Starting over

Garden plagued by problems? Here’s how to transform any space

The garden was a blank canvas when I first moved in. A single tree. A lawn invaded by alkanet. London clay so hard you couldn’t push a spade in. I was more concerned with urgent matters such as the de

Editor Kim Stoddart explains how she has evolved her resilient approach over the years to find a balance for both garden and gardener

Nearly 20 years ago, we bought a house in north London, not just for the building itself, but because hidden behind the terraced row was a secluded garden – a delightful surprise in this central Londo

There is a real chill in the air, and the autumn berries have been magnificent this year, as have the autumnal leaf colours. A prolonged hot period during summer and high sugar content in the leaves h

Who needs a perfect rectangle when smart design, garden lights, and a firepit can turn even the quirkiest garden into the ULTIMATE HANG - OUT ?