Jacky Parker
Jacky Parker is a London-based freelance journalist and content creator, specialising in interiors, travel and food. From buying guides and real home case studies to shopping and news pages, she produces a wide range of features for national magazines and SEO content for websites
A long-time contributor to Livingetc, as a member of the team, she regularly reports on the latest trends, speaking to experts and discovering the latest tips. Jacky has also written for other publications such as Homes and Gardens, Ideal Home, Red, Grand Designs, Sunday Times Style and AD, Country Homes and Interiors and ELLE Decoration.
Latest articles by Jacky Parker
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"A Well-Ordered Shed Will Inspire You" — 5 Shed Shelving Ideas That Make Organization Look so Pretty
One of our favorite interior stylists shares her tips for making shed shelving a design feature, alongside other inspiring ideas
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5 Things You Should Prune Back in Your Yard in July — What to Trim for Healthy Summer Plants
Advice on cutting back and deadheading over this summer month if you want to keep your garden looking its best, and set to thrive in the months to come
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5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops
Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month
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5 Flowers You Can Still Plant in July for an Extra Burst of Summer Color
Annuals, perennials and flowering herbs to enliven your yard during the hotter months of the year, as suggested by gardening experts
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How Can I Add Storage to a Small Backyard? 6 Ideas to Try That Look as Good as They Are Useful
Maximize your outdoor storage space with these ideas from experts that work even in tiny spaces
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7 Things to Do for Your Lawn in July to Keep Your Grass Healthy in Hot Weather
Follow these simple steps to maintain your lawn during this hotter month to ensure your grass stays looking its best
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10 Tasks to Tackle Today That Will Make Your Backyard Look a Hundred Times Better
Get your backyard summer ready with this checklist of jobs that will make it the space you want to spend all your time in
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5 Hardscaping Materials That Landscape Designers Want You to Use More — And Complement Your Planting Better
What to use for pathways, patios and more according to designers and experts
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Outdoor Furniture Layout Plans for a Small Patio — 5 Ideas Landscape Designers Say You Should Try
Maximize your outdoor living space by adding a touch of character with these tips and tricks from experts
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5 Best Trees For a Wind Break — Protect Your Backyard With These Natural Defences
Slow down gusts and gales and prevent damage with these trees — Oh and the best part is, they're beautiful to gaze upon
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8 Things to Prune in your Garden in June — What Pro Gardeners Say to Trim for a Blooming Backyard
From trees and hedges to shrubs, flowers and vines-the species to snip according to gardening experts
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4 Lawn Care Tasks You Need To Do in June — Follow These Simple Steps for a Healthy and Green Grass
It's time to revive your backyard ahead of the summer season. Here's what you need to do for your lawn to keep it neat and green — according to gardening experts
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5 Things Expert Vegetable Growers Know to Do to Keep Your Soil Rich and Garden Crops Abundant
Expert advice on strategies for soil health and prolific planting, from how to apply fertilizer to the best ways to grow crops together
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Best Trees For a Fence Line — Consider These Natural Beauties to Add Privacy to Your Boundary
Create a green screen around your property for a healthy, natural and beautiful fence line
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These Gorgeous Wood Fence Colors Will Transform the Backyard into the Most Cheerful Space
These wood fence color ideas provide refreshing ways to create a canvas for vertical planting and privacy
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"Vinyl Fences Can be Surprisingly Stylish" — From Privacy and Picket to Lattice and More
Choose the right vinyl fence idea to suit your yard with this expert advice
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6 Deck Furniture Layout Ideas That Work Brilliantly — Even for Furnishing Small Patios
Expert advice on sociable, stylish and comfortable deck furniture layouts that make the most of every inch
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Which Type of Wood Fence Should I Pick? An Expert's Guide to Styles (and Which is Best for Your Yard)
From traditional and rustic to simple, sleek and modern, pick the type of wood fence that works for your home
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How Much Does a New Backyard Fence Cost? From Budget to Blow-out, These Are Your Options
If you're wondering how much a new backyard fence will cost you, we've asked the experts for ballpark figures for all kinds of styles
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5 Ways to Use Indoor Plant Growing Systems to Help Your Crops Thrive — And That Look Amazing, Too
Whether starting out or a seasoned grower, extend your bounty indoors for a constant supply of fresh produce
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'The Entire Livingetc Team Wants One!' Which of the 12 Best White Boucle Sofas Will You Covet the Most?
The 12 best white boucle sofas range from modern to mid-century, large to small, rounded to straight. But they all feel very on-trend and ideal for an elegant living room
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Common Houseplants with Purple Leaves — 5 Names to Learn to Up Your Plant Parent Knowledge
Use these houseplants with purple leaves to mix in colorful foliage for spectacular indoor plant displays
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9 Lawn Tasks You Need to Do in May — How to Treat Turf Now for Healthy Grass This Summer and Beyond
What to do now according to experts
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The 12 Best Serving Bowls — Elevate The Way You Eat And Entertain With Ease
The 12 best serving bowls all have a real sense of easy charm to them, making entertaining or serving family meals a — very stylish — breeze
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