Some days remind you exactly why you do what you do. This week I was lucky enough to be invited to spend the day at the Mr Fothergill's Trial Grounds, and what a fascinating day it turned out to be. Like many gardeners, I've bought countless packets of Mr Fothergill's seeds over the years, but I'd never really stopped to think about what happens before those little packets make it onto the shelves. The trial grounds are where every variety earns its place. Acres upon acres of

There are some days that completely change the way you look at nature, and my recent visit to Mark at Buzz Into Beekeeping was definitely one of them. As gardeners, we all know that bees are important. We plant pollinator-friendly flowers, we avoid spraying chemicals where we can and we celebrate every buzzing visitor to our gardens. But until you actually open a hive and spend time with thousands of honeybees, you don't truly appreciate just how remarkable they are. I'll adm

If you're anything like me, you'll have been making the most of this glorious weather. Long days in the garden, outdoor lunches, BBQs, gardening club and plenty of sunshine mean one thing... we're all getting through rather a lot of suncream! But have you noticed what it's doing to your clothes? I recently pulled out one of my favourite white sundresses, only to discover those dreaded yellow marks around the neckline and straps. You know the ones. They don't seem to wash out

There are moments in gardening when you realise that one investment has completely changed the way you grow. For me, that has undoubtedly it has to be a Polyeco polytunnel. Don't get me wrong, I love growing outdoors, but having a polytunnel has transformed not only what I can grow, but when I can grow it. It extends the season at both ends, protects crops from our increasingly unpredictable British weather and creates the perfect environment for growing everything from tomat

Geums are one of the hardest working plants in my garden, bringing months of vibrant colour and movement to borders. But did you know that a few minutes spent deadheading can encourage a second flush of flowers and keep them blooming right through to September? In this guide, I share why Geum 'Totally Tangerine' is one of my all time favourites and exactly how to deadhead geums for the longest possible flowering season.

Borage is everywhere right now and I couldn't be happier. After discovering it had taken over parts of our community garden, I went in search of delicious ways to use those beautiful blue flowers. Here's a simple summer salad recipe that celebrates one of the garden's most generous plants.

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the world's most famous flower show? Join RHS Trade Stand Assessor and garden designer Lynne Lambourne as she shares her insider diary from Chelsea Flower Show 2026, from clipboards and judging criteria to celebrity sightings, inspiring gardens and her favourite trade stand display of the year. Packed with gardening inspiration, behind the scenes stories and a few chilly surprises along the way!

A few weeks ago, the wonderful The Natural Health Chef came to my home for a food shoot and immediately spotted the rows of broad beans growing happily in the garden.

Held each May in the grounds of the beautiful Royal Hospital Chelsea, this iconic event has been at the very heart of British gardening for over a century, first taking place in 1913.

I am now an official ambassador for Kola Construction!

If you’ve been raising seedlings indoors, it can be tempting to move them straight outside as soon as the sun appears. But before you do, there’s one crucial step that makes all the difference… hardening off. Hardening off is the process of gradually introducing your young plants to outdoor conditions, helping them adjust to changes in temperature, light, and exposure. It’s a simple step, but an essential one, giving your seedlings the strength and resilience they need to th

Learn how to make a nettle and potato dauphinoise using freshly foraged nettles. This easy UK spring recipe is a creamy, comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with roast lamb at Easter.