Fancy growing something new? Take your pick on what’s new in 2026

Pick sprouting broccoli shoots before the tight buds open into bitter, bright-yellow flowers. The ones you want for harvesting grow as short shoots coming from the upright main stems. They tend to be

Apios americana , known as the potato bean ...

There’s not much happening outdoors at the moment, but if you follow the prepping advice of these RHS stars, you’re guaranteed a fabulous display later in the year – and you’ll save money too

Stephanie Hafferty provides her pick of the more unusual perennials for tasty and nutritious meals

Lucy ponders some of the potentially exciting jobs for the fortnight ahead