Summer is in full swing, and after such a bright, sunny spring, gardens up and down the country are bursting with colour and ...

So many new gardeners worry about pruning — but done right, it makes your plants stronger. Don’t be afraid to give a bold cut ...

Don’t let bare, boring walls bring your garden down. Climbing plants can turn an unused corner of your garden into a breathtaking feature. Nothing speaks of an English cottage garden like a beautiful ...

Updated 16/06/2025 Japanese gardens have a unique look and are easy to implement in your space, big or small. You can either add a subtle Asian twist to an existing garden design by including a few ...

Bark and wood chippings provide a natural barrier against weeds. You need to lay them about 5cm deep, so check your measurements to make sure you buy enough material to cover the desired area. Protect ...

Updated 13/06/2025 What’s better than gorgeous plants to fill your garden? Free plants! And self-seeders produce new plants for us every single year. Fuss Free If you want a fuss free garden, you can ...

Homemade solution This homemade weedkiller recipe offers a natural and effective alternative to chemical-based herbicides. Made from everyday household ingredients, it’s safe for pets, children, and ...

Creating a Mediterranean garden in your space is a fantastic way to ensure you spend more time relaxing in your garden this summer, and less time working – as their relaxed style needs little ...

Potager gardens were invented in France as ornamental kitchen gardens. They combine fruit and veg crops with flowers and herbs to enhance the beauty of the space. The idea is to give a functional ...

The trick to getting tropical plants to work in your garden is to mix them with naturalised British plants. Create a framework using diverse varieties, and fill them in with plants like Carex, ...

Start with the blades on a higher setting to avoid scalping it as bare lawn gives weeds the chance to settle and grow. Maintenance You’ll get the best cut if the blades on your lawnmower are kept ...

Slugs love our damp, mile climate. And as a result, they can be a real pest in the garden, feasting on our beloved blooms and chomping on our crops. Although, surprisingly, most slugs prefer to eat ...