The best flowering hedges

Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

Liz Zorab reveals at some of the best shrubs for warm weather days

To garden successfully we need to work with nature and not against it – and that includes planting for wildlife. This doesn’t have to be dedicating a whole new area – but, in fact, growing ornamentals

These fuss-free, compact shrubs are guaranteed to provide colour and impact for years without growing out of control – which means less stress for you!

Lavender is one of those plants that evokes memories, just to squeeze its automatic leaves is to be transported in time. Mediterranean holidays, granny’s perfume, childhood gardens or an aromatherapy

Fill your garden with healthy, natural-looking varieties that have beautiful open flowers for pollinators