Garden
5 flowers to sow in October for a colourful spring and summer
It’s not too late to get your seeds sown for a lovely, colourful spring and summer; in fact, now is the ideal time! ‘October is…
3 outdoor furniture trends that are worth buying into for 2027
Wondering which outdoor furniture trends are worth buying into for 2027? Next summer might seem like a long way off, but now is…
What to do with lavender in October – 4 ways to keep it healthy
While this year’s long, hot summer left many of the plants in my garden suffering in the heat, the lavender wasn’t one of them…
What to do with agapanthus in October – the essential jobs to do before winter
What to do with agapanthus in October depends on whether you have a deciduous or evergreen variety. Evergreen agapanthus have…
4 ways to use fallen leaves in the garden
My garden is positively littered with fallen leaves right now – my borders are filled to the brim – but rather than throw them…
What to do if your neighbour’s gutter overhangs your property
Wondering what to do if your neighbour’s gutter overhangs your property? An overhanging gutter alone might not be a strong case…
5 ornamental grasses that add colour to autumn gardens
When you think of adding autumn colour to your garden, you’re most likely thinking of flowers that bloom during this period. And…
6 beautiful plants to propagate in October
Wondering which plants to propagate in September? You’re in luck, as it’s actually one of the best months of the gardening…
Plant Elaeagnus for autumn fragrance in the garden
Ever heard of Elaeagnus? Gardening expert and television presenter David Domoney thinks it’s one of the best evergreen shrubs you…
When to plant bulbs for spring – and stunning early season blooms
Wondering when to plant bulbs for spring? They’re one of the best things you can add to your garden for effortless displays at…
5 evergreen ground cover plants to fill your borders in winter
During autumn and winter, our borders can look a little uninspiring and patchy. To combat this, you can fill them with evergreen…
Monty Don’s rustic water butt proves tanks can be beautiful
Monty Don just posted another sweet photo of his dog, Ned, but I spotted a background star: the water butt. Learning how to…