
Holly Reaney
Holly is one of Ideal Home’s content editors. She started my career in 2018 as a feature writer and sub-editor for Ideal Home’s sister brand Period Living magazine, and writes a wide range of interiors and renovation content ranging from features about designing the perfect kitchen to choosing the right windows for a period home.
Expanding her role, Holly also regularly contribute to Country Homes & Interiors magazine – interviewing leading designers and researching the latest home and garden updates – in addition to pieces on the Ideal Home website. She'a also written features for websites including Homes & Gardens, Real Homes and Gardeningetc.
A keen gardener, Holly has been faced with the challenges of gardening in a rental property leading to a vast array of potted plants – ranging from fruit trees to pretty annuals – and an ever-growing collection of houseplants.
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Where’s your happy place?
I’m at my happiest when I’m in nature. I love hiking – especially in the Lake District – there’s something so peaceful about the scenery and I love spotting all the wildlife. I have also recently taken up paddleboarding which is the perfect way to decompress after a busy day.
What’s your home addiction?
Houseplants! I’m running out of surfaces but that doesn’t seem to stop me from buying them. I love to hunt the clearance shelves and rescue unloved plants – there’s something so satisfying about nursing them back to health and watching them thrive.
What is your next home project?
Our current home is a rental so we’re limited in terms of home projects, however, this hasn’t stopped me from putting my stamp on it. I’ve recently been trying my hand at upcycling furniture – I’ve found some beautiful pieces on Ebay and have loved sanding them back and painting them to suit our scheme.
Latest articles by Holly Reaney
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Houseplants that like to be pot-bound – the plants that'll thrive in small spaceWe've rounded up six of the most popular varieties
By Holly Reaney
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When to plant fritillaria bulbs - the best time to add these incredibly pretty blooms to your gardenLearn when to plant fritillaria bulbs and treat yourself to an array of beautiful blooms come spring
By Holly Reaney
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How to dry flowers for natural colour all year long – plus how to do it quickly for a last-minute giftPreserve the beauty of summer throughout the dark winter months
By Holly Reaney
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How to make soy candles – the perfect easy autumn DIY craftFor an eco-friendly and affordable way to brighten up dark winter days
By Holly Reaney
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How to propagate a fern – three methods to fill your home with more of these frothy houseplants for freeMake more of this favourite houseplant – no matter the variety
By Holly Reaney
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How to care for button fern - this adorable, low-maintenance plant will brighten any homeThriving in the humidity of kitchens and bathrooms, this low-maintenance evergreen is beauty will brighten up the functional parts of the home
By Holly Reaney
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Autumn decorating ideas to bring warmth, comfort and creativity to your homeGet your home ready to celebrate the season
By Holly Reaney
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This Cotswolds kitchen shows country chic at its best - here's how they got the lookIt's filled with traditional charm and wonderful original features
By Holly Reaney
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Why is my asparagus fern turning yellow? 7 possible causes and how to fix themStop your asparagus fern turning yellow with these seven quick fixes and expert houseplant care tips
By Holly Reaney
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Do you really know the difference between pruning and deadheading? How to ensure you're doing the right oneThey both involve cutting, but have very different results
By Holly Reaney
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The rose deadheading mistakes that could be killing your prized plantAnd what to do instead...
By Holly Reaney
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Should you water plants in sun? Experts warn against this time of dayWhat you need to know to ensure that your garden survives any heatwaves
By Holly Reaney
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How to make soap at home – an easy step-by-step guideCreate fragrant combinations to elevate bathtime
By Holly Reaney
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How to organise a shed and bid farewell to the clutterCreate a pleasing space in which to plan and prepare for the seasons ahead
By Holly Reaney
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I tried the viral tea towel slug control hack – here's why I won't be doing it againThis popular hack left me sorely disappointed
By Holly Reaney
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How to care for aloe vera - help this easy-to-care-for plant thrive in your homeLearn how to care for aloe vera and you'll quickly fall in love with this spiky specimen
By Holly Reaney
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I tested the viral copper scourer slug hack in my flowerbed and couldn't believe the resultsThis viral slug hack using a copper kitchen scourer was surprisingly effective
By Holly Reaney
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The best evergreen plants for pots - ensure year-round colour in your garden with these smart choicesPlant the best evergreen plants for pots and you'll have year-round colour and interest – even in the darkest months of the year
By Holly Reaney
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The 5 low-growing evergreen shrubs every garden needsThey'll bring year-round interest, colour and character
By Holly Reaney
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How to propagate anthurium – the three best ways to double these pretty tropical plantsWhether you propagate anthurium through cuttings or separation, you'll love these ways to increase your collection
By Holly Reaney
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How to care for Anthurium for long-lasting colourWith their vibrant colours and tropical look, Anthurium andraeanum or Flamingo flowers make for an eye-catching addition to a kitchen, bathroom or conservatory
By Holly Reaney
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'When you’re sat here, you wouldn’t want to be anywhere else in the world’Inspired by a beautiful seaside location and the St Ives sunlight, Paul and Helen created a bright and airy kitchen that is brimming with coastal charm
By Holly Reaney
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How to propagate Burro's Tail and get more of this plant for freeEffortlessly increase your houseplant collection
By Holly Reaney
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Learn how to care for Burro’s Tail and you'll be richly rewardedThis quirky hanging succulent strikes a stunning silhouette and is undoubtedly worth the effort
By Holly Reaney
