Female of the species

Fungi and insects make for an exciting season, says James Lowen

Bringing you some of the gardening news highlights

Suited to dazzle and trilling a joyous song, the goldfinch weaves its magic in both the countryside and garden

PHOTOS, LETTERS, TWEETS, QUESTIONS – HAVE YOUR SAY

Toby explains why natural predators and late season warmth can help provide many of this year’s beleaguered plants with a second wind of growth

Butterfly lover Tricia Atkinson is determined to help save her fluttering friends