Jacky Parker
Jacky Parker is a freelance lifestyle journalist and digital editor with 20 years of experience in the industry. She produces a wide range of features spanning modern interiors, garden design, eco living, and wellbeing for magazines and digital platforms.
She started her writing career at Livingetc and has subsequently written for Future’s other interior and lifestyle brands including Homes & Gardens, Ideal Home and Country Homes & Interiors both as a freelance contributor and as a staff member, with stints as acting digital editor (Livingetc) and acting style content editor (Country Homes & Interiors).
A long-time contributor to Livingetc, as a member of the team, Jacky regularly reports on the latest interior, garden and lifestyle trends, speaking to experts, researching ideas and discovering the latest tips.
Her work has also featured in national and international publications including Sunday Times Style, The Telegraph, The Guardian, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Red, Elle Decoration, Belle Australia, Grand Designs and more.
When she is not at her desk, she is planning her next jaunt and juggling various projects.
Latest articles by Jacky Parker
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Is Decking or Patio the Better Choice for Good-Looking Gardens in 2025?
Weigh up the pros and cons of these different styles and work out which is best for your backyard with advice from experts
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How to Use Plants to Make Your Garden More Secure — They Can Make Surprisingly Good Deterrents, While Looking Good, too
Discover what plant species to choose and where to plant them for added security
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10 Maximalist Garden Ideas to Create a Beautifully Bold Escape in Your Outdoor Space
Step into your own secret retreat with these maximalist ideas from garden designers and landscaping experts
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It Will Fill Your Garden With Beautiful Scents — 10 Ways to Landscape With Lavender That Make This Mediterranean Shrub Looks Its Best
Discover the many different ways you can use this attractive, pollinator-friendly perennial in your landscape
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10 Fence Line Landscaping Ideas — Contemporary and Classic Combinations for Beautiful Borders
Line boundaries with these plants, shrubs, and trees for a lush landscape that suits your space
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10 Garden Screening Ideas That Will Create Boundaries, Hide Eyesores, and Give You All the Privacy You Could Wish for
Whether you want privacy, different zones or a pretty property boundary, discover some attractive screening ideas that garden designers and landscapers suggest
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8 Garden Canopy Ideas to Create Shelter for Your Outside Space in Style
Enjoy your outdoor space for longer with these beautiful canopy ideas from garden designers and landscapers
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How to Design a Small Garden — 10 Steps to Turn a Tiny Space Into a Flourishing Oasis
Follow this advice from professionals for a garden to be proud of, whatever its size
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15 Urban Garden Ideas That Will Make Even Busy City Spaces Feel Like a Retreat
Garden designers and landscapers explain how to get the best from urban outside spaces
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How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City
Discover the stylish ideas and clever tricks garden designers use to create privacy, so you can enjoy your outside space without an audience.
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How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger — 10 Insider Tricks From Garden Designers
Discover the clever ideas and nifty tricks landscapers and garden designers use to create an illusion of more outdoor space
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Which Are the Best Houseplants for Releasing Oxygen? 7 Picks That Will Bring a Sense of Freshness to Your Home
Breathe new life into your home with indoor plants that will 'cleanse' your space at the same time
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When Should I Start Planting for Spring? Time It Right for Beautiful Blooms and Bountiful Crops in Your Courtyard
Start sowing seeds indoors now if you want to get ahead start...
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How to Clean Metal Garden Furniture — And Prepare Your Space for Al Fresco Dining
An expert guide to freshen up your furniture for the seasons ahead and get ready for those lavished outdoor dinner parties
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Small? Check — Fragrant? Check — 6 Shrubs to Plant That Will Smell Amazing on a Balcony or in a Micro Garden
When outdoor space is at a premium, these are the plants you should get in your planters to bring sweet scents come springtime
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Fragrant Flowers for Shade — Fill Even the Darkest of Corners With These 7 Lush and Scented Varieties
Just because your garden isn't the brightest, doesn't mean you shouldn't be able to have it filled with sweet-smelling flowers. Here's what to plant
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7 Things You Should Never Leave Outside in Winter — and How to Safely Store Them
Ensure your garden tools and equipment stay in good condition with this expert advice
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7 Fragrant Plants for Patios — Perfect for Perfumed Pots, Year Round
Choose these fragranced plants for your patio. Approved by gardening experts, they will help you create an uplifting space that will soothe your senses
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When to Prune Wisteria — Expert Advice to Guarantee Beautiful Blooms Come Spring
Trim this vigorous plant when it's dormant for a spectacular show in the upcoming seasons
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How to Clean Houseplant Leaves — Experts Say You Should Follow These Steps for Healthy and Flourishing Foliage
Dust-free leaves are essential to a plant's survival. Here, the professionals explain why
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How Often Should I Water Succulent Plants? Plus, the Warning Signs You're Over-Watering, Too
Watering techniques that will ensure your houseplants thrive and continue to grow beautifully
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6 Best Plants to Propagate in Water — Discover How You Can Easily Double Your Favorite Foliage
Increase your collection or make gifts with this simple plant propagation technique with the guidance of our plant and gardening experts
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How to Revive Frost-Damaged Plants — 3 Simple Ways to Rescue Your Beloved Backyard Foliage
A cold freeze needn't spell the end for unprotected plants if you follow these expert-approved tips
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When to Prune Fruit Trees — From Dwarf Lemon to Apple, Here's How You Can Cut Back Your Potted Greens
Trim these trees during dormancy for a bountiful summer harvest
By Jacky Parker Published