May really is a wonderful month in the garden. We’re still planning (and planting!) but we’re also enjoying lots of colour, with the promise of more to come. Recent weather has been glorious too, although I’m watering my containers more...
As we get set for summer, we need to plant our hanging baskets. You can plant them and hang them up immediately, but it’s always best to plant and put the baskets in a sheltered, shady spot for a few weeks so the plants become established before...
All the tips and tricks you need to keep containers looking wonderful right through to autumn! Check it out from p12.
Words Fiona Cumberpatch Photos Neil Hepworth Although William and Elaine Portch could see great promise in their Northamptonshire garden from the very first viewing, they knew it would take time to realise its full potential. “We saw it...
April is mid meteorological springtime, bringing showers, sun and milder temperatures. One moment we’re in warm sun, the next we’re hiding from a rain shower! But plants thrive on the warmer sun and rainwater. In mid spring I’m planting...
