Around 35 years ago, I walked into Barnsdale Gardens as a trained but young gardener who probably thought he knew more than he really did! Anyway, that day changed everything for me. My new boss was G

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE THIS MONTH WITH OUR GUIDE TO THE CHANGING SEASONS

IF YOUR LAWN IS LOOKING MORE BOGGY THAN VERDANT, HERE’S HOW TO RESCUE IT

Karen Maris, by email A ANNE SAYS A winter lawn-seed mix should germinate at soil temperatures above 5°C, so get yourself a soil thermometer and watch the forecast. But don’t sow if the ground is wate

The garden is quiet in January and February, but there are plenty of tasks to get on with. Some jobs are needed at this time of year while others, if carried out now, will help you for the gardening y

When we garden alongside nature, in collaboration with it, and also with other people, we share the tasks and the benefits to our wellbeing. Giving back feels good. But with the pull and push of moder