Wild prospects

A thriving hedge does more than mark boundaries – it brings structure, beauty and calm, while offering shelter and sustenance

Throughout August I cut the box hedges that give shape to the vegetable garden. They’re just under waist height but that’s enough to protect most plants from the wind and they are a good dark backgrou

THERE’S nothing better in midsummer than going into the garden and listening to the buzzing of bees going about their business – especially if you are taking the chance to sit and relax! Similarly, it

WE OFTEN IMAGINE conservation unfolding in wild, far-flung landscapes, not in the middle of bustling cities. Urban environments can seem like the end of the road for nature, where even the trees appea

There’s room for some - but not always for all with pushier plants explains Toby

A thoughtfully designed front garden offers a warm welcome home, balances practical considerations and creates a healthy habitat for flora and fauna. Here’s how to do it