Jacky Parker

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Interiors and Lifestyle Writer/Editor at Freelance

Contributing Writer at Living Etc

Interiors & lifestyle writer / content editor. Likes cake, sunshine and people power. Always on the lookout for stylish or interesting homes.

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7 of the fastest growing flowers to plant in spring for early summer blooms

4 days ago | homesandgardens.com | Jacky Parker

Wondering what to plant in your yard for early summer color? Choose the fastest growing flowers to plant in spring and you'll have a palette of pretty hues by June. Now is a good time to sow seeds, especially if you'd like some early summer blooms. The best fast growing plants can flower in six to eight weeks, bringing new color, texture and interest to your containers, beds and borders as the new season begins.
7 of the fastest growing flowers to plant in spring for early summer blooms

4 days ago | flipboard.com | Jacky Parker

2 hours agoUpdate, April 20, 2025: This story, originally published April 19, has been updated with information regarding structural email sender authentication protections, which were seemingly bypassed in this latest Gmail attack campaign. Protecting your accounts and data is getting harder and more complex, …
How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City

5 days ago | msn.com | Jacky Parker

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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

5 days ago | livingetc.com | Jacky Parker

It's lovely to have outside space in a city — a pocket of green amongst the brick, concrete, metal, and glass can be a welcome respite. Yet these prized areas are often overlooked by neighboring properties or passers-by. Knowing how to make an urban garden more private will enable you to relax and enjoy your space more. Whether you're concerned about prying eyes in your garden or want your yard to feel more enclosed, professional garden designers are used to overcoming these challenges.
How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City | Flipboard

5 days ago | flipboard.com | Jacky Parker

9 hours agoWhen the warmer months finally arrive, the opportunity to extend your living space outdoors does too. The best outdoor solar lights achieve just that. And no shade to daylight activities—after all, who doesn’t appreciate a bright lawn or a glittering pool—but comfortable nights under the stars can …
7 plants never to grow next to fruit trees – avoid these potentially destructive pairings if you want bumper crops

1 week ago | msn.com | Jacky Parker

Microsoft Cares About Your PrivacyMicrosoft and our third-party vendors use cookies to store and access information such as unique IDs to deliver, maintain and improve our services and ads. If you agree, MSN and Microsoft Bing will personalise the content and ads that you see. You can select ‘I Accept’ to consent to these uses or click on ‘Manage preferences’ to review your options and exercise your right to object to Legitimate Interest where used.
7 plants never to grow next to fruit trees – avoid these potentially destructive pairings if you want bumper crops

1 week ago | homesandgardens.com | Jacky Parker

A garden with fruit trees is a delight for many, especially when filled with their beautiful bounty. The joy of picking an apple, pear or plum straight from a tree is good for the soul in our fast-paced world. So it's disappointing when a much anticipated harvest is not forthcoming. There are various reasons for a poor fruit crop - and often it's due to the weather. However, one of the lesser known reasons is companion planting mistakes.
How to fix leggy seedlings – horticulturists share exactly how to save them, and avoid the issue in future

2 weeks ago | msn.com | Jacky Parker

Microsoft Cares About Your PrivacyMicrosoft and our third-party vendors use cookies to store and access information such as unique IDs to deliver, maintain and improve our services and ads. If you agree, MSN and Microsoft Bing will personalise the content and ads that you see. You can select ‘I Accept’ to consent to these uses or click on ‘Manage preferences’ to review your options and exercise your right to object to Legitimate Interest where used.
How to fix leggy seedlings – horticulturists share exactly how to save them, and avoid the issue in future

2 weeks ago | homesandgardens.com | Jacky Parker

If you've planted seeds during the winter, it's an exciting time when they start to germinate and emerge in spring. Yet, that hopeful anticipation can soon be dashed if those little green sprouts look weak and spindly. However, it doesn't signal the end; it's entirely possible to fix leggy seedlings. Whether you're growing ornamentals or edibles, most seedlings, especially those started indoors, can have a tendency to go 'leggy' if you're not careful.
How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger — 10 Insider Tricks From Garden Designers

2 weeks ago | livingetc.com | Jacky Parker

Urban living has many advantages, but one downside is the minimal (if any) outside space that accompanies our homes. Thankfully, landscapers have numerous ways to make a small garden look bigger. Deceiving the eye is a trick that many garden (and interior) designers employ. This can give the illusion of more space, and it's simple to do in your garden, when you know how.

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Articles

7 of the fastest growing flowers to plant in spring for early summer blooms

7 of the fastest growing flowers to plant in spring for early summer blooms

How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City

How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City

How to Make an Urban Garden More Private — 8 Easy Ways to Keep Prying Eyes Away When You're Overlooked in the City | Flipboard

7 plants never to grow next to fruit trees – avoid these potentially destructive pairings if you want bumper crops

7 plants never to grow next to fruit trees – avoid these potentially destructive pairings if you want bumper crops

How to fix leggy seedlings – horticulturists share exactly how to save them, and avoid the issue in future

How to fix leggy seedlings – horticulturists share exactly how to save them, and avoid the issue in future

How to Make a Small Garden Look Bigger — 10 Insider Tricks From Garden Designers

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