Follow some simple steps to give nature the support it needs through the cold months

Nature’s spiky deterrents–thorns, spines and prickles–may be quick to catch us out, but they can also prove to be a useful ally, discovers Laura Parker

Anne explains how to have sweeter gooseberries and gets started with mushrooms

WILDER WINTER GARDENS

With a few easy tweaks – from mowing smarter to welcoming wildflowers – your patch of green can be a planet-friendly mini ecosystem

MAKE YOUR GARDEN A WINTER HAVEN FOR BIRDS, BEES AND BUGS WITH THESE FAUNA-FRIENDLY PLANTS AND FLOWERS