Witch hazel has scented flowers that can be vivid orange, yellow or red, standing out on any grey January day. Plants such as ...

Pottering in the greenhouse is a great way to stave off winter blues. Tidy up overwintering pelargoniums, have a go at ...

Want to be a better, more considerate gardener? Browse our suggested list of New Year Resolutions, and see what you could do ...

For the first time, the RHS suggests climate is the main driver of new gardening activity, as climate change presents ...

Discover creative ways to reuse your real, cut Christmas tree, and find out what to do with a living, pot-grown tree when the ...

Compost is nature's gift to your garden, a rich blend of nutrients that not only nourishes your plants but serves as an ideal fertiliser, organic mulch, and soil improver. Making your own compost is a ...

Many house plants are native to jungle or forest conditions, growing on the ground or as epiphytes beneath the tree canopy. They're therefore used to low light levels and will thrive in a shady spot ...

Watering can be an everyday task in summer, but to ensure you use only the water you need, and that it goes just where you want it, a spray gun attached to the end of your hose is an essential piece ...

If you're looking for a straightforward lawn trim, then a traditional hand push mower could be the garden tool for you. With no battery, fuel or electricity to worry about, manual lawn mowers are also ...

Pruning is one of the gardener's 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 ...

A lush, green lawn is a source of pride and joy for many gardeners, but as the focal point for gatherings with friends and family, it can suffer from overuse and too much wear and tear. Terrific turf ...

Planting, weeding and seed sowing are all enjoyable jobs, but they can be the cause of sore knees and stiff joints, even after short periods. Thankfully, garden kneelers come to the rescue. With a ...