Shady characters

Some of our best garden plants are climbers. I grow many including clematis and roses, along with annuals such as sweet peas, and they all produce masses of colour – so why would you not fill your gar

Learn to love the dim and shadowy corners of your plot – without the harsh glare of the sun’s spotlight, you can build an environment rich in texture, gentle colour and seasonal interest

Scrambling over supports and into trees, these plants are a true delight of the season, says Sue Fisher

This spring jewel is so wonderful when it pops up in gardens, whether it is planted in borders or in areas of grass – as it is just as happy in both. The foliage will start with a slight purple tone a

REAL readers' gardens! Pruning roses A plant-packed suburban ...

There are endless varieties of clematis to brighten up any wall or structure, says Joe Swift