Latest articles by Matilda Bourne
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8 of the Best Flowers You Can Eat to Grow in Your Own Yard — "Use Them for Your Summer Salads!"
From squash blossoms to pansies, get the experts' advice on how to grow your own edible flowers and wow everyone at your next dinner party
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Naturalistic Planting Design is the Trend Landscape Designers Swear by for Yards That Feel Soft, Pretty and Welcoming
Want a slice of the hottest trend in luxury landscapes? We've brought the experts in to reveal the secrets behind naturalistic landscape designs and how we can achieve it at home
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Matte vs Gloss Paint — Which Finish to Use Where (and Which is Best for Your Wall Paneling Project)
Head into your next painting project with confidence using our pro guide on picking between matte vs gloss paint as the best finish for all your DIY needs
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11 of the Best "Dwarf Trees" That Make a Beautiful Centerpiece for Even the Smallest of Yards
Don't let a small yard get in the way of your landscape aspirations, take a look at which dwarf trees get the experts' seal of approval
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How to Revive Hydrangea Plants — Gardening Knowhow to Make Sure Your Flowers Return to Form This Spring
It's time to give your hydrangea plants so attention to ensure they come back happy and healthy later in the season
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5 ‘Musts’ When Planting Peonies in Spring — It's Not Too Late, But You Might Not Want to Wait Much Longer
Time is running out to get onboard this year's peony season, so here's the only guide you need for planting these blousy blooms ASAP!
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How to Revive Lavender — 4 Tricks to Make Sure Your Plants Come Back Looking Beautiful This Year
A 5-step expert guide on how to revive lavender will help ensure your plants are looking fresh for spring
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The 5 Non-Negotiable Tasks For Shed Maintenance — and Why You Need to do Them Now, Say Experts
The expert’s guide on restoring your shed like a pro and making sure it stays waterproof for longer
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Where to Plant Lavender — 4 Tips From Landscape Designers for Beautiful Yards and Healthy Plants
Experts love this fragrant flower, but how and where should you incorporate it into your garden design?
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'We’ve Been Arranging Outdoor Pots Wrong This Whole Time' — This is How Pros Design With Plants
Turns out there’s a serious art to a successful outdoor potted plant arrangement, and we’ve got the secret thanks to some expert advice
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5 of the Best Plants for a Balcony — Beautiful Picks for Small Spaces (and Even One Vegetable!)
Luxury urban balcony designer Thomas Little offers up his best balcony plants for high-end design
