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Creating beautiful spaces while increasing biodiversity, minimising environmental impact and preserving natural resources is a common goal – here, garden experts share their methods

Amateur Gardening is proud to encourage its readers to work with nature. Sue Bradley discovers how increasing numbers of people are embracing organic methods of gardening

A new, ‘kinder’ approach to gardening advocates treating our gardens and ourselves with care and respect. It’s changing the look and health of our outside spaces, and how they make us feel

How can gardeners ensure their treasured gardens are more resilient to a changing climate, asks Nicola Stocken

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I owe my love of plants to my grandparents. My grandfather was a passionate gardener who taught me about soil, seed sowing and nurturing the land. My grandmother opened my eyes to colour, scent, form