Don’t forget…weeds aren’t really ‘weeds’ - they are just plants growing where you don’t want them too. In my monthly column in the August...

What a treat to enjoy Hampton Court flower show on press day this year. Apart from the obvious celebrity spotting (I can't pretend I...

Securing your garden and outbuildings such as sheds not only keeps bikes and other valuables safe but also prevents intruders from...

Locally grown, freshly picked, organic, beautiful British flowers! That's what British Flowers Week is all about. Celebrating cut flowers...

Ginger plants look so tropical and the edible roots are really quite funky looking as well! They can easily be grown in the UK adding...

Image Credit Choosing to spruce up or change your patio can drastically transform the look of your garden. But what is the best flooring...

Do you grow Cornflowers? They are so vibrant and exciting to see in the garden or on the allotment plot, I just love them! They are...

The theme for the UK mental health awareness week 2021 is nature! I love how much we are talking about the benefits of nature for...

It has been a dream of mine for so many years to write a book. A few years ago, I met with my agent to discuss some ideas and not long...

Freesia’s seem to have a bad reputation for being tricky to grow, but I have never found that to be the case at all. The fragrant Freesia...

Recently I have been scrolling back through my photos to remind myself of the Tulip fields in Amsterdam. It was a dream to visit...

If you would love an easy to care for, pretty and fragrant shrub, the Lilac could be just what you are looking for. Read the latest Grow...

What do you think of Dandelions? Mostly considered as annoying weeds, Dandelions are in fact a powerhouse plant! Full of goodness and an...

Image Winter is a time when the days become much shorter and the nights are long and cold. This is the season when, for our garden,...

Microgreens are seedlings that reach no taller than 10cm and are harvested usually with just one or two sets of true leaves. The thin...

Image Credit: Pexels CC0 License Introducing children to the wonder of gardening can not only instill in them a sense of pride and...

Rosemary is full of myth, legend, spirituality and healing, from the tradition of brides and grooms wearing a sprig for good fortune to...

Amaranthus has many common names from Love-lies-bleeding to Tassel Flower and even Pigweed - the latter because some species are toxic to...

This year I’ve focussed on saving water for my allotment plot 💦 How do you save water in your garden, plot or at home? Here’s my tips to...

Credit - CC0 License We all want to ensure that we’re getting the most out of our garden. The outdoor spaces of the home tend to go under...