Garden
Why is my hydrangea not growing – and what to do to fix it
Every year your hydrangea shows it’s starting to wake up around now and then gives you months of beautiful blooms – right? But…
7 seeds to sow directly outdoors in May for summer flowers
Filling garden borders and containers with flowers and plants bought from the garden centre can be pricey, and while growing your…
5 things people with lovely-smelling gardens always have
Have you ever stepped into a friend or family member’s garden and been wowed by how lovely it smells? Well, let it be a mystery…
Garden experts issue warning against three-cornered garlic
Homeowners are being warned to look out for an invasive plant that looks similar to snowdrops and wild garlic this summer…
5 reasons why your peonies aren’t blooming – and the simple fixes pro gardeners swear by
There are plenty of reasons why your peonies aren’t blooming. While peonies make beautiful bushy shrubs, nobody plants them for…
The low-maintenance shrub replacing hydrangeas this summer
Sorry hydrangeas, there’s a new shrub in town. Gardening experts are recommending viburnum varieties as a low-maintenance…
5 unusual things you should never put in a compost bin
Garden experts have revealed five things you should never put in a compost bin, following new recycling guidelines that have…
This style of metal outdoor furniture mimics a wooden look
Al fresco living is all about enjoying the few warm and sunny days we get in the year. And the last thing most of us want to be…
My neighbour said our tree blocked her light – expert advice
Let’s face it, everyone wants to avoid neighbour disputes, especially when you actually like the people you live next door to. So…
How to make an overlooked front garden feel private
Whether it’s neighbours peering in, constant foot traffic, or simply feeling a little too ‘on display’, it can be difficult to…
Richard E. Grant’s wisteria looks like a fairytale scene
If I had to choose my favourite celebrity home, it would have to be Richard E. Grant’s. Packed with personality, I frequently…
Hammocks are the must-have garden seating idea for 2026
One thing I’ve spotted consistently across our favourite brands’ garden furniture collections this summer is that pretty hammocks…