Vibrant fruits and berries are now starting to keep our gardens bursting with colour – but many come with myths and secrets!

Nature’s spiky deterrents–thorns, spines and prickles–may be quick to catch us out, but they can also prove to be a useful ally, discovers Laura Parker

The days might be cold and grey but your outside space can still bring you joy – there are sturdy, vigorous plants that will fill it with beauty and heart-lifting colour…

The latest from Carol's beautiful cottage garden... plus her diary for the week!

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Rosie Irving explains why this easy-to-grow shrub offers beauty, berries and biodiversity all in one