BBC Gardeners World Magazine - June 2022

In this issue

Meet Alan at Highclere – the real ‘Downton Abbey’.

Try Rekha’s strawberry ginger bites.

Grab your shears and secateurs for Alan’s pruning masterclass.

Monty's summer veg patch

Discover how to make the best of early crops as Monty reveals his star plants for June and the best veg to sow now to keep your harvests coming right through the summer

5 mins

Pots for summer impact

In the first of a new series, Arit Anderson inspires us to be creative with simple containers oozing summer flair. This month, a combination of plants perfect for pollinators and wildlife

3 mins

PLANTS WITH PURPOSE

Bring life and colour to your pond with carefully chosen plants. Carol Klein explains how to choose the right ones

6 mins

A ROSE FOR EVERYONE

Discover why we all need roses in our gardens and how to ensure you get your best-ever blooms this summer, with Adam Frost's tricks of the trade

6 mins

Homegrown drinks & remedies

In her new book, The Modern Gardener, Frances Tophill shows you how to transform herbs and flowers into delicious drinks and natural remedies

3 mins

Where do I start? Pruning

For beginner gardeners, getting to grips with the fundamentals can seem daunting. But in this 12-part exclusive series, Alan Titchmarsh is sharing his wisdom to help you master the skills that really matter. This month, find out why pruning is beneficial to trees and shrubs, why you need a plan before starting a job, and when it's best to leave a plant alone. Follow Alan's tips, pick up your secateurs with confidence and take the fear out of pruning for good.

7 mins

The great garden getaway

Enjoy your best-ever summer in the garden, with an array of outdoor-elevating inspiration for eating, relaxing, celebrating, and making the most of your garden this season. Planning your perfect retreat starts here

3 mins

Wiser ways with water

From healthier natural environments to reduced pollution and lower carbon emissions, there are many benefits to cutting back on our water-use, explains Jack Wallington

6 mins

Fresh from the plot

Early mornings are a treat for Rekha this June, as she begins to enjoy her first crops. But she's always looking ahead, and now is the perfect time to start next year's strawberries

3 mins

Bounty on a budget

PART 2 In this second of the new six-part series, expert grower Sally Nex shows you how to get more out of your plot, with harvests that keep on coming right into autumn

5 mins

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BBC Gardeners World Magazine Description:

BBC Gardeners’ World is Britain’s best-selling gardening magazine, helping to inform and inspire gardeners everywhere to get the very best from their gardens. The magazine brings gardening to life through the passion of its contributors, who share a wealth of experience and knowledge in a clear, informed and often humorous way. Gardeners’ World Magazine caters for every gardener – from keen enthusiasts to novices – with sound advice they can trust.