This north-facing plot has been smartly redesigned for every day, family living

The colourful displays of tulips are the main players in the formal walled garden at Westbrooke House

I have previously turned a blind eye to parts of my garden hidden from general view. There is so much to do and anything out of sight (although not out of mind) is not at the top of my priority list.

The borders in Jānis Raubiška and Martin Paley’s garden look as though they are having a party. Planting designer Jānis says he doesn’t have any time for pastels – he finds them boring. Fireworks are

Tucked away in the heart of busy west London is a tiny but enchanting garden full of hidden corners, playful elements and unusual woodland plants

Kay Maynard explains how her first-ever garden has become a wildlife-friendly haven with year-round interest