Birch tree sos

Toby explains how plants and trees set up natural defences and outlines what we can do to help

What is a tree? To you and me it might be a focal point in the garden, a source of shade and privacy, a provider of fruit or even a gift to future generations. To wildlife it could be home, shelter, a

Grow a haven for wildlife

Fallen branches and rotting stumps may look forsaken, but deadwood plays an essential role in the woodland

It should come as no surprise at all that the garden at Pitlowie House is filled with varied planting – especially of interesting trees and shrubs. It belongs to garden photographer Ray Cox and his wi

Advice and inspiration with Nige Eaton , horticulture expert at Moss & Moor, Ilkley