Plant of the month: sanguisorba
Why sanguisorba is such a good plant for late summer, the varieties to try, how to grow it and what to plant alongside it.
Naturalistic planting explained, and how to create it at home
What naturalistic planting really means, why it works so well, and how to create a relaxed, wildlife-friendly scheme in your own garden.
Low-maintenance planting that still looks beautiful
Low-maintenance doesn't mean dull. With the right plants and a few simple principles, you can have a beautiful garden that mostly looks after itself.
How to plan a planting scheme, step by step
A clear, step-by-step guide to planning a planting scheme, from reading your site to layering, repetition and choosing plants that grow well together.
How to grow hellebores
How to grow hellebores for winter and spring colour, with the best types, where and how to plant them, and simple care through the year.
How to divide perennials, and when to do it
Dividing perennials keeps them healthy and flowering, and gives you free plants. Here's when to do it and the simplest way to get it right.
What to do in the garden in May
Plant out tender plants, stake perennials, chop back late perennials and sow tender crops: the most useful garden jobs for May.
Drought-tolerant plants for UK gardens and a changing climate
Hotter, drier summers are changing how we garden. These drought-tolerant plants look beautiful and keep going when the hosepipe is put away.
The best plants for shade, dry and damp
Shade isn't a problem to solve, it's a chance for some of the loveliest plants there are. Here are the best choices for dry and damp shade.
The best plants for clay soil
Clay soil is rich and holds on to moisture. Choose plants that love it and you'll have lush, generous planting. Here are the best ones.