11 clever ideas from RHS Wisley – one of the UK’s greatest gardens
Ideas for your garden from a top British garden – RHS Wisley. Wildlife-friendly ideas, structural shrubs and stunning colour combinations.
Garden tours, inspiring gardens, garden furniture, pergolas, ‘difficult corners’ and more!
Ideas for your garden from a top British garden – RHS Wisley. Wildlife-friendly ideas, structural shrubs and stunning colour combinations.
Steal these ideas for a classic English garden – discover the key elements that go beyond herbaceous borders, topiary and rose arches.
Your garden ideas for next year – the trends that have changed the way we garden in the future. Less work, more wildlife-friendly!
The RHS Hampton Court 2025 Garden Festival had some lovely ideas that we can try in our own gardens. Whether your style is natural and romantic or more sleek and…
9 tips for a low maintenance garden – Veddw garden shows you how to add wow factor with easy-care plants and smart design tricks.
I’ve just visited the Horniman Museum & Gardens in South London to talk to Head of Horticulture, Errol Fernandes, about their innovative gardening ideas and techniques. These new ways of…
How to find beautiful recycled garden furniture, landscaping materials and planters with ideas and tips on how to re-purpose them.
The best new gardening books for beginners, advanced gardeners, veggie growers, wildlife-friendly gardeners, container gardeners & more
Discover 25 stunning cottage garden plants to add charm and beauty to your outdoor space. From classic roses to annuals, perennials and more.
I’m often asked for advice on visiting gardens in the UK. And the first thing I say is ‘look up the National Garden Scheme.‘ The National Garden Scheme opens gardens…
The best recycled garden ideas from the show gardens at RHS Chelsea plus how to achieve a sustainable, vintage effect in your own garden.
How to achieve the prettiest contemporary cottage garden style – and why the 70/30 rule will make your planting so much more successful.
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Contemporary cottage garden style – the power of the 70/30 rule
How to achieve the prettiest contemporary cottage garden style – and why the 70/30 rule will make your planting so much more successful.
How to turn a wide shallow backyard into the perfect garden
How to divide up a wide shallow backyard or garden – turn it into a beautiful outdoor space with just a few clever tips.
The really easy guide to pruning hydrangeas
Confused by contradictory advice on how and when to prune hydrangeas? This post makes it easy to achieve beautiful blooms year after year.
Don’t dig up dahlias for winter! What to do instead….
I don’t dig up dahlias to store them over winter. And before you dig your dahlias up, it’s important to know the pros and cons. Do I have to dig…
The absolutely best way to prune English lavender beautifully
Find out how to prune English lavender to make it look better and last longer. Photos of my lavender from 2013-2023 are proof that it works!
How to plant a border like a pro
How to plant a border brilliantly – design tips and practical advice. How to position shrubs and flowers in the best places, plus other tips.
