I spend a lot of time in my garden, which can require much effort, but I remind myself that with hard work comes big rewards and for me one of the greatest joys is the cultivation of scented plants, c

Find room for some fragrant plants to liven up your summer garden

I love being outdoors in nature; it is hard to say why, other than it seems to invoke feelings of calm and wellbeing in me that are simply not apparent in other spaces. The greener the better. Add in

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Aromatic plants turn your backyard into a natural spa

Mike Palmer explains how to choose the perfect plants for radiance, rest and relaxation