A major part of my gardening joy is visual, and as my knowledge and observational powers have improved over decades of gardening, so has my love of experimenting with colour schemes. When I first came

These fuss-free, compact shrubs are guaranteed to provide colour and impact for years without growing out of control – which means less stress for you!

Boost colour in spring and summer with these low maintenance alternatives to annuals

Bring a blaze of colour to your garden in August with a palette of bright and contrasting blooms, carefully positioned pots and a few late-season buys

Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

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