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First daunted by the amount of work it needed, Rhian is now thrilled with the result of the huge project that nearly doubled the size of their property

Humaira has worked as a garden designer for over 10 years and runs a garden design course. Bob is the author of dozens of gardening books, as well as a radio presenter and organic gardener. A keen fru

Last year, Desert Island Discs presenter Lauren Laverne received a shock cancer diagnosis. In her first inter view since, she tells Sali Hughes how the experience has helped her to find joy in the everyday

There’s no better time than a bank holiday weekend to dive into some DIY and tackle those time-heavy tasks you’ve been putting off! With an extra day to play with, you can pace yourself, enjoy the tea

Anticipation starts to build every autumn, when the Royal Horticultural Society announces the gardens for its Chelsea Flower Show, which runs from 20 to 24 May. Between then and the show’s gates openi

Think of a classic cottage garden and you’ll likely bring to mind a naturalistic and romantic design with soft shapes, bold blooms, and a sweet heady fragrance in the air. The great news is, no matter