Purifying plants

IF you love houseplants you’ve probably come across them – those tiny little annoying flies that flit around the soil, and seem to enjoy flying straight into your face or your cup of tea. They’re fung

Lavender is one of those plants that evokes memories, just to squeeze its automatic leaves is to be transported in time. Mediterranean holidays, granny’s perfume, childhood gardens or an aromatherapy

THIS WEEK AT GLEBE COTTAGE

Choose fabulously fragranced flowers to add an extra-special touch to your summer garden

Isabelle Palmer is an expert when it comes to using containers to turn small balconies and patios into something fabulously floral. Here, she advises us on how to team plants and planters to create different looks

A beautiful and productive garden needn’t cost the earth – simply choose the right plants