Zara M.
School
Birkbeck University Of London
Expertise
Small Space Living, Art & Decor, Houseplants
- Zara lived in a tiny bedsit for six years and was able to redesign the tiny space over and over again, creating 'mini rooms' to make it feel more like a home.
- She discovered her obsession with indoor gardening and now has an urban jungle in her rented home with 50 houseplants nurtured from babies.
- Zara's film script 'Love Me' was placed in the top 10% of screenplays received by the BBC Writersroom in its 2023 Open Call.
Experience
Zara has worked as a professional online content writer for nearly a decade. Over the years she has created articles and web content for different private clients on various lifestyle topics, like pets, health and wellbeing, and parenting. During this time she ran her own pet care business for five years, which lead to her specialising in the pet writing niche. Most recently she was hired for a year as a full-time SEO writer for the UK parenting site Netmums. Along the way, Zara has also dabbled in personal creative projects, including self-published poetry books, and blogging. Her very first blog was about her obsession with Filofax planners! She now blogs about what it is like to live and work with a mental health disorder.
Education
Zara has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film and Media with a Postgraduate Certificate in Screenwriting from Birkbeck University of London.
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Stories By Zara M.
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This shrub with fiery red blooms checks every box for attracting hummingbirds. Here's how the plant brings in the birds and benefits your entire garden.
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Having a wasp issue can make you want to use your backyard less, whether that's your patio or grill. Reclaim your space by planting these bug-repelling plants.
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Hydrangea bushes can be gorgeous additions to any landscape, but some varieties require extra care. Learn about when you can prune your panicle hydrangeas.
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If you often tend to a garden, you already know that some weeds are worse than others. If you see this invasive weed in your yard, remove it immediately.
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Taking care of your houseplants can feel like a full-time job. But this cinnamon tip will keep your succulents growing strong all year long.
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Bags of compost aren't cheap. If you're trying to enrich your garden soil, try making your own compost at home and include this one simple ingredient.
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Black mold is a sooty substance that can sometimes be found on orchid leaves thanks to prolonged exposure to moisture. Thankfully, it's simple to remove.
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Cantaloupes require careful watering practices if you want to get the best flavor out of them. Here's how to water cantaloupes for optimal flavor.
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If you've overwatered your Dieffenbachia plant, all is not lost. Follow these simple steps to give it the best chance of survival and prevent repeat issues.
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If you haven't seen any hummingbirds feed from your flowers, it may be because you've chosen the wrong types. Discover which blooms these birds do not like.
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Quick fire hydrangeas have a long blooming season, turning from white to pink-red over time. There are several reasons the change in color might not happen.
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If you are looking for gardening inspiration to help create a healthy and colorful yard, here is the best way to propagate crepe myrtle trees.
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A vinegar and water mixture could be just what you need to help your blueberry bushes thrive. But does this simple solution live up to the hype?
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You may be putting more effort into pruning your plants than you need to. Try the 'Chop n Drop' method to save time and sanity while preparing for winter.
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If you're looking to create a plethora of ZZ plants, you may want to start propagating. However, be careful not to make these common mistakes when doing so.
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Yellowing leaves can be a tell-tale sign your begonias are in trouble, but there are some easy fixes to nurse your plant back to health and ensure it thrives.
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Sometimes it becomes necessary to repot plants to encourage their growth and overall health. However, there are some common mistakes to avoid to ensure success.
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If you spot a ground beetle and its terrifying mandibles, your first reaction may well be to panic. But you shouldn't. These beetles are garden-friendly.
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Shopping online for houseplants is the easiest way to find the exact variant you want. Here's how to make sure you'll receive a plant that's in good shape.
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Not sure how to safely get rid of a mealybug infestation? Mixing a few flavorful kitchen ingredients can provide a simple and effective homemade solution.
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When starting a new hydrangea plant from a leaf, it's important to keep the cutting moist. This simple hack will show you a clever way to do just that.
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Caring for your pepper plants properly while they're still young is essential for healthy adult plants later on. Learn how you should be transplanting yours.
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Memory gardens serve as a place to remember time spent with loved ones. Learn about these flowers with symbolic meanings that you may want to include in yours.
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Dahlias are beautiful, but don't generally last very long in a vase. Check out this TikTok hack for extending dahlias' vase life, and learn whether it works.
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When it's time to get rid of a dead plant, you can often reuse the potting soil or container. Here's what you can reuse after a potted plant dies.
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When choosing what to grow in your cut flower garden, you'll want to consider this native plant that helps gardens thrive and fills out fall floral bouquets.
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Pruning your plants has many great benefits, but it also comes with some serious risks. Keep your plants healthy after pruning with this spice in your kitchen.