Gardening

Show them you truly care with a gift that reflects their passion for the garden bed.

Fragrant lavender is easy to care for, as long as you avoid a few common mistakes.

A mandarin tree may not be a short-term project, but if you can put in the work and nurture it for the years required to grow strong, it'll be so rewarding

As the days become warmer take the time to prepare your garden beds if you want to ensure a bumper growing season. Here are the top tasks to add to your September gardening list Your September gardening to-do list The weather mightn’t be markedly different, nor does the garden suddenly spring into life, but there […]

Spring has finally sprung! It’s the perfect time to get out into the sunshine and get your hands dirty with some spring planting and harvesting Photographer: Martina Gemmola A new season is upon us, which means it’s time to get busy in the garden and the vegetable patch! But before you begin planting delicious spring […]

Raspberries need very little room and grow easily up any vertical support Plant raspberries in autumn or winter in rows facing north to south, as this ensures the plants receive even sunlight. (Credit: Photo: Getty Images) The sweet yet tart flavour of raspberries makes them a delicious and versatile berry, whether you’re baking or eating […]

Encourage your children to run, play and dig into the joy of being outside, then nurture a love of gardening If you have children and a garden, little good comes of being precious about either. As long as a sizeable area of the garden is child-friendly, it is a fantastic place for the young to […]

All the things you need to check off your list for a flowery spring Marigolds are a natural pest deterrent – perfect for a sustainable garden in spring. Spring is the ideal time to plant colourful flowers. There is a plethora of varieties you can plant that will enliven your garden and create a vibrant […]

The taste of summer, right in your backyard A fast-growing climbing vine, passionfruit is one of the best gifts you can give your garden. Passionfruit is evergreen – meaning the vine grows year-round – and it produces fragrant flowers in spring, followed by fruit in summer. Of course, the fruit can be harvested and added to […]

These juicy gems are ideal for beginners, busy people and small gardens