Perfect your patio

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.

Isabelle Palmer is an expert when it comes to using containers to turn small balconies and patios into something fabulously floral. Here, she advises us on how to team plants and planters to create different looks

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

Whether you want a stylish display on a patio or fancy trying your hand at growing veggies, these planter ideas will perk up your outdoor space

Bring a blaze of colour to your garden in August with a palette of bright and contrasting blooms, carefully positioned pots and a few late-season buys

If your patio is looking a bit tired, now is the perfect time to plan a revamp