Latest articles by Sarah Wilson
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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
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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
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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
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Drought-tolerant landscaping ideas – 8 solutions for a more sustainable backyard design
It's goodbye to water-guzzling lawns and needy plants and hello to drought-tolerant varieties and permeable hardscaping
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These techniques for landscaping with roses will show off these flowers to perfection
With their abundant blooms, classic good looks and fragrant perfume, roses are a garden landscaping must-have
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Climbing plant support ideas – give plants something to ramble over and they will reach new heights
Once your climbing plants have a structure for all their growing endeavours, you'll soon be rewarded with a stylish focal point in your garden too
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Slippery deck solutions – 5 expert ways to prevent dangerous conditions on your decking
Our slippery deck solutions will make the surface of your deck more stable and keep your space safe for entertaining
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Xeriscaping is the eco-friendly, water-wise landscaping method you need to know about
Create an outdoor space that requires minimal water and maintenance, and is environmentally friendly too
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Decking steps ideas – 8 stylish ways to elevate your deck design
Add a professional looking finishing touch to your deck steps with these expert tips
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Hostas care and growing guide – get the most out of these leafy beauties
With bold and beautiful foliage from spring until fall, these lush, easy care plants are a great addition to any garden
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How to grow clematis in pots – expert tips for planting and caring for these beautiful container blooms
Add clematis in containers to your patio or deck this summer for a beautiful way to brighten the space
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Best container plants for shade – 8 pretty choices to lift a dark spot with foliage and flowers
Even if your garden is long on shade, it doesn't have to be short on color with these bright and beautiful container planting choices
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How to create backyard privacy without blocking light – 5 smart solutions for a bright and airy space
Creating a more secluded backyard doesn't have to mean blocking out all of your natural light
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How to make a backyard more private without a fence – 5 screening solutions to try
These clever solutions prove that you don't need a fence to screen your backyard from view
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How to make a patio look bigger – 5 designer-approved ways to maximize the feeling of space
These space-enhancing ideas are easy to adopt if you're looking for quick fixes to get more out of your patio
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How to make a backyard look bigger – 8 space-enhancing tricks that work every time
These simple approaches will stretch the feeling of space in any backyard
