In an extract from her new book, The Productive Garden , Stephanie Hafferty explains how to save money and use traditional wisdom for homemade nasties-free loveliness

It’s time for sowing, planting alpine containers and living screens and tidying up old growth

Remove the tall old stems of Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) to encourage strong new growth. Use secateurs to cut each stem to 15cm from ground level, which might seem drastic but will result

In this first of a new mini -series, allotment guru Jayne Hickling shares her knowledge and recipes for this super summer staple

Prima ’s homes and food editor, Bella Evennett-Watts, shares her top advice and insider tips for this month

Who doesn’t love a bunch of fresh flowers? Instantly lifting your space and spirits, a home-grown posy is also a thoughtful and budget-friendly gift. If you haven’t tried growing flowers for cutting b