Autumn is the right time to buy and plant up trees and shrubs. Martyn Cox explains more in his guide for beginner gardeners.
Trees
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.
Small trees for spring blossom
Hello blossom! Plantsman Andy McIndoe picks some of his spring blossom favourites. These are all small trees suitable for most gardens.
What is the best Christmas tree?
When it comes to buying your real Christmas tree, make it the best you can buy. Jean Vernon has plenty of advice.
What is garden therapy?
Debi Holland unravels the myths, magic and truths of garden therapy.
What are annual, biennial and perennial plants?
Martyn Cox unravels the difference.
How can I use containers creatively in the garden?
Plants in pots and containers make up parts of most gardens, but they can be used to plant larger areas too, giving you lots of options in terms of plant choice and design.
Plant a tree for life
The tree you choose to plant will make an impact on lives, so Tamsin Westhorpe is keen that you choose it wisely
Five things to enjoy at RHS Wisley Gardens in spring
Jean Vernon pays a quick visit to the RHS flagship garden at Wisley; here are five things to enjoy this spring
HRH Prince Charles’ grave warning
HRH Prince Charles warns of devastating plant disease
How can I add structure to my garden
Plantsman Jamie Butterworth offers some garden design advice in his new blog. Here he explains how to create living structure in the garden using trees.
Trick or trees!
November is the perfect time to plant a tree. Tamsin Westhorpe picks out a couple of her favourite trees.
Plant a tulip tree
The tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) is an exciting, unusual specimen tree for the larger garden. Plant one in your garden for the ultimate wow factor!
Christmas tree dilemma
It may pay to shop around for your Christmas tree this season because a glut of cheap imports are due come into the UK.
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