If you want autumn flowers, Crocus sativus needs planting in August to early September, then blooms in September to October.

October is perfect for layered bulb pots that flower for months. Use a frost-proof container with drainage and peat-free ...

Not every perennial is worth saving, but unusual or expensive varieties usually are. Pelargonium cultivars, half-hardy salvias, argyranthemums, and tender daisies are strong candidates. Check each ...

While flowers often steal the show in garden design, foliage quietly builds the backbone of year-round structure and presence. Leaves add texture, contrast, and drama to planting schemes, and in many ...

Few plants bring as much late-season vibrancy as the statuesque New England asters. And ‘Violetta’ is among the finest. Its rich purple flowers provide vital nectar for bees and butterflies when other ...

Find out some of the best climbing plants to add to your garden trellis, plus, learn how to grow a delicious window box of fresh herbs. Early September is perfect to line up hyacinth vases and ...

David Domoney is a Chartered Horticulturalist, Broadcaster, and Author. David has worked with a number of the UK’s leading garden retailers as a plant buyer and strategic consultant. With more than 30 ...

Ants are an often-misunderstood creature in the garden and are part of the living landscape. Whilst they aerate the soil and help decompose organic matter, their presence can sometimes become a little ...

David Domoney is one of Britain’s most recognisable horticulturists and a trusted voice in wellbeing and environmental sustainability. With over 30 years of professional experience and a charismatic ...

Petunias are a gardener’s dream for injecting vibrant colour and fragrance into borders, hanging baskets, and containers. I’ve seen these South American natives become a staple of British summer ...

There’s something almost magical about the globe-like blooms of alliums, hovering like fireworks above the border. But what happens when your allium plants invest in forming a bud, only for it to ...

Tomatoes are one of the most rewarding crops to grow. Especially when you’re picking juicy fruits straight from your own greenhouse or garden. But to keep your plants healthy and productive, it’s ...