About Kirsteen Mackay
Kirsteen is a professional writer who traded a tiny garden for an even smaller balcony when she moved to Brighton in 2015. Her interest in gardening stems from a keen desire to turn her simple slab of concrete into a lush urban oasis, complete with cosy-but-practical garden furniture and delicious edible plants.
When she's not chilling in Brighton, Kirsteen is usually grabbing her passport and heading to a far-flung destination - check out her internationally-inspired posts, like Japanese-influenced garden design, Italianate gardens and Tiki-style spaces.
Posts by Kirsteen Mackay:
- Amazing Reclaimed & Upcycled Garden Ideas, 20 June 2021
- How to Create a Garden Plan, 18 June 2021
- How to Transform a Garden on a Budget, 17 June 2021
- Fresh & Creative Vegetable Garden Ideas, 07 June 2021
- Square Foot Gardening: Tips and Tricks, 05 June 2021
- Raised Bed Gardening Ideas, 04 June 2021
- 20 Stylish & Practical Garden Office Ideas, 20 May 2021
- 13 Garden Focal Point Ideas to Create the Star of Your Garden, 19 May 2021
- 6 Minimalist Garden Ideas to Design a Simplistic Garden, 14 May 2021
- 8 Garden Gym Ideas to Build a Budget Outdoor Gym, 12 May 2021
- 7 Garden Cinema Ideas to Host a Cinema Party at Home, 10 May 2021
- How to Build a Perfect, Low Maintenance Garden Deck, 07 May 2021
- The 10 Best Vegetables for Container Gardening, 06 May 2021
- The 10 Best Plants for Container Gardens, 05 May 2021
- 18 Container Gardening Ideas: Potted Planting Arrangements, 04 May 2021
- Tips to Stop Weeds Growing in Flower Beds, 29 April 2021
- How to Grow Basil in Your Garden, 26 April 2021
- Wisteria Hysteria: Growing an Instagram-Worthy Garden, 21 April 2021
- How to Improve Your Garden Soil in 6 Steps, 20 April 2021
- 6 Bird Friendly Garden Ideas to Attract Our Cute Little Friends, 19 April 2021
- Tips for Growing a Shade Garden, 14 April 2021
- 10 Easy Plants for Kids to Grow and Learn Gardening, 13 April 2021
- Garden activities for kids: 24 Fun things to do with kids in garden, 12 April 2021
- 11 Bottle Garden Ideas (Growing Plants in Glass Bottles Made Easy), 09 April 2021
- 21 Shade Loving Vegetables That Grow Well in UK Gardens, 02 April 2021
- 22 Foodscaping Ideas for a Stunning Edible Garden, 01 April 2021
- 16 Fairy Garden Ideas for a Whimsical Outdoors Wonderland, 31 March 2021
- How to Grow Vegetables in Hanging Baskets, 30 March 2021
- Tips for Getting Rid of Aphids, 29 March 2021
- How to Grow Strawberries in Your Garden, 26 March 2021
- How to Grow Sweetcorn in Your Garden , 25 March 2021
- How to Grow Chilli Peppers in Your Garden, 25 March 2021
- Companion Planting: Which Vegetables Can Be Grown Together?, 24 March 2021
- How to Grow Carrots in Your Garden , 23 March 2021
- How to Grow Cucumbers in Your Garden, 22 March 2021
- Garden Vegetables to Plant in Spring, 21 March 2021
- How to Grow Potatoes in Your Garden , 20 March 2021
- How to Grow Tomatoes in Your Garden, 19 March 2021
- How to Grow Green Beans in Your Garden , 18 March 2021
- How to Grow Cabbage in Your Garden , 17 March 2021
- How to Start Growing Your Own Vegetables, 16 March 2021
- 7 Natural Ways To Keep Snails Out Of Your Garden, 15 March 2021
- Which Plants Repel Mosquitoes?, 14 March 2021
- 15 Best Plants for Attracting Butterflies to a British Garden, 13 March 2021
- Common Garden Insects in the UK: Good and Bad Bugs, 12 March 2021
- How to Attract Dragonflies to Your Garden (Nature-Friendly), 11 March 2021
- The Best Garden Ideas for Wildlife in the UK, 10 March 2021
- 7 Best Fast-Growing Hedges for Privacy in Your UK Garden, 07 March 2021
- 23 Garden Obstacle Course Ideas for Kids to Keep Them Busy, 06 March 2021
- 11 Awesome Garden Treehouse Ideas for You (and Your Kids), 05 March 2021
- Kids Garden Party Ideas, Tips and Checklist, 04 March 2021
- 17 DIY Kids Garden Play Area Ideas: Bring the Fun Outdoors, 03 March 2021
- 20 Fun & Adventurous Garden Camping Ideas For the Family, 02 March 2021
- 18 Garden Bar Ideas to DIY Outdoors & Bring The PUB To You!, 01 March 2021
- Best Traffic Noise Reduction Fences to Soundproof a Garden, 28 February 2021
- 18 Garden Gazebo Ideas for an Outdoor Shelter from the Sun, 27 February 2021
- 22 Wendy House Ideas for Kids Garden Playhouse Design, 26 February 2021
- 13 Tiki Garden Ideas for a Tropical Themed Backyard Design, 25 February 2021
- 14 Garden Fence Ideas for Pretty and Practical Fencing, 24 February 2021
- 17 Long Garden Ideas to Design a Narrow Outdoor Area, 23 February 2021
- 15 Italian Style Garden Ideas for a Romantic Courtyard, 22 February 2021
- 18 Concrete Garden Ideas for Small & Big Yard Landscaping, 21 February 2021
- 35 Rental Garden Ideas: Making a Temporary Space Feel Like Home, 20 February 2021
- 29 Unique Garden Mural Ideas for Outdoor Walls & Fences, 19 February 2021
- 20 Landscaping Ideas to Sell Your Home For a Better Price, 18 February 2021
- 18 Ground Cover Plants for Suppressing Weeds in UK Gardens, 17 February 2021
- 15 Grass Free Garden Ideas: Stunning Low Maintenance Yards, 16 February 2021
- 11 Outdoor Heating Ideas to Stay Toasty Outside, 15 February 2021
- 11 Romantic Garden Ideas to Share With the One You Love, 14 February 2021
- 21 Japanese Garden Ideas: Plants and Features to Find Your Zen, 13 February 2021
- 29 Garden Fire Pit Ideas for Cosy Evening Get-Togethers, 12 February 2021
- Modern Sustainability: Green Roof Ideas and Tips, 11 February 2021
- 14 Side Return Garden Ideas: Use the Narrow Side of House!, 10 February 2021
- 14 Garden Security Tactics to Keep Your Home Safer, 09 February 2021
- Gravity-Defying Green Wall Ideas, 09 February 2021
- 10 Indoor Herb Garden Ideas with Tips and Easy Herbs to Grow, 08 February 2021
- 20 Garden Party Ideas to Host a Memorable Gathering, 07 February 2021
- 26 DIY Pallet Garden Ideas of Things to Make With Pallets, 07 February 2021
- Indoor Garden Ideas: Growing Tips and Top 10 Plants, 06 February 2021
- 14 Garden Tool Storage Ideas: Keeping Your Shed Ship-Shape, 05 February 2021
- Hanging Basket Tips for a Perfect Basket of Blooms, 04 February 2021
- 40 Garden Shed Ideas for Pretty to Practical Outdoor Buildings, 03 February 2021
- 25 English Cottage Garden Ideas: Capture the Fairytale Charm, 02 February 2021
- 10 Sensory Garden Ideas to Stimulate All Senses, 01 February 2021
- 19 DIY Bug Hotel Ideas for a Healthy Garden Eco-System, 31 January 2021
- 20 Garden Kitchen Ideas For The Perfect Outdoor Cooking Area, 30 January 2021
- 23 Garden Swing Ideas: Hanging Chairs, Seats, Beds & Benches, 29 January 2021
- 14 Stunning Garden Water Feature Ideas: Finding a Fountain for Your Home, 28 January 2021
- 16 Vintage Garden Decor Ideas: Upcycle Glamour to a Garden, 27 January 2021
- Spanish Themed Garden Ideas: Turn Your Garden into a Sizzling Iberian Sanctuary, 26 January 2021
- 15 Backyard Sunbathing Ideas to Tan Privately in the Garden, 26 January 2021
- Keep Calm and Carry On: British Themed Garden Ideas, 23 January 2021
- Bin Storage Ideas: How to Hide Your Wheelie Bins and Conceal Your Compost, 22 January 2021
- The Secret to a Manicured Landscape: 16 Garden Lawn Edging Ideas, 21 January 2021
- 15 Roof Garden Ideas to Design Your City Escape From Chaos, 20 January 2021
- Garden to Table: Kitchen Garden Ideas for Your Home, 19 January 2021
- Tiny Yet Terrific: Terrarium Garden Ideas, 18 January 2021
- 14 Christmas Garden Ideas For Festive Outdoor Decoration, 15 January 2021
- 12 French Garden Ideas To Design Your Own Beau Jardin, 12 January 2021
- 20 Front Garden Ideas: How to Design a Small Front Garden, 08 January 2021
- 14 Greek Style Garden Ideas to Design a Mediterranean Garden, 07 January 2021
- 8 Morocco Garden Ideas to Design Your Own Moroccan Courtyard, 05 January 2021
- 22 Halloween Garden Ideas: Fun & Low-cost Spooky Decorations, 01 January 2021
- Outdoor Dog Area Ideas For a Puppy-Friendly Garden Paradise, 15 September 2020
- Customise Your She Shed: 15 Garden Woman Cave Ideas and Pictures, 15 September 2020
- 23 Cool Garden Man Cave Ideas to Pimp Your Outdoor Shed, 15 September 2020
- 13 Outdoor Toy Storage Ideas for Any Garden Style, 15 September 2020
- 33 Creative Garden Lighting Ideas to Illuminate Your Home, 15 September 2020
- 15 Garden Hot Tub Ideas for a Small Garden Outdoor Spa, 15 September 2020
- Small Garden Ideas: 44 Practical Tips and Tricks, 15 September 2020
- 22 Garden Patio Ideas for all budgets & sizes, 15 September 2020
- 8 Garden BBQ Area Ideas for Stylish Outdoor Grilling, 15 September 2020
- 22 Garden Furniture Ideas For a Trendy Outdoor Area, 15 September 2020
- 8 Artificial Grass Garden Ideas to Make Fake Grass Look Good, 15 September 2020
- 20+ Bohemian Garden Ideas for an Eclectic Outdoor Space, 15 September 2020
- Garden Compost Bin Ideas: The Ultimate Guide to Composting at Home, 15 September 2020
- 20 Balcony Garden Ideas to Make a Terrace Look Like a Garden, 15 September 2020
- 22 Enchanted Garden Ideas to Design a Fairy Tale Aesthetic, 15 September 2020
- Take it Easy With Our Fun, Low-Maintenance Garden Ideas, 16 June 2020
- Garden Treasure Hunt for Children’s Party: 9 Ideas & Clues, 10 April 2020
- 32 Beach Style Garden Ideas for a Seaside Themed Garden, 22 March 2020