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How To Grow...Winter-​Flowering Clematis

Let these climbers put on a show during the darker months.

Plastic Isn't Fantastic

Ruth shows you how to reduce plastic use in the garden

Other Ways Of Going Green

These simple steps will reduce your plastic footprint

Return Of The Busy Lizzie!

A new strain has brought a classic back to life, says Peter

Sweet Success

If you haven’t tried growing your own sweetcorn, then you should. It’s easy and tastes great, says Bob 

Make Room For Sunflowers

Is there a happier flower than the Helianthus? Sow now to enjoy their golden faces in borders and containers, says Hazel Sillver

How To Grow Magnolia Trees

Magnificent magnolias can actually suit a smaller garden, says Anne Swithinbank

Create Unbeatable Displays With Spring Bedding

For an injection of colour, you can’t beat bedding. And with garden centres groaning with options, Tamsin Hope Thomson reveals how to make the most of them.

How To Have Success With Tender Perennials

There’s no need to be frightened about having tender perennials in your garden, says Tamsin Westhorpe, as they’re easy to grow and very rewarding.

Get More Juicy Fruits

Forcing fruit can mean double delight, says Bob.

Seek Out Those Sap-Suckers

Look out for signs that sap-sucking aphids are attacking and decimating your plants, says Toby

This Week It's Radishes

They’re arguably the easiest veg to grow, but which top Graham Rice’s taste table?

Perennials To Cut Back Now

Ruth gives hellebores and other border plants a trim.

​Beauty From Bulbs

Take inspiration from Keukenhof displays, says Peter

This Week It's Zinnias

Whether you want a traditional type or something a little different, Graham’s shortlist of zinnias has reliable options for all.

​Time For My Crystal Ball…

Peter forecasts plants that will make their mark in garden centres, and perhaps your garden, this year.

Plan To Avoid Mistakes

Think before you act to be a better gardener, says Bob

The Only Way Is Up

A small space has not thwarted the Paynes’ big ambitions for their city garden

How And Where To Use… Variegated Plants

Tamsin Westhorpe throws some light on how variegated planting can add sparkle to your garden

Get A Head Start For Unbeatable - Summer Colour

January may be the gloomiest of months, but plan now and you can look forward to a brighter future, courtesy of the most colourful summer flowers, says Louise Curley.

It's Almost Time To Plant Snowdrops

Delicate, fragrant and a sure sign that spring is approaching, Galanthus really are priceless. But are bulbs costing £10 each (or more) really worth shelling out for, asks Graham Rice.

A Fresh Start

Winter flowers are uplifting for us and vital for the first bees of the year, says Val

How to create a Cottage Garden

Informal, floriferous and pretty – we all love a cottage garden. Hazel Sillver looks at how to achieve the chocolate box effect in your own garden.

The Hole Story

Right now, holes are being created in trees up and down the land. Graham Clarke discusses what could be making them

Warm Up The Veg Plot

Take action now to get crops like courgettes, squashes and outdoor tomatoes off to flying start this spring.

Hare Today...

What actions should gardeners take against hungry hares? Graham Clarke looks at the options.

Making Sure It's Gone To Rot

Fallen leaves will eventually make a wonderful mulch for the wildlife garden, says Val.

The Significance Of Our Favourite​ Festive Plants

Holly, ivy and mistletoe are all Christmas classics, but how did they become so central to the holiday season – and which are the best types to grow? Graham Rice has the answers.

hellebores

hellebores you can buy hellebores in pots for planting now. graham rice guides on how to choose the best hellebore for your garden

how to grow lilies

these showy plants light up our gardens from june to september