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 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
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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
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Gardening expert Adam Frost shares his top tips to get burnt grass green again
Landscaping A few simple steps and your scorched lawn will be on the mend
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Paint your deck in minutes with this hack that is going viral on social media
Landscaping If your deck needs a lick of paint, this trick will save your knees
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The virtual Chelsea Flower Show 2021 is just around the corner - here’s when to catch it and what to expect
Gardens The Chelsea Flower Show has been postponed until September, but an online event is here to fill the gap in the gardening calendar until then
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This unusual houseplant care tip involves adding oats into the soil – but does it work?
Plants We ask gardening experts if oats will help wilting houseplants to grow
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Before and after: DIY fan transforms dead space in garden into compact outdoor kitchen
Outdoor living This patio has received a huge upgrade with this functional and compact outdoor kitchen space
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Monty Don shares secret weapon for growing herbs in a pot
Gardens This simple tip will help them to grow healthily
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Experts reveal the ways you could be breaking the law in your garden
Gardens Legally speaking, you should return hedge trimmings to the owner
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The daisy tree is the big garden trend we're loving this spring
Plants Bring a splash of color to your garden or doorstep with these charming little trees
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Social media is raving about this product that will protect your garden furniture from spills and stains
Furniture It could be your secret weapon for keeping outdoor furniture looking as good as new
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Comfort planting – everything you need to know about the latest gardening trend
Plants The comfort planting trend celebrates finding joy and consolement in our gardens
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Expert shares garden privacy hack to help create a secluded spot
How To This tip might just make creating a garden hideaway easier than you first thought
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Experts share their verdict on BBQ cleaning hacks – from beer to using an onion
Outdoor Living BBQ season is here, and there are some unconventional methods out there to leave yours sparkling
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Expert reveals tip for creating perfect lawn stripes
Gardens Because there's nothing wrong with wanting an immaculate lawn
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This hack to clean rusty garden furniture uses an unconventional product you have in your cupboard
How To Clean rusty garden furniture with this one item you almost certainly have in your kitchen
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Cleaning fans say you can keep cut roses fresh with lemonade – but does it really work?
Plants There are all kinds of tricks out there to keep cut roses fresh – we ask experts about this hack
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See how a couple created a stunning outdoor kitchen from an old BBQ and decking boards
Outdoor Living This grey outdoor kitchen cost less than £100 to create thanks to some eBay finds and a clever decking hack
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Never use a BBQ on top of artificial grass, experts warn
Gardens Don't make this mistake if you want to keep your artificial grass looking lush this spring
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Stop pot plants from drying out with gardening expert David Domoney's easy hack
Plants This unconventional tip allows you to sit back and let nature do its thing
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The Royal Horticultural Society will be peat-free by 2025
Gardens The pledge to stop using peat entirely by mid-decade is good news for the planet – here's how you can help, too
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Two things you should never clean with a pressure washer, according to experts
How to A pressure washer is an amazing time saver for larger gardens – but there are some things it won't work as well on
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Before indulging in the outdoor rug trend, here's one thing you should know
Outdoor Living Don't overlook this simple step if you want to keep yours looking in great shape
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