Fabulous french agapanthus

Agapanthus makes a dramatic addition to a sunny spot – and it’s easier to grow than you think, says Joe Swift

Choose from a stunning standard variety or compact lilac to bring colour and scent to your garden from May through to September

Try our pick of the most beautiful plants you can buy now

Smarten up your front garden with hanging baskets that will burst with blooms from spring until the end of summer

A beautiful and productive garden needn’t cost the earth – simply choose the right plants

A close observation of the season’s cycles and respect for ecology have been the guiding principles in the development of the garden at Highlands, in the High Weald of East Sussex