, and even though it’s not a tool, this is the one piece of kit I couldn’t do without
Here’s why I think every gardener, no matter their age, should invest in this essential
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How to mow long grass − 5 steps to cutting back overgrown grass without damaging it
Discover my tried and tested tips for getting an overgrown lawn under control
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How to double your dahlias – and get bumper blooms without buying any more plants
This simple flower growing trick will give you more dahlia flowers on every one of your plants
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If you’re a peony lover buy your bunches now – as growers warn the season is set to end sooner than usual
Uncertainty in supply chains means this popular cut flower won’t be around for much longer this year
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7 perennial flowers to plant in June – invest in these plants and they will reward you with beautiful blooms every year
Add color and scent to your backyard this summer and for years to come
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How to support peonies – and stop these glorious garden blooms from flopping over
Discover 7 innovative and expert ways to support your peony plants and prevent these stars of the garden from falling
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These design trends were everywhere at the 2024 Chelsea Flower Show – here’s how to get the look in your own backyard
From sustainable water harvesting to tangerine planting schemes, we show you how to give your garden a Chelsea-worthy uplift
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How to create a Regency-inspired garden – landscape designers reveal 5 ways to get the Bridgerton look
As season 3 of Bridgerton hits our screens later this month, we speak to garden design experts on what it takes to turn a yard into an elegant, period-style garden
By Rachel Bull Last updated
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Indoor plants to make a living room smell nice – 9 fragrant options that might surprise you
Scent your living space naturally using beautifully fragrant houseplants
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Best cut flowers to grow for hayfever sufferers – and which ones to avoid
Follow our expert florist's advice on which flowers to grow and cut for your home to avoid triggering pollen allergies
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Gardyn: everything you need to know about this tech-driven, hydroponic gardening brand
The future of growing your own food using smart technology
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How to use kitchen waste in the garden – 9 sustainable ideas
Discover which common household items you can repurpose in the yard to give your plants and soil a nutrient boost
By Rachel Bull Published
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8 plants that make your patio smell nice – for a fragrant outdoor living space
These flowers and herbs will elevate your patio with a fresh, botanical scent
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How to style your houseplants like a professional – and bring the outside in
Not sure how to display your burgeoning houseplant collection? Plant stylist Hilton Carter shares his top tips
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10 best rose varieties to grow in your backyard, according to a professional flower farmer
Whether chosen for scent, color or sheer romance, these 10 best rose varieties have it all
By Rachel Bull Published