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All the latest features from Gardens Illustrated magazine
Scandal, stories and innuendo that make English landscape gardens more interesting than you ever imagined
Is there anything new we can learn from Tim
Richardson’s guided tour of some quintessentially English (and one Welsh) landscape gardens, asks Stephen Parker
Stop the needles falling and the droop: here's how to care for your Christmas tree so it's happy for longer
You invest in a Christmas tree and bring it into your home over the festive season. Make sure it's as happy as possible so it last for as long as possible
The most inspiring winter garden walks
It may be cold outside but you can still visit beautiful gardens over the winter months. Here's our top picks of UK open gardens to visit for a refreshing winter walk
Why do popular rose varieties get discontinued?
Popular varieties of rose are sometimes discontinued by breeders. We unpack why and what you should do if your favourite rose is retired.
Festive | Make your own Christmas wreath
Learn how to make a homemade Christmas wreath from scratch with our ideas using natural materials including succulents, evergreens and seedheads
The best gardening gifts: top gift ideas for gardeners in 2024
Here's our selection of fantastic gardening gifts in 2024, tailor-made to suit the gardener in your life.
‘I didn’t harvest a single carrot. That was a sharp lesson’: Charles Dowding on his no-dig journey and how to compost well
No-dig expert, market gardener and author Charles Dowding talks about his new book, the books he reads, and what he’s up to next
How to do bokashi composting and the worm compost method
Most gardeners know about traditional ways of composting, but head gardener Joshua Sparkes explains the options for smaller spaces. Illustration Vicki Turner
No free time? Volunteering is worth the effort and offers many benefits
Giving your free time to volunteer in the community or as a mentor can have a big impact, and also benefit you in ways you can’t imagine, says John Wyer.
Illustration Rosanna Morris
What is a 'lost' garden? Discover remarkable stories of lost gardens of London and the world in two new books
Two new books approach the topic of ‘lost’ gardens’ in different ways – both of them beautifully illustrated and both scoring a success, says Tim Richardson
From boarded up library to gorgeous community garden: this space in London was transformed by a Chelsea gold-winning designer
A new community garden designed by Sarah Price around
an old library turned arts centre in southeast London is a treasured space for local residents
and garden lovers alike.
Decorations | Christmas cloud with dried florals
Give your home some festive flair this Christmas with this natural mantelpiece decoration ideas from the team behind Verde Flower Co. Words Caroline Beck and Roisin Taylor. Photographs Andrew Montgomery
How to make a dried flower Christmas wreath hoop
Weave some seasonal flora into your Christmas decor with this flowers-on-tulle wreath hoop by artist Olga Prinku. Words Sonya Patel Ellis Photos Andrew Montgomery
Monty Don: 'We underestimate in this country how privileged we are in terms of climate, soil and general horticulture conditions'
Gardener, television presenter and author Monty Don talks about his new book, how he fell into writing and TV presenting and why UK gardeners are 'billionaires'
Bonfire night is fun, but don't forget to protect your pets and garden wildlife
Our tips on keeping garden wildlife and pets safe on Guy Fawkes night
Tips for visiting Christmas light shows
Christmas light show enthusiast Alice Tuffery gives us her advice on visiting festive light displays.
Alan Titchmarsh releases new festive album in musical collaboration for RHS Christmas light trails
Alan Titchmarsh has teamed up with composer Debbie Wiseman on a new album which retells the story of Jack Frost and will be played at Christmas light trails across the country
Slugs love rain, and hate copper? Nope - much of what you know about slugs is wrong. Here's 12 myths about slugs every gardener should know
Slugs and snails are the arch enemy of gardeners, but much of what we think we know about them is misguided. Slug expert Jo Kirby busts some of the top myths around slug control - and explains how we can prevent their damage.
A warming winter pot for wildlife using Cornus alba and cotoneaster
Designer Jo Thompson offers a stylish display to see you through the colder months. Photographs Jason Ingram
How to design an accessible garden
Garden designer Charlotte Harris shares her experience in practical design, looking at the details that make a garden more accessible
November jobs for the garden: don't forget these key things to do right now
There's always something to do in the garden, even in November. Aaron Bertelsen explains a few key things you can do in the garden right now. Illustration Alice Pattullo
Plants to grow for your gut microbiome to boost your health
Growing your own edible plants is a great way to boost your gut microbiome. Discover expert picks of edimentals that are both beautiful and beneficial.
Words: Sid Hill
From footballer to forensics to flowers: this Royal Parks manager reveals how he became a gardener
As assistant park manager at The Royal Parks, Adam is proud to support the budding gardeners who follow in his footsteps on its apprenticeship scheme. Portrait Andrew Montgomery
Autumn jobs in the garden: Sissinghurst head gardener explains what you should be doing over this season
As the garden slips into a new season, head gardener Troy Scott Smith and his team are busy with tasks from hedge cutting and lawn work to bulb planting and sowing seeds. Words Troy Scott Smith, photographs John Campbell