The acquisition of houses by the National Trust from the 1930s had less to do with the impoverishment of aristocratic families than the industrial wealth of bachelor donors, as Michael Hall reveals

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

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

Pass through The Old Rectory’s entrance gate off a country lane and you’ll find yourself travelling along a gently winding drive that’s cradled by stands of evergreen rhododendrons and laurel with can

Behind the restoration of the walled garden that reopens in June are the wonderful plants, most found or bred by its former owner Sir Cedric Morris, with others given to him by friends. Kendra Wilson traces their stories