Sarah Wilson
Lifestyle journalist Sarah Wilson writes about flowers, plants, garden design and trends. She has studied introductory garden and landscape design and floristry, and also has an RHS Level 2 qualification in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development. In addition to homesandgardens.com and livingetc.com she's written for gardeningetc.com, Real Homes, Modern Gardens and Country Homes & Interiors magazines. Her first job was at Elle magazine, during which time a trip to the beautiful La Colombe d'Or in St-Paul-de-Vence led to an interest in writing about all things botanical. Later as lifestyle editor at Country Homes & Interiors magazine the real pull was the run of captivating country gardens that were featured.
Latest articles by Sarah Wilson
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How to winterize mums – follow our expert advice to protect these fall favorites
Find out about winterizing mums to give your plants the best chance of survival when the cold weather arrives
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8 of the best low-maintenance trees to make a front yard look expensive
Every stylish front yard landscape needs a tree to anchor the design. Find out how to nail the look with these easy choices suggested by tree experts
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How do you clean houseplant leaves? This is how plant experts tackle the task
Find out how to clean houseplant leaves the natural way to get the best results for happy and healthy-looking leaves
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How to make a small backyard look bigger – 10 clever ways to max out your space
These inspirational design ideas show you the best ways to make a small backyard look bigger, combining practicality and good looks
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How to make a small front yard look bigger – 10 stylish ways to help stretch your space
You may be short on yardage but if you're inventive and have an eye for detail you can still make your small front yard look bigger by taking inspiration from our expert tips
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The top 5 terrarium care mistakes you need to avoid, according to houseplant experts
Our expert tips on terrarium care mistakes show just how easy it is to keep your terrarium looking good as long as you avoid these common pitfalls
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Best climbing plants for shade – 10 pretty ways to bring flowers and foliage into light-starved areas
Choose climbing plants that shine in the shade to enhance gloomy parts of the garden where sun lovers will languish
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Best climbing plants for the front of the house – 10 expert choices to enhance your front yard
Choose pretty climbing plants that will transform the front of your house into something extra special
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10 of the best plants to cover a shed – inspirational ideas to make planting (not timber) the focus of attention
Enhance a wooden shed by surrounding and covering the exterior with pretty planting to turn it into an eye-catching addition to your backyard
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Best climbing plants for arches – 10 easy ideas to help you create a beautiful garden feature
Covered in pretty climbing plants an ornamental garden arch makes an attractive addition to your yard and is a practical way to make more space for growing
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Best plants to cover a wall – 10 ideas for a fabulous sweep of flowers and foliage
Choose the prettiest flowering plants and evergreens to transform a dull wall into a real focal point in the garden
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Why is my deck paint peeling? Experts pinpoint the problems – and the solutions
There are many reasons why your deck paint is peeling, and most will be down to reasons that you can tackle and fix for a long-lasting finish
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How to water a cactus – and how getting it wrong is the quickest way to kill your plant
Despite their easy-going nature, when it comes to watering cacti, there are plenty of ways you can get it wrong. This is how to water a cactus properly
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Best plants to cover a fence – 10 ways to disguise a fence with beautiful flowers and foliage
Transform your fence into a fabulous flowering focal point that showcases the best climbing plants
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10 indoor plants that flower all year round – choose from our expert recommendations for non-stop blooms
There's so much more to houseplants that greenery. These flowering indoor plants will add a touch of beauty to your interior look to enjoy all year round
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Front yard paving ideas – 10 expert suggestions to elevate your design with a professional-looking touch
Take your exterior look up a level with front yard paving ideas that add a beautiful design element
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10 front door plants that will add a decorative touch to your home's entrance
The joy of these front door plants is that they're multi-tasking and work equally well in planters, hanging baskets or borders
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Front yard rock landscaping ideas – 10 eye-catching ways to introduce stones and boulders to your space
These ideas for landscaping your front yard with rocks will enhance your design and boost the curb appeal
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How to design a drought-tolerant yard – a 5-step plan for a space that will thrive with limited water
Plan a drought-tolerant yard that's sustainable, looks beautiful, and also reduces your water usage
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How to get rid of cucumber beetles – expert tips to make sure these bugs don't kill your crops
Cucumber beetles destroy foliage and flowers but, even worse, they carry a bacteria that can cause your cucumbers to wilt and die
By Sarah Wilson Published
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No-grass front yard ideas – 10 ways to say goodbye to that dry patch of lawn
Getting rid of turf in your front yard can open up a world of interesting design and planting possibilities
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Can you water plants with milk? Experts reveal the pros and cons of using it to hydrate plants
There's a lot being said about watering plants with milk so we asked our team of experts to set the record straight
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9 garden water-saving tips to help parched yards – and save on your water bills
These simple water-saving solutions will help you cut back on your water usage without harming the health of your plants
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Can you water plants with bath water? Experts reveal the pros and cons
Whether or not you decide to use bath water to hydrate your plants depends on several factors – here's what you need to know
By Sarah Wilson Published