Welcome to my lovely plot

At its core, mulching means adding a protective layer over your soil. This layer helps retain moisture, preserve nutrients, reduces the risk of soil washing away, suppresses weeds, protects plants – a

Lucy explains how to make the most of the next few weeks

October on the plot brings glowing sunsets, stubborn weeds and a harvest worth the backache – a month for reflection and plotting next year’s triumphs

REAL readers' gardens!

Jill Simpson, compost queen at Clynfyw, explains how they juggle 16 heaps to ensure a constant supply of top-notch ‘growing gold’

Turn this fallen asset into a powerhouse garden resource