Millie Hurst
Millie Hurst has worked in digital journalism for five years, having previously worked as a Senior SEO Editor at News UK both in London and New York. She joined the Future team in early 2021, working across several brands, including Gardeningetc. Now, she is Senior Content Editor at Ideal Home, taking care of evergreen articles aimed at inspiring people to make the most of their homes and outdoor spaces. With a background in busy newsrooms, she is always hunting down homes news stories, looking up trending terms and interviewing celebrities about their homes. She lives on her own in North London in a small but sunny flat with lots of lovingly cared-for houseplants and window boxes. When she isn’t working, Millie loves reading about interior design, encouraging people to try the 30-day Minimalism Game (look it up!) and seeking out second-hand treasures at antique centres and car boots. She believes a clean and clutter-free space you love coming home every day to is the best secret weapon you could possibly have for your wellbeing.
Latest articles by Millie Hurst
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Expert warns against houseplant hack using sponges to retain water
Plants This plant-care tip is unlikely to make life easier
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Gardening expert reveals her favorite plant for garden color all year round
Gardens The gardening enthusiast reveals a key plant to brighten the winter months
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IKEA releases instructions for repurposing old furniture into a brand new garden feature
Gardens If you're planning a DIY project this week, check if you have any of these old IKEA pieces you could transform
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4 rose-growing secrets from Buckingham Palace rose garden
Plants There's lots to learn from the Buckingham Palace rose garden, from pruning to replanting and which specific variety to grow
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Why pot-scaping is the garden trend you need to know about
Gardens Pot-scaping is well worth trying, whether you have a large garden, a small city balcony or no outdoor space at all
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Monty Don shares four nature-friendly pond care tips for helping local wildlife
Gardens He explains that it is possible to have a pond that's both an attractive garden feature and a place for wildlife to thrive
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The three paint colors you need to liven up your garden this summer, according to experts
Gardens Take note before you smarten up your deck or fence
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A couple give their garden an on-trend makeover with a pergola, fire pit and DIY water feature
Gardens They've taken a plain back garden and made it into a calming retreat with DIY know-how
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Black bottom pools are the divisive new backyard trend you need to know about
Outdoor Living Pool design is going to the dark side
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The world's most popular garden renovation project of 2021 revealed
Gardens Have you taken on this garden project this year?
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Gardening expert reveals a common mistake new gardeners make when planning a garden
Gardens Gardening expert reveals the common mistake new gardeners make when planning a garden
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The three unusual smelling flowers you didn't know about
Plants Bring areas of interest to your garden with unexpected scents including coffee, chocolate and tea
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Florist reveals a secret that will keep homegrown cut flowers fresh for longer
Plants Remember this step for lovely long-lasting blooms straight from the garden
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Sarah Raven says this is the one flower you should grow for your wedding bouquet
Gardens These delicate blooms add gorgeous color and fragrance, plus a wild, cottage garden feel to your wedding day flowers
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Twitter-famous gardener Gerald Stratford explains why big veg is the future
Grow Your Own The big veg gardener says growing larger vegetables will make a lot of sense in the years to come
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An Alexa is the unexpected tool you need to help your garden grow – here’s why
Outdoor Living Order birdseed or compost without lifting a finger and get answers to your gardening queries
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Celebrity gardener shares his watering secret to keep your plants looking great all summer
Gardens Rob Smith knows a thing or two about maintaining a garden
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The important reason why you shouldn't hang a mirror in your garden in Spring
Outdoor Living A mirror is a brilliant way of bringing the indoors out but can pose a risk to the wild birds in your garden
By Millie Hurst • Published
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This BBQ cleaning tip will leave your grill sparkling, according to a metals expert
Outdoor Living Try this chemical-free trick for a clean barbecue ready for alfresco grilling
By Millie Hurst • Published
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The surprising landscaping trick that can help to burglar-proof your home
Landscaping The simple tip might make your house a lot less appealing to intruders
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Gardening expert shares the best flowers to grow in the cracks in stone walls
Gardens The beautiful blooms will bring unexpected bursts of color to your garden boundaries
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Expert reveals a simple repotting mistake we often make with our houseplants
Plants Repotting is quite an upheaval for your plants, so make sure you're doing it correctly
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Expert shares the one garden trend to avoid if you want to protect wildlife
Gardens This divisive garden feature does nothing to help local bees, butterflies and hedgehogs
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Beekeepers reveal easy ways to attract bees to your garden this World Bee Day
Gardens Read these simple tips to help us support our pollinators and the planet
By Millie Hurst • Published