Right now, I’m pruning the roses. I hate them looking so straggly and forlorn, and he-who-has-opinions can’t bear their wayward stems trying to snag him as he makes his way to the shed. I feel the ros

Make sure to measure the space where it’s going to go before committing to a tree. There are all sorts of different varieties to choose from, but try to make sure that the tree is healthy before you t

Make life lovely

This is my annual guilty pleasure. By early December I am as frantic as anyone. As I hurriedly plant the last of my bulbs and make sure to complete essential deadlines before the end of the year, I co

Brighten the dark days — and lift your spirits — with the blazing colours of dogwoods, bamboos and brambles

There’s something deeply joyful about creating your own festive wreath. Beyond the finished design, it’s the gathering of materials and the act of making that brings a special sense of connection to t