
Rachel Bull
Rachel is a gardening editor, floral designer, flower grower and gardener. Her journalism career began 17 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 professionally as a floral designer and stylist for six years, and has created floral installations at iconic venues. She joined the Homes & Gardens team in 2023, where she heads up the Gardens section, and presents the weekly gardening and floristry social series Petals & Roots. Her love of gardening has endured throughout her entire career, and she now grows an abundance of vegetables, flowers, trees and shrubs on her rambling plot. An expert in cut flowers, Rachel 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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These are the 5 essential components to designing any garden space, according to an NYC landscape architectBased on decades of experience, landscape designer Ed Hollander shares with H&G the secrets to creating a cohesive, kind and joyful outside space
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This is the best material to propagate cuttings in – plant stylist Hilton Carter swears by this techniqueInsider tips on how to grow the strongest and healthiest plants from your existing collection
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How to care for tulips in a vase – and prevent them from droopingOur expert florist shares the dos and don'ts to perfectly poised tulips, and explains how to style them like a pro
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What is keyhole gardening? And how to add this sustainable growing system to your backyardThis method of raised bed gardening is an ideal solution if you live in a challenging climate
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How often should I change the water in a vase of flowers? Our expert florist weighs inTo ensure maximum vase life for your cut flowers it is crucial to change the water, but how often should you be doing it?
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How to practice mindful gardening – and cultivate a sense of calmLearn how to be more present in the garden with these simple mindfulness techniques
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Green therapy: how gardening can improve your physical and mental wellbeingThe mood-boosting impacts of gardening are undeniable - we take a closer look at how it really can improve our health
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These are the most romantic spring flowers to give on Valentine's Day – and there’s not a rose in sightDitch the roses on February 14th in favor of these stunning and more sustainable alternatives, says this expert florist
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How to grow winter aconites – for tiny splashes of sunshine in the gardenThese diminutive blooms are ideal for bringing life to your yard in the winter
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How to enclose a wild-ish patch – and transform a natural area of your yardIn this book excerpt, professional forager Tama Matsuoka Wong shows us how to style a wild area, and make it look intentional
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Hot composting – an expert guide on how to get fresh compost in 28 daysHot composting transforms kitchen leftovers and grass clippings into rich compost in just four weeks
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Lessons from a professional forager – get curious, allow plants to fail and embrace invasive weeds, says NYC restaurant supplierDiscover how to reframe your attitude to weeds and forage for edible delicacies right on your doorstep
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What is native planting? Our expert guide to understanding this vital gardening trendDiscover why native planting is so important right now, and how you can get started in your own backyard
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These are the key industry trends we will be embracing in our own backyards – for a sustainable start to the gardening yearDiscover the gardening industry ideas that will provide long-term, stylish solutions to your backyard schemes
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7 mood-boosting ideas for gardeners in winter – to help protect your mental health in JanuaryThe flower beds may not be blooming, but there are still so many ways to connect with your garden and nature during the winter months
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Why is my poinsettia dropping leaves? Tips for healthy holiday plantsDiscover why your poinsettia plant might be dropping leaves, and the best ways to remedy it
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These are the 2024 floral design trends industry pros predict we will be seeing more of in the new yearWhether it’s a deeper connection with nature or bold, exuberant color palettes, these floral trends will dominate in 2024, according to industry experts
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How to help garden birds in winter – 7 ideas for providing shelter and foodDiscover how you can help to support your backyard bird life throughout the coldest months of the year with these expert tips
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How to take hardwood cuttings – Monty Don explains why this is the ideal way to reproduce your favorite plantsNovember is the perfect time to take hardwood cuttings - we share the expert way to do it
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How to choose a rain chain – 4 essential points to consider when selecting a rain chain for your yardWe take a look at which styles of rain chain are most efficient and would work best depending on your local climate
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How to clean a rain chain – essential care tips for these decorative systemsExpert advice on cleaning and maintaining a rain chain, for a long-lasting, efficient rainwater harvesting system
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Monty Don shares the secret to preventing slugs from destroying your plants – and it’s simpler than you might thinkWe all need to know how to stop slugs destroying our plants, and with Monty Don’s expert tips we can be sure to do it in an environmentally-friendly way
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Best lime green houseplants – 5 varieties guaranteed to add zest to your interiorsNeon lime is the hottest plant color trend for 2024, and with our houseplant picks you can add this modern, citrus twist to your home as well as your yard
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How to make a bracken wreath – create stylish fall decor to display indoors or outSimple steps to creating your own decorative fall wreath with all-natural ingredients
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