How to grow calendula

Fancy growing something new? Take your pick on what’s new in 2026

Cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus) are among the easiest and most rewarding annuals you can grow, offering clouds of clear blue flowers that feel both nostalgic and fresh. They thrive in temperate climate

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Nasturtiums are fabulously rewarding flowers to grow – they are cheerful, quick to flower and wonderfully forgiving, making them ideal for beginners as well as experienced growers looking to fill gaps

If you’re new to sowing seeds or haven’t had much success in the past, then let me take you through the basics. It’s such a rewarding, cheap and easy way to fill your pots, borders and veg patch. Some

There’s not much happening outdoors at the moment, but if you follow the prepping advice of these RHS stars, you’re guaranteed a fabulous display later in the year – and you’ll save money too