The new shangri-la

Make your patch a little piece of paradise with these smart ideas for layouts, materials, furniture and, of course, plants

This LUSH GREEN space, packed with tropical plants, would make us believe we were in hot and sunny climes

Water is an essential element of the garden – cooling, soothing, reflecting and animating – as significant as planting or a place to sit. It works simultaneously on ecological, sensory, aesthetic and

Give your garden the attention it deserves with our guide to creating a space that’s functional, looks good and is packed with year-round interest

Creating this rooftop oasis – seven storeys up with no lift – presented huge challenges but the effort paid off, with a stunning space high above the city

Relaxing our grip on our gardens and creating a closer harmony with wildlife is bringing a new beauty to our outdoor spaces – gentler, looser and naturally delightful