From the ground up

The ground in your garden is a magical thing – it is the life-force behind your plants, and identifying the kind of soil you have and planting accordingly can be the difference between successful gard

Mike Palmer explains how despite its quiet, slumbering appearance, there’s lots happening in our outside spaces during the colder, darker months

How to carry on growing food over winter ...

Shop-bought compost can be expensive – but not just for your pocket. The energy used to transport bulky growing media over long distances can be costly for the planet too. It can be a challenge to mak

It is of course vital that crops are watered sufficiently, especially during the summer months, but it is surprisingly easy to give too much TLC to plants and end up overwatering them. Symptoms of thi

Get your soil winter-ready – now’s the time to dig, prep and boost your beds for spring