Scrambling over supports and into trees, these plants are a true delight of the season, says Sue Fisher

There are endless varieties of clematis to brighten up any wall or structure, says Joe Swift

Some of our best garden plants are climbers. I grow many including clematis and roses, along with annuals such as sweet peas, and they all produce masses of colour – so why would you not fill your gar

Soil conditions and frost risk mean patience is essential

Create new perennial plants to share and give your garden an instant lift for the year ahead

It’s time for sowing, planting alpine containers and living screens and tidying up old growth