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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7 Pothos Varieties That Will Style Up Your Home — Here's How You Can Display Them, Too!
A houseplant for new and experienced plant parents alike, it's time to choose these easy-to-care varieties for to create a lush tropical effect in your home
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5 Bright and Beautiful Mood-Boosting Plants — That Look as Good as They Make You Feel
Studies show that including the right plants in your interior space has a positive effect on your sense of well-being and here's how
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8 Cold-Tolerant Indoor Plants — You Can Make a Statement All Through Winter With These Aesthetic Beauties
Choose the right hardy houseplants and enjoy these green and leafy cold-season wonders
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How to Care for Cyclamen Indoors During Winter — The Bloom That Brings Cozy Cottage-Core Into the Home
You'll get plenty more beautiful blooms from your plants if you follow our expert guide care guide
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5 Christmas Orchid Varieties — With Enticingly Exotic Blooms That You'll Want in Your Home This Festive Season
Beautiful, elegant, and low-maintenance, these are our favorite types of orchids
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6 Houseplants That Thrive in Low-Light Conditions — Dark Corners, We're Coming for You
Thought light-starved rooms were no place for houseplants? Think again
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7 Frost-Resistant Plants for Containers — Hardy, Handsome Heroes to Admire from Inside
Our experts choose the best hardy plants that combine resilience with beauty to offer color and texture right through the cold season
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Festive Foliage — 5 Special Houseplants You Can Gift to Friends and Family Over the Holidays
I mean, who doesn't love receiving houseplants as gifts? Our experts pick the best plants of the holiday season for you to give to loved ones
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7 Small Windowsill Plants — That Will Add Charming Color and Foliage to Your Home In Winter
Bold, bright, and beautiful, these are the varieties you should choose to brighten up your window space and make neighbors jealous
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How to Overwinter a Boston Fern — Lush and Green, Learn What to Do to Protect These Beauties During the Frost
If you've enjoyed this leafy plant in your garden all summer long, now is the time to think about guarding them during the freeze and here's how
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How to Make Window Boxes Look Good in Winter — For a Colorful and Blooming Curb Appeal
The nights are long, and the days are short. With limited light, it's time to brighten things up with these window box schemes
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7 Succulent Garden Ideas That Will Elevate Your Outdoor Space — And Add Beautiful Dimension
Whether you're using them in small vignettes or much larger planting schemes, succulents offer carefully curated moments to the outdoors
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8 Fall Gardening Ideas for a Colorful Seasonal Transition
Here's everything you need to do to revive a faded summer garden and extend the season for as long as you can
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How to Prune Plants the Right Way — 7 Expert Tips to Prepare Your Yard for Fall and Winter
The simple act of cutting back plants (correctly) can have a huge impact on how well they grow
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7 Shade Plants for Containers That Are Perfect for Bringing Interest to Your Yard's Darker Spots
The plants that experts say work best for pots in shady area to fill every corner of container garden
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What Is Partial Shade for Plants? A Garden Writer Explains What This Growing Condition Really Means
If you've ever looked at a plant tag and seen it requires partial shade then wondered what exactly that means you're in the right place
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8 of the Best Perennial Plants for Shade — Bring Dark Corners to Life with These Cool Beauties
If you live in the city your outdoor space is sure to have some dull shady spots. Find out how to brighten an underrated area and turn it into a thing of beauty
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Which Hydrangeas Grow Best in Shade? 6 Varieties That Thrive in Yards With Less Sunlight
Shade is often seen as a disadvantage because it limits the choice of plants you can grow but hydrangeas are very much the exception to the rule
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Plants to Cover a Fence — 10 Pretty Ideas to Grow That Will Give You More Privacy, and Hide Ugly Boundaries
If you're looking for fence-covering plants for optimal privacy, as well as style and aroma, here's what gardening experts recommend you grow
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10 Indoor Flowering Plants That Bloom All Year — Beautiful Picks That Will Bring Color Into Your Home
If you're looking for houseplants that flower spectacularly, then you've come to the right place. Here are a few cheerful blooms to look out for
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How to Divide Perennials And Multiply Your Flourishing Plants For Free
Dividing established perennials is an easy way to fill flowerbeds and create a garden that continues to thrive year after year
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How Far Apart to Plant Tomatoes — The Golden Rule Gardeners Swear by for Better Crops
Temperature isn't the only important growth factor for tomatoes. Spacing your plants incorrectly can affect their performance too
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Mediterranean Garden Ideas — 11 Planting, Landscaping and Design Inspirations for a Sunny Backyard
Tap into the trend for Mediterranean garden ideas to create a dream summer sanctuary where you can take it easy
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9 Mediterranean Garden Plants Landscape Designers Always Choose to Give a Backyard a Vacation Vibe
The easy good looks and soothing scent of these sun-loving Mediterranean garden plants will make you dream of faraway places
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