Garden notes

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

These fuss-free, compact shrubs are guaranteed to provide colour and impact for years without growing out of control – which means less stress for you!

Try the trend for plants that taste as good as they look

Ensure all the plants in your garden are giving their best performance by keeping them sufficiently fed and hydrated. Azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias start to form next year’s flower buds from la

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

Transform any garden with this versatile solution