Turnips

Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring

Make more plants this month by dividing perennials, sowing hardy annuals and planting summer bulbs

Editor Kim Stoddart explains how to boost results naturally for the benefit of garden and gardener

In the garden, hellebores and snowdrop bulbs are emerging through the wintry ground, while beyond, in borrowed views, dangling catkins and blossom-laden blackthorn branches sway in the hedgerows. Thes

Don’t wait for summer to realise your garden’s not up to scratch. The best time to sort your green space is now

As days grow longer, the urge to sow seeds is almost impossible to resist. But if you dream of overflowing beds, the most important thing to do now is plan the growing year to help you meet its sowing