The community allotments with lots to share

ENGLISH cottage gardens are growing in popularity as people seek to help wildlife, reduce waste and boost biodiversity. You don’t even need a garden or a cottage to join in! “Even if you only have a s

The garden has given me much joy this year, though it’s not been without its challenges! Especially the weather, with so little rain for long periods. But those two months of drought made little impac

Allotments get smaller as councils struggle with plot provision, reports Ian Hodgson

Editor and resilient-gardening expert Kim Stoddart rustles up some excuses for creative gardening play

As the golden days of summer fade, a new beauty emerges on the allotment. October brings a crisp chill to the air and a magnificent array of colours, a time for reflection and preparation. The past mo

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