Autumn garden ideas – what works and what doesn’t
This year’s autumn garden has taught me a lot about choosing plants for late-season colour. I’ve always thought of trees and leaf colour as the defining element of an autumn…
Tips and techniques from experts. No-fuss and easy but effective.
This year’s autumn garden has taught me a lot about choosing plants for late-season colour. I’ve always thought of trees and leaf colour as the defining element of an autumn…
How to choose the right garden tree? I think we all dither over this because trees seem like such a big purchase. More like buying a sofa than buying a…
I sense that the September garden isn’t anyone’s favourite. Vita Sackville-West abandoned Sissinghurst for the Mediterranean in September. Alan Titchmarsh refers to ‘the depths of September and October’. There’s a…
Have you run out of gardening steam by the time you get to the late summer garden? I know I do, which is why it was always so inspiring to…
I’ve always wondered about ‘no dig flower borders‘ for annuals, shrubs and perennials. Not that I ever do much digging. But I wondered if the principles of no dig veg…
Beautiful plants and stylish garden screens to make your windy garden look stunning. And you’ll really enjoy being in it!
Self-seeding plants are easy-care, pretty & free. Equally perfect for cottage and contemporary gardens – here are 25 reliable self-seeders.
Winter damage to plants can take you by surprise. The real problems aren’t necessarily caused by snow, freezing winds or low temperatures in the depths of winter But you can…
Tree surgeon, arborist or chain saw man?Find the right tree pruning specialist – the wrong one will make your trees look ugly.
What do you imagine to be the essence of a ‘March garden’? January and February stand for frosts, snowdrops, the brilliant colours of cornus stems and even the last remaining…
I’ve seen other people make natural plant supports from clippings. But not being a very handy person, I hadn’t thought of actually trying it myself. However, I can now reveal…
I’ve always been slightly nervous of buying ‘unusual plants.’ Maybe they’re just for expert gardeners? More demanding? Difficult to grow? If you’re new to gardening, you will often be advised…
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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.
