Tim Martin, National Trust head gardener at Greys Court in Oxfordshire, on the joys of spring and the beauty of slow gardening

At Belcombe Court in Wiltshire, a historic landscape blends centuries-old architecture, classical planting and modern garden ideas

This issue, we’re celebrating all things new, so why not explore some of the exciting new gardens that are open to visitors this year? New gardens in London include the forward-looking Carbon Garden,

Purple punctuates the planting: here an acer, verbena and some pinky-purple crinum, or swamp lily, stand out

The head gardener of Waterperry Gardens reflects on a life rooted there, and the lasting influence of its founder, Beatrix Havergal My connection with Waterperry began early: I was born in Waterperry!

Charities unveil new horticultural gems to explore this year, reports Ian Hodgson