When the ground is too frozen for birds to find food and winter seedheads are in short supply, we can help them survive. The ...
Want to be a better, more considerate gardener? Browse our suggested list of New Year Resolutions, and see what you could do ...
Discover creative ways to reuse your real, cut Christmas tree, and find out what to do with a living, pot-grown tree when the ...
For the first time, the RHS suggests climate is the main driver of new gardening activity, as climate change presents ...
Join Monty Don as he reveals his five favorite gardens, blending history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes across the ...
These days we're all more aware of the benefits of eating seasonally. Not only do fruit and vegetables taste better when grown in season, but they're also often cheaper to buy. Eating seasonally is ...
Cordon tomatoes, also known as indeterminate tomatoes, are grown as tall, single-stemmed plants and need regular pruning to maximise fruiting potential and ensure good airflow between plants. Trailing ...
Pruning is one the gardeners most common tasks and for the odd bit of trimming and cutting, traditional manual secateurs are great, with loppers taking the strain for more demanding jobs. But, if ...
Getting the light levels right for your house plants is vital if they are to thrive. To keep your house plants happy, it's important to be realistic about how low the light conditions can be. No house ...
Greater or broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) is a small perennial plant that grows prolifically in gardens, and is often classed as a weed. You’ll find it in borders, paths and lawns, where its ...
In its native habitat, Rhus typhina can grow to heights of more than 20m, but in the UK it's not likely to grow taller than 5m, making it a perfect tree for small gardens. Bear in mind, however, that ...
House plants in the office can help to reduce stress levels, increase concentration and therefore productivity, and generally make the office a nicer environment to work in. The types of house plant ...