
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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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
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6 things every charming and homely farmhouse kitchen has – how to hit the balance between comfort and characterCreate a characterful kitchen that's the heart of your home
By Lisa Fazzani
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I’m getting a head start on summer and planting these bulbs in February for guaranteed colour later in the yearNow is the perfect time to be planting these summer-flowering bulbs
By Lisa Fazzani
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What to do with hydrangeas in February – these key garden jobs will have your plants ablaze with colour come spring and summerGet your hydrangeas prepped for the new season
By Lisa Fazzani
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Sow these flower seeds in February for months of bright, beautiful blooms from early spring onwardsGet ahead of the game by sowing these flower seeds now and fill your garden with colourful and longer-flowering blooms early on in the season
By Lisa Fazzani
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I give my houseplants an MOT every year to keep them thriving – these simple checks will make a huge difference to your indoor jungle too, say expertsKeep your houseplants happy over the winter months with some extra TLC that will set them up for the year ahead
By Lisa Fazzani
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The garden maintenance jobs hedgehog experts wish you'd stop doing – protect these garden visitors by avoiding these spring tidy-up mistakesAvoid putting hedgehogs in harm's way by thinking twice about routine garden jobs and tasks
By Lisa Fazzani
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7 sweet-smelling flowering shrubs to fill your winter garden with scent and colour when nothing else is bloomingBring some much-needed colour and fragrance outdoors with these winter-loving varieties
By Lisa Fazzani
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Experts say you must do these important garden jobs now to prevent more damage to your plants before the next cold snapHere's what to do before snow and frost hits, plus how to minimise and repair any damage caused by bad weather
By Lisa Fazzani
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Is it time to declutter your houseplants? Experts share their top tips for paring back your indoor jungle so it thrivesKeep on top of a growing houseplant collection with our expert approved care tips
By Lisa Fazzani
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What to do with your old Christmas tree to help wildlife over winter - these easy ways to reuse it in your garden will help your garden visitors long after DecemberRecycle your old Christmas tree in the garden and it could provide the local wildlife with a place to shelter, roost or feed when it's cold
By Lisa Fazzani
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The wildlife-friendly jobs I'm doing before it turns icy – they are low-effort but will really help out your garden visitors this winterLook out for the local birds and wildlife in your garden before the winter sets in
By Lisa Fazzani
