Brighten the dark days — and lift your spirits — with the blazing colours of dogwoods, bamboos and brambles

Rosie Irving explains why this easy-to-grow shrub offers beauty, berries and biodiversity all in one

If you want to plant a light woodland–perhaps underplanted with wild primroses and bluebells–or are looking for a luminous specimen tree for the garden, consider a birch, advises Charles Quest-Ritson

Discover the varieties that shine in every season and learn how to give them the best start

The days might be cold and grey but your outside space can still bring you joy – there are sturdy, vigorous plants that will fill it with beauty and heart-lifting colour…

Liz Zorab lists her favourites for early winter interest and scent