Embrace the seed finale

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

Try the trend for plants that taste as good as they look

To garden successfully we need to work with nature and not against it – and that includes planting for wildlife. This doesn’t have to be dedicating a whole new area – but, in fact, growing ornamentals

Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

You don’t need a huge garden to enjoy the romance of a wildlife-rich meadow. All you need is a sunny patch in the garden no matter the size

IT’S midsummer, and this is usually the season when gardens are supposed to look their best – brimming with colour, buzzing with life, weed-free and calm, relaxing places for lounging with friends or