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I Always Pick These 3 Easy-to-Care-for Plants for My Mediterranean Garden to Make Pots and Raised Planters Feel More Natural and Less 'Upright'
Knowing when to use the right 'spillers' is container gardening 101, and this is the one I'll always reach for in my Mediterranean-inspired back garden
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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Tiny Outdoor Area? No Problem — IKEA's Folding Table Is the Ultimate Small Garden Flex That Saves Space, Neatly Stores Chairs, and Has a Display Shelf for Your Plants
Whether you have a balcony or a small patio, this stylish, multifunctional table makes your compact space work harder
By Debbie Black Published
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I've Just Found a Three-Piece Freestanding Outdoor Kitchen You Can Build Yourself — It's Stylish, Made of Hardy Spruce, and Currently on Sale
On the hunt for an outdoor kitchen that's as stylish as it is functional? These freestanding units have you covered
By Emily Moorman Published
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Don't Be Fooled by the Many, Many Dupes — HAY's Green Palissade Is an Outdoor Furniture Icon You Need to Know
It might have inspired a litany of lookalikes, but HAY's Palissade collection is still in a class of its own
By Tessa Pearson Published
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5 ‘Overambitious’ Things You Probably Shouldn’t Plan Into Your Garden If You’re a Bit of a Beginner
Gardening is for everyone, but you won't want to jump into these ambitious projects if you're inexperienced
By Lilith Hudson Published
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24 Indoor-Outdoor Furniture Finds Designers Are Using to Blur the Boundaries of Your Home
Smart material choices mean your furniture adapts as effortlessly as you do
By Miaad Latoof Published
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I'm Not Super Outdoors-y, but HAY Might Have Just Convinced Me I'd Like Camping (or, at Least, the Look of It) With Its Latest Designer Collaboration
Or perhaps you've always wanted an outdoor kitchen? This is your cheapest (if not chicest) way in
By Emma Breislin Published
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I'd Have Never Known This Sofa Was for a Garden If I Saw It in a Showroom — Its Iconic, Curved Silhouette Looks Good in Rain, Hail, or Shine
The key to an outdoor area that looks and feels like an extension of your home all starts with the sofa
By Olivia Emily Published
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Stop Ignoring Your Balcony — These 28 Curated Finds, Perfect for Small Outdoor Spaces, Will Turn It Into an Urban Retreat
A stylist’s guide to making the most of a small balcony with compact seating, layered textiles, clever greenery, and lighting that brings the space to life
By Miaad Latoof Published
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IKEA Might Just Have the Best Mix-and-Match Outdoor Kitchen — It Looks 'Built-In' on a Budget, and Works for Any Size of Garden
From a complete kitchen island to a simple utensil rack, this modular collection has something for every space
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I'm Using the Japanese Philosophy of Hanami to Rethink How to Plant a Garden for Spring
Literally translating to 'flower viewing', this concept will frame your gardenscape beautifully
By Amiya Baratan Published
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This IKEA Pergola Is a Best-Seller, but I've Just Found Somewhere Selling a Similar Style in More Sizes, and for Much Less
A design-forward pergola adds a whole new room to your home and stretches out your summer days
By Emma Breislin Published
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I’ve Always Loved This Garden From the Livingetc Archives for Its ‘Designer-Lamp’ Style Patio Heater — It’s Such a Design Statement, and Practical Too
This patio heater isn't only a practical spring must-have, it also doubles as a sculptural piece of outdoor furniture
By Lilith Hudson Published
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You'd Never Guess This Sleek £150 Outdoor Dining Table Is From IKEA — And It Conveniently 'Grows' With Your Guest List
With a slated wooden top and modern powder-coated metal legs, this outdoor dining table looks way more expensive than it is
By Olivia Emily Published
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4 Things You'll Really Want to Avoid in Windy, Exposed Gardens — Experts Share What to Do Instead for a Space That Thrives
An exposed garden doesn't have to be a disaster, so long as you know how to design it — experts share exactly what you need to do in these types of areas
By Maya Glantz Published
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I Asked Outdoor Furniture Designers: What Is the One Thing We Need in Our Gardens This Year? This Is What They Said
It's about color, comfort, and designing a space that caters to the way you live
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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I've Found a Stylish, Low-Effort, and Low-Cost Way to Create an Instant Garden Path, Without Calling the Landscape Designers — This Roll Out Wooden Walkway Is a Game Changer
This chic and versatile garden pathway can be easily rolled out or stored away, depending on your needs — and the best part? It’s super affordable, too
By Debbie Black Published
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Sorry, Gravel Patios Might Seem Easy, but They're Not Always a Good Idea — Landscapers Weigh Up the Pros and the Cons for This Hardscape Option
If you're wondering whether a gravel patio is the right fit for your garden, our experts will help you decide if it's the right material for you
By Maya Glantz Published
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5 Things to Do Now to Make Your Front Garden Look More Welcoming — They'll Add Major Curb Appeal and Set Your Lawn Up for Spring
Since this is the first place people see when they approach your home, it's a good idea to get it in shape for the season of blooms
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These 3 Patio Layout Tricks Will Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Double the Size, Without Necessarily Having More Paving in Your Garden
Even the smallest of patios can feel so much roomier with these clever, expert-approved layout tricks
By Maya Glantz Published
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I Want a California-Inspired Garden — These Are the 5 Things a Los Angeles-Based Landscaper Says Are a Must-Have, and How to Adapt Them Even If You Live in the City
I asked a California-based landscape designer to share the key components of this style of outdoor space, so that I could turn mine from chaotic to calm
By Debbie Black Published
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I Picked Modern Slatted Fence Panels for My Garden — Here's 5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Did
If you're planning a garden makeover, these slatted panels might seem like the most contemporary, stylish option, but they come with some downsides, too
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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When Is the Best Time to Buy Garden Furniture? The Experts Say There's a 'Golden Window', and It's Sooner Than You May Think
It's not just about knowing the hottest trends; this is what you need to know this year to make the most of your outdoor space
By Maya Glantz Published
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This Patio Color Is the One Experts Told Me They'd Always Pick If You Hate the Idea of Having to Power Wash Your Paving Every Few Months
Not only does it add to the visual appeal of your backyard, but it's super low-maintenance
By Amiya Baratan Published
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IKEA's 3-in-1 Privacy Screen Is a Small Garden Savior — With Storage That Becomes an Extra Seat, It Maximizes Space While Blocking Nosy Neighbors in Style
This versatile garden divider is ideal for any type of outdoor space, from balconies and terraces to larger backyards for clever zoning and privacy
By Debbie Black Published
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5 of the Biggest Outdoor Furniture Trends for 2026 That You Should Know Before You Even Consider Buying a New Patio Set This Year
Here's what designers from some of the top outdoor furniture brands want to see more of in gardens this season
By Olivia Wolfe Published
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Habitat's Best-Selling £25 Garden Parasol Is Back in New Colors and Prints (but Probably Not for Long, It Sold Out Last Year)
It's our pick of the parasols this summer, and even though sunshine might seem far off, it's worth planning ahead
By Nicky Rampley-Clarke Published
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8 Garden Trends That Experts Suggest Should Guide Your 2026 Projects — What to Plant, How to Style Yours, and Ways to Help Nature Thrive
Don't wait until June to get your garden in order; we've already figured out this year's biggest trends, so you can be ahead of the curve
By Maya Glantz Published
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IKEA Quietly Added New Outdoor Lighting to Its SOLVINDEN Collection — These Chic Lights Are the Simple and Effective Upgrade My Garden Needs Right Now
Those spring evenings in the garden are right around the corner, and these stylish outdoor lights are just what my currently neglected space requires
By Debbie Black Published
