Latest articles by Sophia Pouget de St Victor
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5 container plants that repel mosquitoes, so you can enjoy al fresco dining in peace this summerIt's the time of year when more of the day is spent outdoors than indoors. But there is nothing as vexing as being attacked by mosquitoes
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Gardeners warned against growing these 5 invasive herbs – and what to do if you want to keep them in your yardHerbs are very forgiving plants to grow, but some do tend to avail themselves of all garden space possible
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Planning your summer getaway? Experts guarantee these 5 houseplants will survive without being watered while you're on vacationThese houseplants will thrive on neglect while you're away this jet-setting season
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Is it too late to plant tomatoes in June? A growing expert shares all you need to know to get a successful fruit cropIt is possible to enjoy a delicious tomato harvest even when planting later in the season
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How to create your own calathea potting soil mix – the perfect recipe to help these temperamental plants flourishIf you love the bold painterly patterns and colorful stripes of calathea plants, it's paramount to get the potting soil just right
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3 classic wallpaper prints interior designers never tire ofThese are the wallpaper prints designers swear by time and time again
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How to grow gardenia – a prolific bloomer with an intense summer fragranceGardenias are loved for their unrelenting flowering potential and their delicious summer scent
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If pests are running riot in your garden, it might be time to unleash the ladybugs – and here's exactly where to buy themDiscover six of the best places to buy these pest-eating insects for effective natural predators
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Are your blooms looking lacklustre? Your soil may be lacking in this one vital nutrient. Here are 5 ways to add nitrogen to your soil for prolific, healthy plantsTo ensure plant health, you must first ensure soil health. To improve soil health, we must add an all-too-often missing ingredient: nitrogen
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The Moorish-inspired courtyard at this year's WOW!house in London is a lesson in carefully managed reduction – here's how to get the lookOur 5 top tips for creating an elegant courtyard space at home
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Should you choose your paint color or your furniture first? Trust me, there is a right order if you want a cohesive schemeDesign has no strict formulas. Nevertheless, there is a sensible and a not-so-sensible order to approaching designing a room – we ask the experts what comes first, paint color or furniture choice?
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Have you heard of Little Greene's Portland Stone? British designers swear it's the perfect neutral paint and it's quietly launched stateside with rave reviewsWhy are so many interior designers (both British and now American) infatuated with Portland Stone by Little Greene?
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5 colors designers warn to never pair with woodWood features in most homes, it's incredibly versatile, however, there are certain shades that will clash rather than complement
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Sherwin-Williams' color of the month is a cooler take on butter yellow – Icy Lemonade is the perfect balance of soft yet sophisticatedIcy Lemonade is Sherwin-Williams' color of the month for June. It's zesty, lively, and effervescent, but can it be grown up enough to use in cool and calm interiors?
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Inside London's WOW!house 2025 – browse the rooms from one of the biggest designer showcases in the worldTake a look inside the biggest design showcase of the year at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour
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6 interior designers on how they would use Sherwin-Williams' most unpopular color – a 'misguided pastel relic' or 'romantic, and calming'?Radiant Lilac has been christened as Sherwin-Williams Loneliest Color for 2025. But what do top interior designers think of this less-than-popular shade?
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Best container plants for privacy – 5 beautiful plants for instant screening and gentle structureThese beautiful container plants will create a sense of refuge and intimacy
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The 6 must-have colors to bring into your home this JuneDelicious summer colors are ripe for adding to interiors this June
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Why, when, and how to propagate a string of dolphins – houseplant experts reveal the steps to follow for successIf you choose to propagate this unique plant, you'll want to take heed of this expert advice
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Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray Vs Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter – both are best sellers but which should you pick?Two of the most loved neutral paints go head-to-head – here’s how Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray and Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter compare, and which one might be the better fit for your home
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Your basil will thrive when paired with these plants – we reveal the best companions, plus the ones to avoidThe best basil companion plants, approved by experts
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Sherwin-Williams' much-loved Sea Salt is the perfect pale green paint to create that nostalgic, easy breezy, Nancy Myers aestheticWe take a deep dive into Sherwin-Williams' Sea Salt – and ever-popular pale green paint that brings a relaxed coastal vibe to any room
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What does having a black front door mean? And is it the right color for your home?First impressions count, and that's why black is a winning choice for many of us when it comes to choosing a front door color. But what does this color mean?
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The balcony gardens at this year's Chelsea Flower Show showcased a new wave of possibilities for urban spaces – here are the key trends I spottedWhat Chelsea Flower Show 2025 balconies tell us - the aesthetic and ecological shifts driving the new garden frontier
