Grasses really can be great garden plants and the most wonderful thing about them is that they need very little investment by way of time and effort according to Neil Lucas.
Gardening advice
Creating autumnal garden hues
Geoff Stonebanks gives an insight into the autumnal hues at his award winning garden Driftwood Garden
Planting shrubs and trees in autumn
Autumn is the perfect season for planting shrubs and trees. Andy McIndoe gives his advice and top tips for planting, and his 5 favourite shrubs.
Why is autumn the best time for planning and planting?
Geoff Hodge offers some timely advice on planning and planting in autumn for seasonal interest.
How can I help my garden survive drought and floods?
We can’t control the weather. Our gardens are at the mercy of sun scorched drought and storm drenched floods. Geoff Hodge explains how you can make your garden more weather proof.
Autumn lawn care
Andy McIndoe offers some autumn lawn care advice, including mowing, scarifying, collecting leaves and other top tips.
Are trees good for the birds?
There is something magical about watching birds feed in your own garden. But it’s not just about putting out bird food. What we grow in our gardens can be a vital lifeline too. As winter approaches there is much we can do to help wildlife get through the cold bleak months.
What sort of containers can I grow plants in?
Bored of pots and planters? You don’t need to buy special containers for your plants. Why not recycle something to create a more unusual display? Debi Holland offers some suggestions
How can I deal with drought
The sight of plants wilting and dropping their leaves like it’s already autumn to reduce their water use can be very dispiriting – even depressing, but all is not lost
How can I save money on plants?
Geoff Hodge shares some hints and tips to make more of your garden plants and save some money by growing something for nothing – or just about!
How to deal with drought in the garden
Top tips on dealing with drought in the garden in hot weather, including watering advice for lawns, containers, shrubs and trees.
Keep your veg garden productive
With a little care and attention you can keep all your herbs, fruit and vegetables at the peak of perfection, Martyn Cox offers some timely advice
How can I be a better summer gardener?
Late summer can be the best time in our gardens. This year we’ve seen a lot of rain, so growth has been accelerated hugely and as a result there’s still so much to do, but don’t forget to take time out to enjoy your garden too.
Grow Cosmos in your garden
Cosmos plants are easy to grow in the garden, look beautiful and are a magnet to bees and butterflies. Cosmos is easy to grow from seed.
Can I grow flowers with my veg?
Debi Holland offers five reasons why flowers are good to grow in among your veg.
Garden plants for free
It’s easy to get more plants in your garden for free. Jean Vernon picks out five of her favourite self-seeding plants.
Are there any houseplants you can use?
Houseplants have a range of benefits and here are five houseplants that offer more than just looks and aesthetics.
Year round rose care
How to keep your roses looking their best with rose expert Michael Marriott.
Easy fruit for beginners
Want to grow your own fruit, but not sure where to start? Jean Vernon picks five fruits that are really easy to grow and will give you a great crop year after year.
How can I garden to save the planet?
Sometimes global issues can make us feel helpless but we can all make changes to our daily routines which multiply up to significant results, says Debi Holland.
Grow attractive edibles
In his Grow-Your-Own feature Martyn Cox recommends plants that look good and taste great.
How can I garden more naturally?
Jean Vernon suggests a few ways to garden more gently, lessening your impact on the planet and its precious resources
Radish revolution
There’s more to radishes than a just a quick filler crop or something for the children’s garden. Vicki Cooke extolls the virtues of the humble radish.
What edible plants can I grow in containers?
Debi Holland suggests Five Fab edibles for containers.
How can I garden on a budget?
If you are stuck at home with little or no income, Debi Holland shares her tips and ideas for increasing your garden blooms without breaking the bank.
Can I grow my own salad?
Follow Geoff Stebbings advice and grow your own salads this season
How can I create some privacy in my garden?
Jean Vernon suggests some inspiring and simple ways to create some privacy in your garden
Getting started with potatoes
One of the easiest vegetables to grow is the humble potato. Buy seed potatoes now and give your crop a head start.
How do I cope with gardening in a frost pocket?
Tamsin Westhorpe takes the chill off gardening in a frost pocket with some handy hints.
How can I make my garden containers more festive?
Geoff Stonebanks shares his festive tips and plants for garden containers.
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