
Naomi MacKay
Naomi MacKay has been immersed in the world of gardening and yard care for the past 20 years as a freelance writer and editor. With a background that includes working as an Assistant Editor at Garden Answers magazine and a stint at the Royal Horticultural Society, she has established herself as an expert in garden-related content. Her expertise extends to reviewing a wide range of products, from robot mowers to watering cans. She has also explored gardens and garden shows across the UK, including the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show. In her spare time, she delves into researching for her upcoming book on historic gardens to visit in the UK, making the most of her passion for gardens and yard care.
Latest articles by Naomi MacKay

8 easy plants for the garden: tips for making your garden look amazing next year
By Naomi MacKay last updated
GARDEN Making your backyard look amazing is simple if you choose to grow these easy plants for the garden

Best gas grills: for cleaner outdoor cooking
By Naomi MacKay last updated
Buying Guide The best gas grills for every kind of cook and every budget: it's the cleaner, more controllable way to get that perfect BBQ taste.

Weber Traveler review: a portable, versatile gas grill for on-the-go
By Naomi MacKay last updated
Review The Weber Traveler gas grill is semi-portable, easy to use and store, has a decent-sized grilling area and is ideal for outdoor cooking, camping, or tailgating. Here's what we thought...

Weber Genesis EPX-335 review: a durable gas grill that's worth the investment
By Naomi MacKay last updated
Review The Weber Genesis EPX-335 grill has three main burners, a sear zone burner, and a side burner, and features a high-tech electronic dashboard and meat probe. Here's what we thought...

Stihl vs Husqvarna: Which chainsaw is a cut above the rest?
By Chloe Page, Naomi MacKay published
VERSUS Revving to know whether a Husqvarna vs Stihl chainsaw is best? We dive full throttle into the facts to give our verdict.

Chainsaw maintenance checklist - here's everything you need to know
By Naomi MacKay published
FEATURE Keep your chainsaw in good condition by following this chainsaw maintenance checklist.

How to sharpen lawn mower blades in 4 easy steps
By Naomi MacKay last updated
HOW TO Give your lawn mower the edge and your yard a professional touch by learning how to sharpen lawn mower blades.

7 reasons why your chainsaw won't start
By Naomi MacKay published
LISTICLE Chainsaws can make light of heavy garden jobs - but it might let you down… Troubleshoot why your chainsaw won’t start

Top 10 most common types of weeds
By Naomi MacKay published
Clear your garden effectively by knowing the 10 most common types of weeds.

How to tune a chainsaw
By Naomi MacKay published
HOW TO Keen to keep your chainsaw in top condition but no idea how to tune a chainsaw? We have the answers.

How to get rid of weeds
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Are weeds taking over your backyard? Here’s some ideas on how to get rid of weeds.

What are weeds?
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Knowing your enemy is the best form of defense in the gardening world, so what are weeds?

Weber Q1200 review: a reliable, compact portable gas grill
By Naomi MacKay last updated
Review Ideal for couples or a small family

Napoleon Freestyle 425 review: a well-built and great value gas grill with a large cooking area
By Naomi MacKay last updated
Review The Napoleon Freestyle 425 is a stylish and affordable gas grill with four burners, a large cooking surface, and foldable side tables for easy storage.

22 gardening in the fall ideas to try this season
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Summer may be over but there’s still plenty to do in the garden – here are 22 gardening in the fall ideas.

Lawn grading tips
By Naomi MacKay published
Having drainage problems around your yard or home? Lawn grading may be the answer.

Signs of lawn disease
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Learn how to spot the beginning of lawn disease – and how you can prevent and treat it.

A beginner's guide to lawn dethatching
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Like any other plant, your grass can benefit from being ‘pruned’ - a term known as lawn dethatching or scarification.

Can you use vinegar as weed killer?
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Wondering whether you use vinegar as weed killer to get rid of unwanted weeds in your yard? We've got the answer here.

How to fix patchy grass
By Naomi MacKay last updated
HOW TO Is your lawn letting down the rest of your yard? Find out how to fix patchy grass and get your grass looking great again!

10 easy flowers to grow
By Naomi MacKay published
GARDENS Want to know the most easy flowers to grow? Create a colorful display without spending hours in garden with these blooms.

How to create a low maintenance garden
By Naomi MacKay published
HOW TO Love your garden, but don’t love maintaining it? Then you need to know how to build a low maintenance garden!
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