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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I've just discovered a festive plant hack – a Christmas cactus alternative that doesn't need watering, and even works in wreaths
Waxed amaryllis bulbs might just be the easiest way to create fuss-free, festive floral designs
By Rachel Bull Published
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Should I cover my outside faucet in winter? Why doing so could avert damage to your home
Frozen faucets cause more issues than not being able to water your plants. Discover why covering them may be helpful during frosts to keep pipes intact
By Rachel Bull Last updated
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I bought the Tourbon tool belt because it looks good, but trust me, it is the most comfortable and useful gardening accessory I’ve ever used
This tool belt makes light work of carrying your gardening kit - and it looks great, too
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Best scented foliage for festive decorations – 7 enchantingly fragrant evergreens that encapsulate Christmas
Discover the most fragrant foliage for your Christmas decor with our florist-recommended selection
By Rachel Bull Published
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Chicken wire Christmas decorations are my favorite festive design hack – I’m convinced this unusual trend is here to stay
This seasonal decorating trend is going nowhere, and it's the secret to professional-looking festive foliage designs
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How to make a Christmas wreath – and discover the secrets to getting a professional look
Our step-by-step guide to creating an elegant, timeless Christmas wreath will elevate your front door for the holidays
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Want to match your plants to your paint colors in 2025? Here's how to add a botanical twist to the hottest interior shades
Extend next year’s paint color trends to your garden with this stylish and sophisticated plant selection
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Do you have a Thanksgiving cactus or a Christmas cactus? Discover how to tell them apart
The holidays are unmistakably different – but how distinct are the plants? We reveal the biggest contrasts to look out for
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The best plants for mental health – 7 professional picks for a calming garden
Create serenity and a sense of peace in your yard with these expert planting choices
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published
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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
By Rachel Bull Published