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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Your Garden Made Perfect designer reveals common garden planning mistake
Gardens Manoj Malde shares a garden planning mistake that's incredibly easy to fall into when deciding on the layout for your space.
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Save our birds by building garden ‘love nests', wildlife expert urges
Gardens One in four wild bird species are under threat, and this National Nest Box Week experts are appealing to gardeners to do their bit to stop the rapid decline
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Gardener reveals clever lateral flow test gardening hack using old tests as seed labels
Gardens A gardener has come up with an ingenious way of reusing lateral flow tests, items that every household has to hand right now
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Aldi hanging egg chair is back for just £189.99 - but you'll need to act fast
Shopping If you've always wanted an Aldi hanging egg chair, we have all the details you need to help you get your hands on one
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The one thing you should avoid planting next to a wooden fence
Gardens A gardener has shared a wooden fencing tip to help you avoid headaches further down the line and keep your plants looking their best
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Experts are warning gardeners against threat of the hammerhead flatworm
Gardens The potentially invasive worms could travel overseas through the plant trade, causing a threat to the biodiversity of our soil
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Expert warns gardeners against growing bamboo as house is invaded by the plant
Plants 'I would urge anyone considering planting bamboo to think twice,' says Nic Seal, founder, and MD of Environet UK
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Garden designer reveals the best investment for transforming an outdoor space
Gardens Tayshan Hayden-Smith reminds us that to make a unique outdoor space, you need to spend time developing your skills
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The sellout B&M hanging egg chair is back in stock with a stunning new design
Furniture Act fast! These fantastic hanging egg chairs are guaranteed to sell out quickly
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Drought-tolerant landscaping could be the secret to selling your house
Gardens Selling your home this year? A realtor argues that drought-tolerant landscaping could help secure a sale
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Property expert says you should avoid planting these colors in your garden when selling your home
Gardens A realtor explains why she feels these two colors shouldn't feature in your garden if your home's on the market
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This is the perfect temperature for houseplants, according to a study
Plants New research reveals the perfect temperature for houseplants to make sure our leafy friends grow healthily
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Samsung's new launch promises to revolutionize outdoor movie nights
Outdoor Living The smart projector can be used anywhere and is sure to transform outdoor entertaining
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New lawn cutting service has swapped mowers for a surprisingly effective alternative
Gardens You can now enlist the help of a former dairy cow to cut your grass
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Property experts reveal a simple way your garden can add value to your property
Gardens Sprucing up your garden could dramatically increase your home's value, sparking an emotional 'I must have it' reaction
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Angela Scanlon reveals she came to this realization working on Your Garden Made Perfect
Gardens The garden makeover show is soon making a return
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Meet the kalanchoe - the must-have houseplant of 2022
Plants The house plant has seen a dramatic increase in search last year, and plant retailers predict it will keep growing
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The new Blue Peter Garden will feature at the Chelsea Flower Show 2022
Gardens The new Blue Peter Garden aims to teach children about the importance of the 'forgotten climate solution' beneath our feet
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This disused corner of a garden has been transformed into a chic suntrap with a DIY pergola
Outdoor Living A DIYer has reimagined their space with a pergola and monochrome outdoor furniture
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Monty Don shares a winter apple tree pruning warning
Gardens He explains why too much pruning could potentially lead to a vicious circle and ruin your fruit tree
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Is it too late to plant tulip bulbs?
Gardens We've missed the optimal time to plant them, but you might just get away with it...
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Experts share the secret to protecting your shed from winter weather
Garden Buildings Exposure to the elements can have a 'detrimental' effect, and you should avoid leaving cardboard inside
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This is the worst gardening trend of 2021, according to an expert
Gardens Should we be putting a stop to overgrown gardens?
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The one plant David Domoney will be buying as a gift this Christmas
Plants We asked garden experts how to make sure yours looks good all year round
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