Practical solutions like replacing high allergen plants and shrubs and employing a sensible regime of grass cutting can do a…

As spring reaches its peak and summer begins, May is one of the busiest and most rewarding months. The soil is warming, plan…

It is time to get into the greenhouse and start to first clean up and then plan for the summer ahead. Growing under glass ca…

Comfrey is a versatile, valuable plant that excels as a soil improver and natural fertiliser. Easy to grow, its many uses ma…

One genus of plants has existed virtually unchanged on earth since long before the dinosaurs. For gardeners seeking somethin…

The surge in interest in composting is positive, but too many gardeners seem to be making common mistakes which is either sl…

A glut of apples might seem overwhelming at first, but it’s a delicious problem to have. With a little planning and creativi…

Tasting fruit before planting may seem like a small step, but it’s one of the most important parts of planning an enjoyable …

Bamboo is an incredible plant. Fast growing, the largest member of the grass family, tough as steel, and it can be beautiful…

Local councillor Andrea Foster has been trying to get home owners to get involved in gardening and try and make their front …