Countdown to colour

Lavender is one of those plants that evokes memories, just to squeeze its automatic leaves is to be transported in time. Mediterranean holidays, granny’s perfume, childhood gardens or an aromatherapy

Pick the best palettes from this year’s show to grace your own garden

A close observation of the season’s cycles and respect for ecology have been the guiding principles in the development of the garden at Highlands, in the High Weald of East Sussex

A beautiful and productive garden needn’t cost the earth – simply choose the right plants

Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

Smarten up your front garden with hanging baskets that will burst with blooms from spring until the end of summer