Joe Clark says browning bananas can still be used to create stunning sweet treat - whilst their skins can benefit the garden in a way you wouldn't expect.
Moss tends to grow in lawns during winter as it thrives in damp, cold conditions, but it can be removed easily using ingredients you already have in your kitchen.
Too dark, too cold – winter’s charms aren’t as obvious as summer’s brassy joys. But for Robert Macfarlane, Alice Oswald, Poppy Okotcha and others, this is a rich season. Here, they offer ways to lean into it, with an introduction by...
Too brash and blowsy for some, these glorious flowers deserve a warmer welcome, especially at this time of year There are some plants that are inherently divisive – horticultural Marmite, either beloved or hated. Dahlias come to...
Got a houseplant query? Our expert is here to answer them. This week, the tricky business of getting the Ficus lyrata through the winter What’s the problem? How can I prevent leaf drop in winter? My fiddle leaf fig is looking bare …...
Not all houseplants are tricky to care for as some are particularly low-maintenance. These five easy-to-care-for indoor plants also help to remove condensation and mould from homes.
With the cold winter weather, rats will look to your garden and even home for shelter. To "keep rats away" for good, experts have shared four plants that can deter them for good.
Houseplants can transform a space, but caring for them is more complex than it seems. Discover the hidden pitfalls that even seasoned plant owners overlook.
Keeping your lawn looking fresh throughout winter can be a bit of a daunting task, but there is a way to make it healthier and even remove and prevent moss growth at the same time.
Winter gardening focuses on protecting, planning, and nurturing. It's also a great time to dream up your garden's future while staying connected to its present needs.
Weeds on patios, paving, and gravelled areas can be a real pain to manage, but there is one cheap and easy solution to keep them at bay for the rest of winter and spring.
Planting seeds, rather than bulbs, is cheaper, and there are more varieties to choose from There are several reasons I shy away from growing onions: how much space they take up and how small my plot is; how long they need to stay in the...
Got a niggling houseplant query? In her new column, our expert offers advice on everything from root rot to leaf drop. This week she offers some TLC to an African milk tree What’s the problem? My African milk tree has started growing...
New Zealand garden takes first prize in global competition designed to promote water conservation A sun-scorched patch of lawn near Christchurch, in New Zealand, has been crowned the ugliest lawn in the world. Now in its second year, the...
With a new year comes new plans, but don’t forget to relax in and enjoy your garden at this time of year, too I don’t love gardening to-do lists – they make it feel too much like work – but I do think there’s value in thinking about what...
Got a niggling houseplant query? In her new column, our expert will offer advice on everything from root rot to leaf drop. This week, how to treat and prevent the pesky fungus gnats that thrive in moist soil What’s the problem? I have...
Rain gardens absorb runoff, filter pollutants and lower the surrounding temperature As extreme rainfall events become more common, one response is to plant rain gardens . A shallow depression filled with absorbent but free-draining soil...
I’d had a very tough few years after my father died, living on the streets and sleeping with one eye open. But as I looked at a tulip tree that day, my love of gardening came flooding back I spent the early 00s living in my family home...
With the booming resale market for Jellycat rarities, retailers across the UK are reporting a surge in ‘stealing to sell’ shoplifting, with some going to extreme lengths to protect their ‘Jellies’ The Jellycat section of Scotsdales in...
With a little care this rare, alien-looking cactus can live for many years Why will I love it? I’m drawn to the unique beauty of the Chilean dwarf torch cactus ( Eulychnia castanea f. varispiralis ), which has a blobby body...
Brave the chill to spend a few hours tidying your patch and cleaning tools – it will help you focus on your plans for the year ahead I’m sure I’m not alone in feeling reluctant to head out into the garden right now. Despite imbibing the...
Society to retire plants no longer suited to UK’s changing climate after 14% fewer days of ground frost recorded Fig and almond trees are thriving in Britain as a result of fewer frosts, the Royal Horticultural Society has said. The lack...
Royal Horticultural Society anticipates low-maintenance edible perennials will become more popular in its new-year forecast Petunias, begonias and other classic bedding plants like busy Lizzies will be out of fashion for 2025, the Royal...
The Gardening Australia host shares the location of his favourite garden, the significance of his grandfather’s secateurs and his respect for moths Read more 10 Chaotic Questions Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email What’s the...
Zoe Claymore says she wants to help promote and protect rare habitats by using lichens, ferns and foxgloves Mosses and cow parsley will feature in a Chelsea flower show garden to celebrate endangered British rainforests. Vast expanses of...
December gardening jobs can be thin on the ground, so all the more reason to relax and reflect Depending on when you’re reading this, the year may just have turned: the winter solstice in the UK takes place at 9.19am on Saturday 21...
This dainty, decorative plant with parasol-like leaves is so pretty you may want to eat it Why will I love it? Native to Thailand and Laos, the Stephania erecta is a bulbous caudex (occasionally it is called the potato plant because of...
We’ve rounded up the best gifts for friends and family this Christmas to make your seasonal shopping a breeze, whether you’re buying for beauty addicts or fitness fanatics • 242 best Christmas gifts for 2024: perfect present ideas chosen...
From Cumbria to Cardiff, Essex to Inverness, we've scoured the nations garden centres and rated their plant selections and coffee shops to bring you the very best in the UK.
Everything is starting to look mushy in the garden this month after the heavy rain. While you don't need to be too tidy, it is a good idea to cut back plants that have become overgrown or are starting to decay.