Nothing beats home-grown crops for flavour, but if a kitchen garden with its regimented rows of fruit and vegetables doesn’t appeal, then consider creating a pretty potager

Alexandra Campbell provides a comprehensive growing guide to these easy, colourful and wildlife-friendly wonders

Discover how to grow these seasonal showgirls to keep borders lively as the days grow shorter

Mary Keen visits the organically run Chippy Flower Farm in Oxfordshire, set up five years ago and already a great success locally–especially its pick-your-own area

Liz Zorab shares her favourite daisy-shaped flowers for late colour

Look ahead to next spring and prepare for a display to rival Chelsea!