Anna is a keen urban gardener, with David Austin roses and Japanese acers among her favourite plants. She moved into the world of interiors from academic research in the field of literature and urban space a couple of years ago. She's always been interested in how people make houses into homes, and how our concepts of what's stylish change over time.
Latest articles by Anna Cottrell
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5 small space styling tips we're taking from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show container gardens
Gardens The RHS Chelsea Flower show has embraced container gardens – we can't wait to use these clever design tricks in our urban outdoor spaces
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Sarah Raven launches new houseplant range – and names her favourite indoor plants
Plants The gardening guru expands to houseplants – from familiar favourites to more unusual species
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The plants you should plant in your garden to lower your water bill
Plants These plants don't need much watering and can help you conserve water and save on bills
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Can you cut wet grass? Your lawn care question, answered
How tos Can you cut wet grass? Gardening experts weigh in
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RHS launches Planet-Friendly Gardening Campaign to fight climate change
Gardens The Planet-Friendly Gardening Campaign aims to harness the power of 30 million British gardeners to fight climate change
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The fairy garden trend is the most in-demand this year
Gardens It's cute, it's eccentric, and people can't get enough of it
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Wondering what to do with gladioli bulbs when finished flowering? A gardening expert advises
How tos If you want to know what to do with gladioli bulbs when finished flowering, use these helpful tips to make the most of them
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'Remove weeds now', gardening expert says – here's why
Gardens Think weeding is a spring job? Think again, says gardening expert
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Why is my fiddle leaf fig dropping leaves? A plant expert advises
How tos If you're wondering why is my fiddle leaf fig dropping leaves, there's no need to worry. Your plant has a good chance of recovery if you determine the cause
