February might be the shortest month of the year, but there are plenty of tasks to stay busy with ahead of the growing season. Start preparing your raised beds, sowing early seeds under cover, and ...

Shade in the garden is inevitable. Some gardens have small pockets of shade amongst borders, and others have larger sections where trees or buildings block the sun. So, these shaded areas are an ...

Having a garden is fantastic. It’s your own little slice of nature right on your back doorstep. But sometimes it can feel like a constant chore. The grass needs cutting, shrubs could use a prune and ...

Incorporate a contemporary design with soothing, natural elements that are a stunning stand-out feature in any room. Houseplants are a great investment and not only look amazing. But they also bring ...

In the run up to your holiday, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the packing and planning. You can forget about what you’ll be leaving behind. Remember that any plants you grow depend on you to survive.

AFirstly, it is fine to cut your lawn during winter if the weather is warm enough for it to grow. Just pick a dry day and make sure your soil is firm. Set your mower so its blades are raised higher ...

This Valentine’s day, though red roses might reign supreme, here are twelve alternative flower varieties to gift something a little different and really show your affection… Because they last so long, ...

The love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies, but never grows to the enduring happiness that the love of gardening gives. – Gertrude Jekyll (2016) ‘Wood and Garden – Notes and Thoughts, ...

Growing vegetables is both a pleasurable pastime and a guaranteed method of providing tasty, nutritious food to you and your family. It is also a great way to save money on your shopping bills. But ...

Ladybirds are probably the most popular member of the beetle family in Britain. Gardeners love them because they are voracious aphid eaters, and so are their larvae. Ladybirds are so good at keeping ...

Fast-growing shrubs provide a hit of ‘instant’ impact in the garden, perfect for filling space while slower-growing varieties get established. If you’re looking to plug some gaps in your existing ...