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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There's a new way to diagnose houseplant problems – and it looks like a Pantone color chart
Plants A brand-new visual guide promises to answer your plant care questions based on the precise color of the leaves
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A flower installation highlights plant extinction – by grafting flowers onto an electric Renault
Gardens Award-winning floral designer Larry Walshe has created an installation in collaboration with Renault to highlight flower extinction due to pollution
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Escape to the Chateau Dick Strawbridge's genius tip for planting mint in a border
Plants Mint is notorious for spreading fast, but Dick Strawbridge has found a brilliant way to grow it in a controlled way
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Why is my poinsettia not turning red? Experts point out the common poinsettia care mistake
Plants Poinsettia not turning red? Plant experts explain the potential reasons
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Experts reveal the secrets to getting a good deal on Black Friday
Shopping If you're shopping for your garden, bear these smart tips in mind
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Why you should keep your orchid in its plastic pot, according to an expert
Plants Planning to plant your orchid in a nice planter? You may want to reconsider, according to experts
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The cacti watering mistake that could be killing your plant
Plants The most common cacti watering mistake people make, according to a plant expert
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Gardening expert says the ideal time to plant a hedgerow is right now
Gardens Daisy Payne urges everyone to plant more hedgerows – and now is the best time to do it
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A British couple is offering £500 for a plant ‘babysitter'
Plants The unusual job listing includes daily singing to plants as a requirement
