Garden
6 flowers to plant now for a colourful autumn display
Summer can’t last forever, but your blooming garden can, as experts have revealed six flowers to plant in August for a burst of…
The 5 best herbs to grow on a kitchen countertop
If you’re keen to know what herbs to grow on a kitchen countertop you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re short on outdoor…
August garden jobs – 12 flower, vegetable and maintenance tasks
August is a productive month for gardeners – crops are up for harvest, plants are up for pruning, and there’s a long list of…
How to deadhead bedding plants in August
The hot weather has made gardening a challenge this year, with many of us struggling to keep plants looked after and watered in…
7 reasons your agapanthus isn’t flowering
As we approach mid-August, you might find yourself asking, ‘Why is my agapanthus not flowering?’ This cottage-garden staple is…
6 plants that can keep foxes out of your garden this summer
If you’re dealing with nocturnal garden invaders, choosing the right plants to deter foxes can be a gentle way to make your…
5 heatwave-proof evergreen plants for colour in every season
Summer is usually when our gardens are at their peak, but after another run of hot, dry weather, you’ve probably noticed yours is…
Alan Titchmarsh says this drought-tolerant plant is a must
As summers become hotter and dry spells more common, it is no surprise whatsoever that we’re all looking for plants that can cope…
7 water-saving garden habits experts swear by
Looking after our gardens during this summer’s exceptionally hot weather has been a challenge. And with hosepipe bans in place…
22 container garden ideas to make the most of every garden
Looking for container garden ideas? There’s so much room for creativity when it comes to filling and arranging planters in a…
How to make a pumpkin arch like Martin and Shirlie Kemp
Ever since I spotted Shirlie and Martin Kemp’s stunning pumpkin archway on Instagram, I’ve been so excited for Autumn. So, I’ve…
Try using Levington Tomorite on other plants
If there’s one fertiliser I’ll buy every year for my tomatoes and, surprisingly, other plants in the garden as well, it’s this…