If you love gardening, our magazine will inspire you. It's a real magazine, not just a newsletter, and it's packed full of interesting articles written by professional gardening journalists. It's totally free and arrives once a month by email. Here is a selection of recent articles.
The problem of marine pollution is one that we’re increasingly aware of, with an estimated 8 to 10 million tons of plastic entering the ocean each year. This man-made material...
If your hosepipe is in regular use to keep your pots, greenhouse and hanging baskets well watered, consider adapting your kit to make it even easier to access those difficult-to-reach...
Did you know that bats account for more than a quarter of mammal species in the UK? They’re often considered mysterious or scary – sinister even – but bats are...
Achilleas may not usually be considered showstoppers but these perennials are real team players in a mixed border: pretty, resilient, long lasting and fantastic for pollinators. Also known as yarrows,...
‘Eat the rainbow’ – that’s the nutritional advice of health experts; in other words, making sure you include a wide range of brightly coloured fruit and vegetables in your diet...
When we think about horticultural heroes, we often think of an individual - a designer, grower or presenter making waves in the industry. This month, however, our Modern Hero of...
Cut flowers for a vase By this point in the year flowers such as sweet peas, lilies, zinnias, gladioli and pinks will be hitting their stride, providing plenty of material...
Some gardens are designed simply to look beautiful. Others ask bigger questions - about how we live, what we grow, and our connection to the land around us. For Madeline...
Can you hold your nerve and hold off on the chemicals when it comes to aphid attacks? Pesticides are harmful to people, pets and the environment, and using these chemicals...
Have you ever spotted a snake in your garden? Grass snakes are not uncommon in England and Wales, though absent from gardens in Scotland and Ireland. However, they’re also shy...
As the summer gets going and the thermometer creeps a little higher, it’s really important to monitor the temperature inside your greenhouse and adjust it accordingly. Even on cooler days,...
Beautiful, blousy herbaceous peonies are one of the floral highlights of late spring/early summer. Bursting from fat, round buds, these blooms are luxurious and lush, whether you enjoy them in...
Have you ever stepped outside into your garden to do nothing more than stand and stare? It might seem counter-intuitive for a gardening magazine to encourage you to do virtually...
Take cuttings of pelargoniums Pelargoniums are a great addition to your summer garden, enjoying a warm and sunny spot in a pot or in the ground. Their bright colours and...
A very easy way to make your garden a little bit greener with absolutely no effort is to participate in No Mow May. This initiative, spearheaded by the charity Plantlife,...
Butterflies are often the stars of the show when it comes to winged insects in the garden, but did you know there are around 2500 species of moth in the...
If you’re planning a summer holiday and beginning to worry about how to keep your plants alive and thriving while you’re away from home, perhaps its time to consider a...
Alliums are fantastic flowers which pack a punch in a pot or a mixed border. They’re great for colour, structure and impact – and pollinators love them too. Part of...
There’s something about fragrance which triggers memories and feelings, and the sense of smell really comes alive in the garden – we’re surrounded by different scents which might evoke a...
Some horticultural stories are built over decades. Others begin with one bold decision, a leap into the unknown, and the determination to make something beautiful from bare ground. Jennifer Howarth...
Grow basil Sow basil seeds for a tasty addition to your kitchen garden – they make a great companion crop for tomatoes. The aromatic compounds in basil are thought to...
