Turn a shady corner into a lush, wildlife-rich woodland garden this April by working with nature

Learn to love the dim and shadowy corners of your plot – without the harsh glare of the sun’s spotlight, you can build an environment rich in texture, gentle colour and seasonal interest

Nick Hamilton explains why getting to know your garden’s sun, soil and shade situation will better help plants thrive

Anne outlines her top jobs to be getting on with over the coming fortnight

Work your way through your borders, removing dandelion flowerheads before they get the chance to set seed. Flowers of dandelions are a useful source of early nectar for pollinators but if they are abl

This spring jewel is so wonderful when it pops up in gardens, whether it is planted in borders or in areas of grass – as it is just as happy in both. The foliage will start with a slight purple tone a