Holly Crossley
The garden was always a big part of Holly's life growing up, as was the surrounding New Forest where she lived. Her appreciation for the great outdoors has only grown since then. She's been an allotment keeper, a professional gardener, and a botanical illustrator – plants are her passion. But, she loves all things digital too. She joined the team at Gardeningetc after working as a freelance content creator for a web agency, whilst studying for her M.Sc. in Marketing. Now she feels lucky enough to combine both digital and botanical worlds, every day.
Latest articles by Holly Crossley
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How to keep squirrels off bird feeders: 3 easy ways to deter these critters
How To If you want to welcome more feathered friends to your plot you may need to know how to keep squirrels off bird feeders – our guide explains
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Geranium propagation: simple steps for making more pelargoniums
Plants Our expert guide on geranium propagation has all the tips you need for taking cuttings and sowing seeds
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Christmas window lighting ideas: 10 ways to brighten up your home this holiday season
Ideas We've rounded up our favorite Christmas window lighting ideas for spreading festive cheer
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How to get rid of squirrels in the garden: deter these pests from your plot
How To Wondering how to get rid of squirrels in the garden? We've got lots of tips on how to naturally ward these critters off
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Bulb planting mistakes: 6 things to avoid when preparing your spring garden
Plants Stay clear of these common bulb planting mistakes for a better chance of a beautiful springtime display
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The gnome Christmas tree trend we'll be recreating this holiday season
Ideas Add a gnome Christmas tree to your festive decor – the perfect way to spread festive cheer
By Holly Crossley Published
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Bonfire Night ideas: 13 suggestions for memorable get-togethers outdoors
Ideas Our Bonfire Night ideas will get you prepared for a magical celebration this autumn
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What is the best wood to use on a fire pit? Top tips on the types of timber to choose
Outdoor Living Our guide to the best wood for fire pits will help you get a long-lasting burn without excess smoke or sparks
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Bokashi composting: a guide to what it is and how to get started
How To With help from the experts, we explain all you need to know about bokashi composting so you can try it in your backyard
By Holly Crossley Published
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Snow mold: how to prevent this common winter lawn problem
How To Protect your grass from snow mold disease with our advice
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What are the worst rhododendron problems? The issues experts say you should look out for
Plants Keep your shrub in top health by avoiding these common rhododendron problems
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How to protect new grass from frost: 4 tips for winter-proofing your freshly-laid turf or seed
How To Learn how to protect new grass from frost and you can get your lawn off to a healthy start despite colder weather
By Holly Crossley Published
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Wondering how to prune fig trees? The experts share their top tips for success
Grow Your Own Learning how to prune fig trees the right way will give you better-shaped plants with maximum yields
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Pruning rhododendrons: get it right with these tips
Plants Pruning rhododendrons isn't difficult once you know how – and will reward you with healthier, better-looking shrubs
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Lawn care for winter: how to look after grass throughout the colder months
How To These tips on lawn care for winter will help keep your turf healthy despite inclement weather
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to store dahlia tubers: a simple step-by-step guide
Plants By learning how to store dahlia tubers, you can keep them protected from winter weather and then re-plant them next year for more fabulous flowers
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Front yard lighting ideas: 8 ways to give your home a welcoming glow
Ideas Our front yard lighting ideas are not just stylish – they're good for increasing your plot's security levels, too
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How and when to plant gladioli bulbs, plus expert growing tips for a stunning summer display
Plants Our advice on how and when to plant gladioli bulbs will help you grow these structural flowers in your garden
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How to winterize strawberry plants: protect your crops with these tips
Grow Your Own We've got the advice you need on how to winterize strawberry plants so you can keep them in good health for next year's fruits
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Pink flowers: 16 pretty perennials for giving your garden a rosy glow
Plants We've rounded up our favorite pink flowers for brightening garden borders
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How to get rid of rats from your yard: 5 tips to keep these rodents away
How To These easy and humane methods on how to get rid of rats from your yard will help deter these pests
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Landscaping with lights: 16 enchanting ways to illuminate your space
Ideas Landscaping with lights will transform any backyard into a dramatic and atmospheric nighttime scene
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Bypass vs anvil pruners – which is the right tool for you?
Garden Tools Unsure on the differences when it comes to bypass vs anvil pruners? We explain, so you can get the best results in your garden
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Types of alliums: 15 beautiful bulbs for your garden
Plants We've rounded up our top types of alliums for adding statement structure to borders and pots
By Holly Crossley Published
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