Can you navigate by trees?

Coastal gardens can be dazzling, but only if you work with local conditions. Here’s what to consider

Plants are so clever at adapting to their increasingly hot, sunny and dry surroundings

Native trees hold a special place in the UK’s traditions, myths and ecosystems

Mark Bailey is a freelance writer who has written for The Observer, The Times and National Geographic. marksbailey.com Many people rely on GPS apps to explore new landscapes, but with natural navigati

These proven performers can handle heat, shade, drought and more – but some do come with a warning!

Even a small country garden can contain an ‘orchard’ of trees and shrubs, so you can fill your fruit bowl with home-grown apples, pears, plums and more