The self-sufficient (ish) gardener

Andrew Oldham explains how he has created a dappled, forest-inspired space and why it provides such wellbeing and wonder

Andrew Oldham explains why trees, shrubs, perennials and roots create a magic low-maintenance mix

Throughout August I cut the box hedges that give shape to the vegetable garden. They’re just under waist height but that’s enough to protect most plants from the wind and they are a good dark backgrou

Amateur Gardening is proud to encourage its readers to work with nature. Sue Bradley discovers how increasing numbers of people are embracing organic methods of gardening

Sun, scent and super colour

Editor and resilient-gardening expert Kim Stoddart shares natural methods to help you create a garden that is truly alive and full of hope and joy