
Lisa Fazzani
Lisa is a freelance journalist who has written about interiors for more than 25 years. Previously editor of Style at Home magazine, she has worked on all the major homes titles, including Ideal Home, Country Homes & Interiors, 25 Beautiful Homes and Homes & Gardens. She has covered pretty much every area of the home, from shopping and decorating, crafts and DIY to real homes and makeovers and now regularly writes gardening stories for Ideal Home. Homes and interiors have always been a passion and she never tires of nosying around gorgeous homes, whether on TV, online, in print or in person, as well as being a serial shopper/bargain hunter.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place?
My garden, especially over the summer months, when I like to sit out with a coffee when it’s early and quiet and take it all in. I’ve only gotten into gardening in recent years, so it’s all been a bit hit and miss so far, but it’s lovely when you see things you’ve planted coming into bloom and when the beds start to fill out with colour over the summer months.
What’s your home addiction?
Aside from buying plants, which I can’t resist, I do love white ceramics. It can be vases, planters, candle jars, plates, cups, saucers, whatever…and in all different shapes, sizes, textures and patterns…I’ve got a couple of shelves-full. I think a collection always looks good displayed en-masse and white is a timeless classic.
What is your next home project?
I’m planning to rip out my old shed and replace it with a summer house at the end of the garden with a decked area in front. I might also add a pergola so that we’ve got a shady area to escape to. And a side extension is also on my wish list…all the plans and ideas are there in my head, I just need to find the time (and cash) to put it all into action.
Latest articles by Lisa Fazzani
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19 best colour combinations – the cheat sheet to creating harmonious, stylish colour schemesColour experts reveal the pairings you can never go wrong with in your home
By Lisa Fazzani
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This is how I hid my wheelie bins in my tiny front garden, and it's super easy to doPlus, I've found these alternative solutions for every space
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 fast-growing trailing plants that will tumble over hanging baskets all summer longCreate a cascade of summer colour with these easy-grow trailing varieties
By Lisa Fazzani
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8 drought-tolerant plants for front garden pots that barely need wateringMake watering easier in the heat with these no-effort potted plants
By Lisa Fazzani
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6 features you'll find in every stylish country-style kitchen diner – the ingredients you need to curate a relaxed space for your familyCook, eat and lounge
By Lisa Fazzani
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The best weeding tools for every stubborn garden weed – and why one type does not suit all of these pesky garden invadersGet to the root of the problem by picking the perfect weeding tool for the job
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 fast-growing seeds to sow directly outdoors in May for a garden bursting with flowersEnjoy colourful beds and borders for summer
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 container flowers to plant in May for non-stop colour all summer longPick these vibrant, long-lasting blooms to ensure a colourful display that will see your garden all through the summer months
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 things every boho-style living room needs – the secret ingredients that will curate the perfect relaxed loungeCreate a laid-back living space in soft, neutral tones
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 easy ways I’m recycling broken crockery and pots in my garden this summerInstead of chucking away those broken bits and pieces, give them a new use
By Lisa Fazzani
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6 bamboo alternatives for privacy that won’t take over your gardenCreate natural screening in outdoor spaces with one of these non-invasive planting choices
By Lisa Fazzani
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My garden decking was covered in grime and algae, but this miracle outdoor cleaner made it look like new againNo scrubbing or pressure washer needed
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to fertilise your peonies in April – garden experts share their top feeding tips for bigger, better bloomsGive your peonies some extra TLC this month and you’ll reap the rewards say the experts
By Lisa Fazzani
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What to do with camellias in April – these simple spring jobs will set you up for bigger and better blooms next springKeep them looking healthy during and after their final flush of flowers
By Lisa Fazzani
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8 night-scented flowering plants to add to your garden now for beautifully scented evenings all summer longFill the night air with fragrance
By Lisa Fazzani
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These 7 shade-loving perennials will instantly lift a dull, dark garden with a splash of colourLiven up your garden's light-starved spaces with these shade-loving plants
By Lisa Fazzani
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6 things stylish Japandi bedrooms always haveCombine Japanese minimalism with rustic Scandi style to create a calm and restful sleep space
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 shrubs that thrive on neglect – easy-going varieties that still add colour to your gardenThey pack a punch in beds and borders with minimal effort required
By Lisa Fazzani
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A magnolia is the ultimate high-impact plant to buy and plant up this month – this is how I bagged my new plant for a bargain priceShop cleverly and nab yourself a bargain buy at the garden centre
By Lisa Fazzani
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How I'm planning to transform my garden into a Mediterranean oasis this summer with fragrant flowers, terracotta tones and simple, budget-friendly outdoor decor swapsThese easy planting and outdoor decor ideas will transform my space in time for summer
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 clever ways I’m reusing egg cartons in my garden this spring – they're saving me both time and moneyDon't chuck out your old egg cartons, they'll come in super handy in the garden
By Lisa Fazzani
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What I do to my lawn in March (and what I leave until later in spring) – and it's what garden experts advise tooThe dos and don'ts for looking after your lawn this month
By Lisa Fazzani
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You'd swear these roses were peonies – but the difference is they'll bloom all summer long if you plant them nowEnjoy peony vibes in your garden this summer with these gorgeous garden rose look-alikes that are just like the real thing
By Lisa Fazzani
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How to start begonia tubers indoors right now for a 'vibrant, flower-filled show' all summerGet a head start by planting your begonia tubers indoors now
By Lisa Fazzani
