Custodians of britain’s living library

Originally a means of keeping a living record of garden plants, our 722 National Plant Collections–of everything from Abies to Zingiber –set the gold standard across the world. Charles Quest-Ritson meets some of the expert collection holders

Pick up some top tips and immerse yourself in beauty by paying a visit to gardens across the UK this summer. Here are a few suggestions from AG ’s Sue Bradley

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It’s a hugely rewarding pursuit and not as complicated as some people fear

When summer beckons, it is answered by a chorus of glorious roses that fill an enchanting Isle of Wight garden, created from scratch by Derek and Louise Ness

Members of the royal family and celebrities alike were out in force to celebrate some seriously stunning gardens at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London. This year’s event explored sustainability and