Melanie Griffiths
Melanie has worked in homes and gardens media for two decades. Having previously served as Editor on Period Living magazine, and worked on Homes & Gardens, Gardening Etc, Real Homes, and Homebuilding & Renovating, she is now focusing on her passion for gardening as a Senior Editor at Gardening Know How.
In her spare time, Melanie loves to explore inspiring gardens and historic properties. Based in England, in a village just outside the Cotswolds, she is spoiled for choice as there are so many beautiful cottage gardens and Arts and Crafts schemes in the area.
As a keen home grower, Melanie has experimented with pretty much every type of vegetable at some point – with mixed results. Often it is the simplest things that elude you, which may explain why she just can't seem to master zucchinis.
Thankfully she has more luck with flowers, and has spent the last few years evolving her garden – adding beds and borders, and planting up too many containers.
Though she has more roses than anything else (at least 20 varieties), her favorite flowers are dahlias, and she adores the variety of colors and textures they bring to her garden.
In addition to her gardening expertise, Melanie has also studied interior design, and has a BA in English and IT.
Latest articles by Melanie Griffiths
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Garden Design Trends – Experts Predict These 10 Themes Will Inspire Your Designs In 2024
Discover beautiful and practical design trends destined to make it into your garden this year – from multi-tasking edibles to schemes that embrace your inner dark side.
By Melanie Griffiths
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10 DIY Seed Starter Pot Ideas – Repurpose, Reuse, and Recycle Household Items
Never buy seed starter pots again! Discover eco-friendly ways to make your own using old paper, packaging, and even fruit rinds and eggshells
By Melanie Griffiths
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Check Before You Sow! – 3 Easy Seed Viability Tests Used By Experts
Get your growing year off to the best possible start by making sure your seeds will germinate. These simple tests will work for flower and vegetable seeds
By Melanie Griffiths
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Plant Trends 2024 – Experts Reveal 12 Garden Plants You Need To Grow This Year
Discover the must-have plants set to make your garden more beautiful, sustainable, and a haven for wildlife.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Want To Start A Garden in 2024? Read Our 10 Golden Rules For Success First
The Gardening Know How team has combined decades of experience to bring you the most essential tips for beginner gardeners. Be inspired to fulfill your growing potential in the new year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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7 Houseplants Not Worth The Hassle: Should You Avoid These High-Maintenance Houseplants?
Whether you are a beginner indoor gardener or an experienced grower seeking a challenge, get ready to avoid or embrace these diva houseplants
By Melanie Griffiths
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Wooden Slats Are The Garden Trend You Can’t Ignore – Here's 10 Ways To Get The Designer Look
Loved by high-end designers, wooden slats are currently having a moment. Discover how to recreate this versatile trend in your own garden
By Melanie Griffiths
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7 Things Expert Gardeners Never Buy – So Save Your Money
Don’t invest in gardening products that you don’t really need. Experts reveal the equipment and supplies they think are unnecessary
By Melanie Griffiths
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Tree Planting Mistakes: Experts Reveal 8 Common Reasons New Trees Fail
Planting a tree is a long-term investment in your property, but getting it wrong can cause a lot of heartache. Avoid these common errors to ensure new trees thrive in your garden
By Melanie Griffiths
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Pantone’s Color Of The Year 2024 Is A Gardener’s Dream – Discover 7 Flowers That Are ‘Peach Fuzz’ Perfection
The global authority on color has spoken, and 'Peach Fuzz' is the shade we'll all be seeking out in the coming year. Find out why this gorgeous pinky orange deserves a place in your garden, and be inspired by our top flower picks
By Melanie Griffiths
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15 Garden Trends To Avoid in 2024: Experts Warn Against These Outdated Designs
Garden trends come and go. We asked gardening experts to share the outdated trends that should be retired – and what you can do instead.
By Melanie Griffiths
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7 Poinsettia Care Mistakes: Experts Explain Why Poinsettias Die, And How To Prevent It
Poinsettias are such a cheery symbol of the holiday season, but too often these houseplants don’t outlast Christmas. Avoid these mistakes.
By Melanie Griffiths
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8 Mistakes To Avoid When Buying And Caring For A Real Christmas Tree
Choosing the Christmas tree is a highlight of the festive season. Avoid these pitfalls to ensure it will delight throughout the holidays.
By Melanie Griffiths
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10 Trees That Will Add Value To Your Home – According To Experts
Attractive trees boost a home's curb appeal, and offer shade and privacy. They can also increase a property's value by up to 15 per cent.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Keep A Wreath Fresh: 5 Essential Steps From A World-Renowned Floral Expert
Fresh wreaths often dry out before Christmas Day has even arrived. But with the right care, they can sparkle throughout the holiday season.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Christmas Gift Wrap Ideas: 12 Ways To Embellish Gifts With Natural Materials
These magical Christmas gift wrap ideas incorporate natural elements, evoking the feel of an enchanted woodland.
By Melanie Griffiths
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15 DIY Winter Wreath Ideas: Make A Natural Wreath Using Materials From Your Garden
Create a beautiful winter wreath to proudly display over the festive season. Use foraged foliage, flowers, berries, and fruits to set a magical scene.
By Melanie Griffiths
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5 Garden Tidying Jobs You Need To Stop Doing Now – Lazy Gardeners, Rejoice!
It's hard work to keep everything neatly trimmed and clear of natural debris – and it can also do more harm than good to your garden.
By Melanie Griffiths