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Molly Blair

Molly Blair
Molly is the Digital Editor at Gardens Illustrated. She has an RHS Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture and previously worked in a nursery, focusing on growing herbaceous perennials and climbing plants. She gardens on a rooftop plot in Bristol.
Recent articles by Molly Blair
These are the best new gardens according to designers - but what do you think? Have your say
Discover the new designs shortlisted for the 2027 Society of Garden and Landscape Designers Awards and get the chance to vote for your favouriteShow moreLondon's Royal Parks to be reimagined with unapologetic planting that's more resilient to climate change
The Royal Parks charity has revealed its Horticulture Vision for the eight parks it cares for.Show more"I was always in trouble for doing things my way": remembering Elizabeth Strangman, the late legendary plantswoman
In memory of plantswoman Elizabeth Strangman, we hear from friends and people across the industry about her impact, deep knowledge and love of plantsShow moreMonty Don to leave Gardeners' World: who's taking over?
Monty Don will be leaving Gardeners' World having presented the TV show for 23 years. But who will replace him?Show moreTV producers are looking for stunning gardens for a new series - here's how to apply
Could your garden be the star of a new wildlife TV series?Show moreHow to get more ferns for free: watch our head gardener's guide to growing from spores
Watch Tim Stretton from Mounton House garden demonstrate how to get more ferns for free.Show more8 of the world’s weirdest vegetables (#1 is straight out of a fantasy novel)
From tangled root veg to leafy greens that taste like crisps, these are some of the weirdest vegetables in the world according to an expert grower.Show moreSwimming ponds and shepherd huts - this is the sort of garden £5m will buy you (and what you can get for £35m)
Properties on the market right now with amazing gardens and grounds.Show moreThis rarely seen 'death bloom' is taller than a giraffe and burst through the glasshouse ceiling
A decade old plant in Birmingham has begun the final phase of its life by producing a 'death bloom'.Show moreMore hosepipe bans have been introduced. Is my area in drought or under a hosepipe ban, and am I exempt?
Water companies sometimes impose hosepipe bans when temperatures soar. Here we tell you everything you need to know about the current droughts, hosepipe bans and exemptions, plus how to keep your garden wateredShow more6 key tips to prevent wildfires from starting in your garden
As wildfires spread across Europe, we recommend 6 tips to prevent them from starting in your garden.Show moreExpert grower Sarah Raven picks seven of her favourite dahlias – here are the dahlias to grow for perfect summer blooms
We visited Sarah Raven's Perch Hill and now we hear from Sarah about some of her favourite Dahlia varieties.Show moreGarden takes centre stage at the Commonwealth Games
A garden planted by Jamie Butterworth has taken centre stage at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony 2026.Show moreThe world's largest butterfly survey has begun, and the UK could be set for a bumper year
Warm weather could help butterflies thrive this summer, but scientists need the public's help to see the full pictureShow moreOne of Professor Nigel Dunnett's final completed projects will open to the public this month in London
Grosvenor Square in London, one of the final finished projects that Professor Nigel Dunnett worked on, will reopen to the public this month.Show moreDouble win at Badminton for charity's beautiful woodland-style garden with modern flair and meaning
Everything you need to know about Macmillan Cancer Support: The Nascent Shade Garden at RHS Badminton Flower Show.Show moreEvery plant ever mentioned in a Taylor Swift song (yes, we listened to them all)
We listened to all of Taylor Swift's music, and pulled out her references to gardening and plants to create the definitive botanical Swift-ography.Show moreWhat flowers are going to be in Taylor Swift's wedding bouquet?
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married this weekend. What flowers are going to feature in Taylor's bouquet?Show more
9 gardening lies you probably believe (but shouldn’t)
We asked top gardeners and experts to debunk some of the most widely accepted garden myths, mistruths and magical thinkingShow more
Matcha is a Gen Z superfood obsession. Should they really be drinking it? Here's the truth about matcha mania
Matcha is booming right now, but maybe we shouldn’t all be jumping on the ‘superfood’ bandwagonShow moreThe 9 golden garden design rules experts use to create beautiful gardens that feel good
We asked garden designers to share their secrets – this is the ultimate list of rules for designing your spaceShow more
How to spot 10 common garden weeds now and stop them taking over your garden
Weeds can pop up and establish fast in early summer, but with our handy guide you can quickly identify and manage 10 of the most prolific ones earlyShow more
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