In the garden

A close observation of the season’s cycles and respect for ecology have been the guiding principles in the development of the garden at Highlands, in the High Weald of East Sussex

These fuss-free, compact shrubs are guaranteed to provide colour and impact for years without growing out of control – which means less stress for you!

Liz Zorab reveals at some of the best shrubs for warm weather days

Re-planning their garden in tandem with building a new extension helped Adam and Irenie Cossey create a flexible outdoor space for all the family

THIS WEEK AT GLEBE COTTAGE

Enjoy a flourishing garden without the drudgery of daily watering in hot weather by choosing resilient, drought-resistant plants that make minimal demands on limited resources