News in brief

More trees

The rate of tree planting needs to double by 2020, according to a new report, ‘Land Use: Reducing Emissions and Preparing for Climate Change’. bit.ly/ land-use-report

D-Day 75 Garden

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Landings, D-Day 75 Revisited is designing a garden for the Chelsea Flower Show. Pledge your support at gofundme.com/ dday-75-garden

Blog Of The Year

Find inspiration and advice on the trials of growing veg in a communal garden from the winner of Blog of the Year at the recent Garden Media Guild Awards. urbanvegpatch.blogspot.com

Vegan approval

Franchi Seeds, a family-run seed company started in 1783, has been given vegan approval by the Vegetarian Society. seedsofitaly.com

Gardening services

You can now have your garden designed and built by John Lewis, from planting plans to landscaping and build. homesolutions.johnlewis.com/ landscaping