Transform your garden on a budget

Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

If you can’t paint your garden walls or fence, you can still add interest by using outdoor textiles to inject some colour and pattern. Dig out tester pots or leftover paint to jazz up plain planters.

A beautiful and productive garden needn’t cost the earth – simply choose the right plants

Ensure all the plants in your garden are giving their best performance by keeping them sufficiently fed and hydrated. Azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias start to form next year’s flower buds from la

Here’s how to create the ultimate 360 space using every unloved corner and shaded nook to make the most of your outdoor area

Try the trend for plants that taste as good as they look