Inject some colour and height into your garden with plants that have spires of flowers. These are the garden hot rods, says Jean Vernon.

Nurture an interest in plants or gardening with a houseplant. Give children something to care for and nurture and you may be starting them on a greener journey says Debi Holland.

Geoff Stonebanks explores the sound of water in the garden and how it changes our enjoyment.

Geoff Stonebanks shares how his garden tantalizes the senses, especially in terms of sound and scent.

Debi Holland shares some effective ways to get the kids out into the garden.

Get to know some of the fun and funky creatures that live and breathe in our gardens this summer. Here are five to fascinate the kids.

A biennial is a plant that flowers the year after they are sown, and there are some really great types that you can grow.

Prise the kids away from their screens and give them a reason to get outside into nature. Debi Holland has lots of ideas

Vicki Cooke unravels some of the mysteries and historical facts about growing figs in Britain.

There’s a new disease affecting our garden birds and our blackbirds are being affected. Jean Vernon explores some ways to keep our blackbirds safe and healthy.

Water is a precious resource. Jean Vernon explains the best way to water your garden and plants.

Vicki Cooke, former Kitchen Garden Keeper at Hampton Court Palace explores the sweet and the sharp of gooseberries.

Keep the colour going in your garden with expert advice from Martyn Cox.

As a nation we love feeding the birds. But it’s just as important to ensure they have a safe and reliable source of fresh water says Jean Vernon.

If you are struggling to keep your containers properly watered or you’ve got a hosepipe ban, we’ve got some timely advice to assist.

Tomatoes are one of our most familiar fruits and it is hard to imagine European cuisine without it. Vicki Cooke explores the history of the tomato as well as her top growing tips.