Design solutions

Want a low-maintenance outdoor space that still has a big impact? Try these simple yet effective ideas

Make your patch a little piece of paradise with these smart ideas for layouts, materials, furniture and, of course, plants

Give your garden the attention it deserves with our guide to creating a space that’s functional, looks good and is packed with year-round interest

Relaxing our grip on our gardens and creating a closer harmony with wildlife is bringing a new beauty to our outdoor spaces – gentler, looser and naturally delightful

Stumbling upon their Dorset cottage, once the village shoemaker’s home and workshop, nearly two decades ago, Liz and Tim Hoad were enchanted by its history and coastal setting, but the garden was a wi

There is more to an attractive garden than simply planting striking blooms. Incorporating colour into the bones of your design provides year-round vibrancy and ensures there’s always something to catch the eye