A banquet of leaves and light

Over four decades one couple have packed their shady garden with a multitude of unusual foliage plants and woodland treasures

Putting her own stamp on an inherited garden was the mission of one adaptable plantswoman

Natural perennial planting, with light-diffusing grasses and pools of burnished colour, has elevated a relaxed Sussex farmhouse plot

Mellow September sunshine filters through the slopes and terraces of the gardens at Iford Manor, painting the curated collection of plants, statuary and ornate details with a warm golden glow. Buttery

Look to the beautiful beds and borders of Hidcote Manor to discover how to prolong the season of interest, with this advice from National Trust head gardener Lottie Allen

Lush borders, tropical planting and tranquil views unfold around a historic former vicarage