My grandmother, Crac, was my first inspiration. She lived in the gatehouse at Lullingstone, where I live now. She taught me not to worry if you lose a few plants but just to keep on going. Every Frida

Saving your own seeds saves you money, helps you continue to grow important or favourite varieties, preserves links with the past and means you can share your seeds with others. But more importantly,

It should come as no surprise at all that the garden at Pitlowie House is filled with varied planting – especially of interesting trees and shrubs. It belongs to garden photographer Ray Cox and his wi

This cottage now has a garden to match its charming appearance, thanks to the efforts of its owners

Keen collectors sooner or later find their way to the outstanding trees and shrubs at Bluebell Arboretum in Derbyshire, writes Charles Quest-Ritson. It’s a wonderful sight at this time of year

As the season draws to a close in this Yorkshire garden, a final flourish of autumn colour lights up even the shadiest corners