Behind the garden gate

Paula Reed...

SEPTEMBER is not traditionally a month when the garden reaches its peak, but when we experience longer, warmer summers, it’s entirely possible. Some growers have conditions which suit late summer flow

The garden has given me much joy this year, though it’s not been without its challenges! Especially the weather, with so little rain for long periods. But those two months of drought made little impac

AS we draw this year’s season of gardening columns to a close, I thought I’d update readers on this year’s major project: improving and replacing the raised beds in my Secret Garden. The Secret Garden

REAL readers' gardens!

I love the autumnal colours of October, but it’s a busy month as my, my brother’s and one of my nieces’ birthdays are in this month. It can, therefore, be an expensive month, which is why I love to gi