Marian Boswall defends the building of lakes, which bring both beauty and biodiversity

Within a framework of mature trees, this naturalistic Surrey garden contains a mix of informal planting and formal topiary

Garden plagued by problems? Here’s how to transform any space

A good time to visit The Old Rectory in Doynton is as dusk falls on a frosty December evening. Driving in through the gate, you’ll be cheered by the sight of two illuminated Portuguese laurel cylinder

Reader Caroline Crocker celebrates her chance to reclaim the family garden to create a plant lover’s paradise with a focus on climate resilience.

In winter the bones of the formal garden at Owlpen Manor come to life. Highlighted with frost, the dark greens and greys of hedges and topiary take on the patina of an engraving. The manicured parterr