Try layering a shrub

Propagating plants from your own cuttings is a fantastic project, and a really satisfying skill to have. You can increase your plant count without breaking the bank, and can share your cuttings with g

Autumn may be here but it’s the perfect time to fill your garden with fresh, new plants

Autumn and winter tend to be the seasons when the structure of a garden is most appreciated. Frost picks out the shapes of evergreen shrubs and hedging, and sun pierces through a filigree of bare bran

We dispel some myths about this most quintessential of autumn tasks

Get thriving new plants for free with our top tips for propagating everything from roses to willows

Check and prepare soil for planting evergreen shrubs. Now is a good time to plant if the soil is workable. Make sure your shrub is hardy and that it suits your soil and conditions. Variegated shrubs s