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Summer bulbs
Summer-flowering bulbs have such a great deal to offer in terms of colour, shape and drama. They should be planted as habitually as tulips, says Tamsin Hope Thompson
Courgette? YOU BET!
If you’re new to growing veg, courgettes may look like they could be a difficult crop to grow. The truth is, says Tony Flanagan, they’re one of the easiest and (be warned!) one of the most prolific
Celebrate St Valentine's Day with Bleeding Hearts
Dicentra and Lamprocapnos light up dappled shady areas with their heart-shaped flowers in pink, white and romantic red. Little wonder that Val Bourne loves them…
CLASSY CURDS? YES YOU CAN!
Cauliflower has a reputation for being a tricky plant to grow but with careful preparation and a little TLC, says Rob Smith, you can be assured of a good crop
Weed spotting
Excited by new growth only to spy odd hidden extras? Learn how to spot any uninvited guests, as Bob explains
Time To Trim Your Fuchsias
Ruth starts to prune her fuchsias ready for summer…
Prepare for action!
Plan crops, warm soil and stock up on essentials now
Wonders of winter aconites
Val enjoys the bee-friendly charms of these winter bloomers
River of no return
We must cherish sites of special interest, as any careless mistakes will be so damaging for our wildlife, says Val
Small but perfectly formed
Sow now for a tasty summer crop of baby toms, says Ruth
Summer bulbs delight
Plant a variety now for months of colour, says Ruth
In-between days indoors
Care for houseplants before spring regrowth, says Ruth Hayes
Late Chelsea implications
Some will benefit, but others will be missing, says Peter
Making more of moss
Making more of moss
The damp garden
A naturally wet garden near Salisbury has met its match in Barry and Jackie Candler, who have found ways to celebrate this moist environment, says Sue Bradley
To sow or not to sow
Having lots of growing options can be bewildering. If you can’t decide between seeds, plugs or plants, Bob can help
Resuscitating ramblers
A scuffle with a JCB leaves a rambler in tatters, but luckily Toby can save the day by making some hardwood cuttings
Get ready to get growing
Make time now to start growing your own, says Ruth Hayes
It's time to sow – and sow
Get sowing to prolong the flowering season, says Ruth
Chops away…
Getting rid of a friend’s tree can be emotionally draining and physically arduous, as Toby is about to discover
Hardy Gladioli
They’re tough, low maintenance and beautiful. Forget what you’ve heard about the classic tender gladioli, try the lesser-known hardy kind says Graham Rice
Enchanting and challenging Orchids
They have an aura of mystery and invoke obsession in collectors, and some behave like divas, but choose the right one and you can’t go far wrong, says Camilla Phelps
Keep frost from flowers
The health of flowers on fruiting plants is key to cropping success. Be sure to protect fruit buds from frost, says Bob
Add spring cheer with Primulas
In borders or pots, primulas are a welcome reminder that winter will soon be over. Louise Curley reveals how to make the most of this varied and colourful species
Climbers for Small gardens
Short of space, but want a great display? The only way is up, says Anne Swithinbank
A container of thank yous
A pot is for a season and not just for mums, says Ruth
OUR PLOTTER OF THE MONTH
Last year we officially launched a competition to find 12 readers and their plots that would feature in Kitchen Garden magazine this year. Here we meet one of our winners
KIT OUT YOUR GREENHOUSE
When it comes to kitting out your greenhouse, the world is your gardening oyster but here’s a small selection of items to whet your appetite
Milady is a true beauty
Sow these asters now for a carpet of colour, says Ruth
Keeping cuttings healthy
Ruth pots them on and makes sure there are no problems