Toby ponders the whys and wherefores of gardening and its meaning through the ages

Turn the space you’ve got into the garden you want – fast!

Andrew Jackson , a social housing director, nurtured a wildflower wonderland in the garden of his Beverley new-build home. It has since featured on Gardeners’ World and he also created a show garden at Harrogate Flower Show this year. He shares his blossoming journey

Editor and resilient-gardening expert Kim Stoddart rustles up some excuses for creative gardening play

Every piece of art and design has its focal point. Gardens are no exception to this rule and leading the eye to one main area of interest – or several, depending on how much space you have – can have

Immersive planting and borders that seem to wrap around and shelter us create a sense of sanctuary in the garden, at any time of year