Latest articles by Sarah Wilson
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Best plants for a dry garden – 10 easy-to-grow varieties that are drought tolerant and low maintenance
Pick from our mix of the best plants for a dry garden including a selection of all-time expert favorites
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Hot shades and cool pastels - these 10 color combos for flower pots will give you an instantly elevated backyard
From eye-catching brights to subtly nuanced pastels, the best summer containers show off the most gorgeous color combinations
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How to make a small backyard look bigger - 12 ways landscape designers turn a little space into a haven
Knowing how to make a small backyard look bigger means you can make the most of any outdoor space you have - and these 12 designer ideas will truly make a difference
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10 summerhouse trends that will turn your outdoor build into a heavenly hideaway in your backyard
These irresistible summerhouse ideas add living space as well as offering endless possibilities for how best to use them
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Backyard architecture trends for 2023 - 10 design-forward looks to elevate your outdoor space
Our curated edit of the key backyard architecture trends to know about in 2023
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10 backyard color trends for 2023 - design experts on the shades to elevate your outdoor space
Backyard color trends for 2023 include warm neutrals, nature-inspired earth tones and plenty of vibrant colors - experts explain how to use them
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10 flowerbed trends for 2023 - design-forward planting for backyards, balconies and lawns
Yes, even flowerbed trends exist and the most design-forward backyards are using them to create beautiful borders and good-looking landscapes
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Livingetc's 10 favorite backyards ever to inspire and help elevate your own alfresco space
If you're looking at revamping your outdoor space our round-up of the best backyard ideas will help you nail it
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Garden trends — 19 key trends you'll be seeing in backyards everywhere next year
Garden trends for 2023 are making the most of your outdoor space, turning it into a place to enjoy all year
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10 ideas for small gardens on a budget - how to maximise style for minimal cost
Small gardens on a budget are still easy to make look good. Especially with these clever ways to make the most of your outdoor space without a big spend
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Landscaping ideas - 12 transformative ways the experts would enhance your urban outdoor space
From the patio to the planting, these are the landscaping ideas the experts recommend for a design led-look, ideal for urban backyards
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Front porch ideas - 10 expert ways to transform your entrance and maximize your space
The latest trends for front porch ideas will inspire you to create a truly stylish welcome to your home
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Outdoor tree lighting ideas – 13 ways to highlight your planting once the sun goes down
Decorating foliage and branches with outdoor tree lighting ideas will add a magical look to your night-time garden
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Gazebo ideas – 10 new looks to make this garden must-have work in your space
The best gazebo ideas create room for outdoor living, whether that's relaxing or hosting
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10 rock garden ideas – experts explain how to add a contemporary edge
Rock garden ideas will help transform the design of your landscaping, and here's how the experts make them work
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Front yard landscaping ideas - 12 fresh new designer-approved looks for urban spaces
Boosting curb appeal has never been easier than with these clever front yard landscaping style overhauls
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Pergola ideas - 10 ways expert landscapers switch up outdoor urban spaces
Choose from these inspirational pergola ideas to add a stunning design statement to your backyard
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Dry gardens explained - 10 expert tips for a lush but drought tolerant urban space
Choose the right combination of plants for dry gardens and put them in the right position for a low-maintenance and eco-friendly choice
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The latest garden trend for using color in new ways is ideal for urban spaces
The latest garden trend for using color is easy to follow and creates perfect spaces to entertain
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How to grow pampas grass - new colors, new styles, and why it's suddenly cool again
Feathery pampas grass plumes are having a moment. It’s easy to see why as they make an eye catching focal point in any outdoor space
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Dahlias - when to plant them, how to grow them and expert advice for getting the best blooms
Big and blowsy dahlias are the super stars of the cutting garden. And this expert guide to looking after them will mean you can enjoy them all summer long
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This new garden landscaping trend is both sustainable and will help you create the perfect summer outdoors
Beautiful and sustainable, this new garden landscaping trend ticks all our design and decor boxes
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How to care for azaleas – a guide to looking after these gorgeous shrubs
Find out how to care for azaleas and their brightly colored blooms will soon become the super stars of your Spring garden
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5 things to do right now to get your garden ready for Spring
These five jobs are all you need to do to get your garden Springtime-ready
