Why do some seeds germinate more speedily than others?

Tumbling down to the River Severn in Shropshire, Bridgnorth captivates with its storied past and breathtaking views from two levels

The verdict is in: the versatile raised bed is a MODERN GARDEN must-have

In the list of requisites for a garden, sculpture is often fairly far down the page. Trees and shrubs, herbaceous plants, hard landscaping, lighting and furniture are all likely to take precedence ove

Sue Bradley explains how to apply a spot of flower power to hedging to brighten gardens and help wildlife

Adrian Thomas shines a spotlight on garden birds in decline, and how we can give them a boost

When we wrote our first book this was one of the standout recipes. Here is an even better version that is quicker to make and packed full of flavour. Serves: 4 60g cashew nuts140g walnuts400g raw beet