Bittersweet symphony

A wonderful cool-weather crop, this variety of chicory is both eye-catching and delicious! The rounded red heads of leaves have a wonderfully crisp texture with the classic slightly bitter flavour. A

September for me marks the beginning of the gardening year. While many think spring is the start, now is the time to plan for next year and beyond. The bulb catalogues have been delivered to my front

Lucy explains how to make the most of the next few weeks

Blend beauty and bounty by choosing fruit and veg that earn their place in ornamental spaces

When their beautiful blooms are over, these plants keep on giving all the way through winter

Kari-Astri Davies considers choosing tulips to fire up her beds in the wake of bulb-buying frustration