
Ciéra Cree
Ciéra is a writer and regional laureate with particular passions for art, nature, philosophy and poetry. As well as contributing to Gardening Know How, she's an Editorial Assistant for Design Anthology UK and has words in other titles including Homes & Gardens, Livingetc, and Apartment Therapy.
When she's not writing, Ciéra can be found getting incredibly excited when her small but ever-expanding garden shows more signs of growth. She believes it's something very beautiful to be cooking with her own produce, whether it's from her yard or picking berries from the wild to turn into jams or baked goods.
Latest articles by Ciéra Cree
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This Simple Hose Attachment Makes Tap Water Suitable for Even the Most Sensitive Plants (And It's Under $20!)Tap water from your hose contains hidden chemicals that delicate plants may find harsh, but this nifty gadget will filter them right out.
By Ciéra Cree
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This Clever Outdoor Lighting Trend Is Quietly Replacing Harsh Floodlights This Summer – and It's Budget-Friendly!Cozy outdoor lighting is so in this summer, but this particular kind has captured people's hearts.
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These 4 Sharpening Tools Will Save You a Shed Load in New Gear – And Help Your Cutting Supplies Last LongerReplacing cutting tools can feel expensive and wasteful – luckily, these sharpeners will save you bundles of cash and make garden chores far more enjoyable
By Ciéra Cree
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How To Stop Birds From Pooping On Kids' Playsets for More Summer Fun and Fewer Fowl MessesKeep your playsets clean and ready to use by implementing some of these simple, preventive measures to keep birds at bay.
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Has Your Lawn Gone to the Dogs? Experts Explain How to Fix Grass Your Dog Has DamagedWe love our pets, but dogs can quickly turn a pristine lawn into a hole-filled, pee-marked wasteland. Follow these tips for a lawn you and your dog can enjoy.
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How Often Should You Really Mow Your Lawn? Experts Explain Why You Might Be Cutting It Too MuchMowing your lawn too little or too much can be detrimental to its health. Here's how to perfectly gauge how much mowing yours needs to thrive.
By Ciéra Cree
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Experts Say All Garden Pests Hate This Kitchen Spice – How to Use It and What It Can (and Can't) Do for Your GardenThis common kitchen cupboard staple will send animals and insects scurrying away from your plants.
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Amazon Is Becoming My New Favorite Seed Store – These Prime Day Bundles Will Fill Your Garden for YearsStock up on seeds this Amazon Prime Day and be ready to grow beautiful, abundant flowers, vegetables and herbs.
By Ciéra Cree
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Say Goodbye to Mosquitoes, Wasps, and Flies – Amazon’s Best-Selling Bug Zapper Is Half Price for Prime DayBid bugs farewell this summer with this best-selling insect zapper. Plus other product recommendations to keep insects steering clear of your space.
By Ciéra Cree
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Want a Prettier Way to Display Spring Flowers Without Pots? This Easy DIY Shows You How to Make Japanese Kokedama Moss Balls for a Natural DisplayThis simple step-by-step guide shows how to turn spring flowers into a stunning, pot-free display using Japanese kokedama.
By Ciéra Cree
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You Can Grow The Loveliest Bouquet Filler From Chickpeas – It's So Simple To DoThe chickpeas in the back of your kitchen cupboard may be the answer to bulking out your beautiful bouquets. A flower pro helps to explain the process.
By Ciéra Cree
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Air-Dry Clay Plant Markers Are Taking Over Instagram – Here's How To Make Your OwnGet crafty and save your future self the stress of mixing up your crops with this fun DIY.
By Ciéra Cree
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Landscape Designers Share Their 5 Favorite Colorful Shrubs to Elevate Any Front Yard – and Make Neighbors Jealous!Bring your yard from wonderful to "wow" with the addition of these colorful shrubs, recommended by experts.
By Ciéra Cree
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Flower Hammering Is the Latest Nature Craft That Turns Garden Blooms Into Beautiful Prints – and It’s So Easy to TryA handful of leaves and flowers can create a stunning, bespoke art print for your friends, family, or home. Here's how.
By Ciéra Cree
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This Food Garland Will Have Birds Flocking To Your Yard – It's So Simple To MakeFuel your yard's birds up with all the spring strength they need, and attract new varieties too with this simple food garland.
By Ciéra Cree
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Martha Stewart Swears by This Flower Seed-Starting Method – Here’s What Gardening Pros Have to Say About ItPlanting your seeds well makes all the difference between a sparse bed of blooms and one that's lush. I asked gardening experts what they think about Martha Stewart's tried-and-trusted method.
By Ciéra Cree
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This Chop And Drop Technique Saves Time On Garden Chores & Benefits Your PlantsThe Royal Horticultural Society shared this nifty trick, and we asked gardening experts to weigh in on its effectiveness.
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This Trick Can Make Your Freshly Cut Hellebores Last For A Month – It Only Takes Minutes To DoStop throwing out your cut flowers! This simple trick will keep hellebores fresh for 30 days, and it's completely free!
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