There are certain types of plant that are invaluable in any garden, because of the qualities they bring to a bed or border, such as movement, focus and colour. Identifying these helpful heroes and wha

From grasses to ferns and herbaceous perennials, these choice winter evergreens light up borders with colour and texture, says Sue Fisher

Liz Zorab lists the eye-catching plants she hopes to add to her garden this year

Design solutions

In gardens where space is limited there are many solutions for making them look bigger – and for bringing you closer to nature

Over four decades one couple have packed their shady garden with a multitude of unusual foliage plants and woodland treasures