Gardeners’ question time

One of the top experts on pests and diseases, Pippa gardens using organic methods. Matt trained at Kew and has been gardening professionally for more than 30 years. Kirsty is Head of Gardens at Balmor

Did the weather cause mottled rose flowers? Why are apples rotting? Read on…

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

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

There is a plum tree growing wild on wasteland with delicious fruits borne on its many suckers. If I dig up a sucker can I grow this tree in my garden or do I have to make a graft? Self-seeded plum tr

Looking after roses Cut back shrub ...