Molly Blair

Molly Blair

Digital Editor

Molly is the Digital Editor at Gardens Illustrated. She has an RHS Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture and previously worked in a nursery, focusing on growing herbaceous perennials and climbing plants. She gardens on a rooftop plot in Bristol.

Recent articles by Molly Blair
The RNLI Garden. Designed by Chris Beardshaw. Sponsored by Project Giving Back in support of Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022.

Surprises for RHS Chelsea 2027 as three Project Giving Back gardens announced

In a surprise announcement, PGB has extended its funding for three final gardens at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2027.Show more
Aerial shots from RHS Wisley, July 2025

17 extraordinary Piet Oudolf gardens that welcome visitors - from New York to Somerset

From New York to Somerset to Japan, here are 17 gardens designer by Piet Oudolf you can visit for yourself. Show more
Joe Perkins Nature In Play CFS 2027 Visual (2) - 1

First garden announced for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2027

The first garden for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2027 has been announced. Here is everything we know so far.Show more
© RHS/Joanna Kossak

These are the gardens to visit in autumn for the best fiery autumnal displays

Where can you enjoy a magnificent autumn display? Here are our recommended gardens to visit to see the season at its bestShow more
Colorful vibrant Firework celebrate anniversary happy new year 2022, 4th of july holiday festival. colorful firework in the night time to celebrate national holiday. countdown new year 2022 party time

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 nightShow more
A hedgehog

Hedgehogs are in big trouble right now. Do this one thing to help

Advice from experts on how to help hedgehogs in the garden.Show more
© Getty / Tomasz Klejdysz

The garden pests worth worrying about - and the ones you should learn to love

We dig into 8 garden pests and tell you which ones to worry about and which ones you can leave aloneShow more
Palm Houses Edinburgh

Historic Palm Houses in Edinburgh reopen today after years of closure

The historic palm houses at Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh reopen to the public today after a five-year restoration.Show more
© John Davies

These are the best new gardens according to designers - but what do you think? Have your say

Discover the new designs shortlisted for the 2027 Society of Garden and Landscape Designers Awards and get the chance to vote for your favouriteShow more
© KIN CREATIVES

London's Royal Parks to be reimagined with unapologetic planting that's more resilient to climate change

The Royal Parks charity has revealed its Horticulture Vision for the eight parks it cares for.Show more
Elizabeth Strangman © Nicky Flint

"I was always in trouble for doing things my way": remembering Elizabeth Strangman, the late legendary plantswoman

In memory of plantswoman Elizabeth Strangman, we hear from friends and people across the industry about her impact, deep knowledge and love of plantsShow more
Monty Don poses in the RHS and BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, which opens at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London next week. Picture date: Friday May 16, 2025.

Monty Don to leave Gardeners' World: who's taking over?

Monty Don will be leaving Gardeners' World having presented the TV show for 23 years. But who will replace him?Show more
Bill Markham

TV producers are looking for stunning gardens for a new series - here's how to apply

Could your garden be the star of a new wildlife TV series?Show more

How to get more ferns for free: watch our head gardener's guide to growing from spores

Watch Tim Stretton from Mounton House garden demonstrate how to get more ferns for free.Show more

8 of the world’s weirdest vegetables (#1 is straight out of a fantasy novel)

From tangled root veg to leafy greens that taste like crisps, these are some of the weirdest vegetables in the world according to an expert grower.Show more
House for sale in West Sussex

Swimming ponds and shepherd huts - this is the sort of garden £5m will buy you (and what you can get for £35m)

Properties on the market right now with amazing gardens and grounds.Show more
Agave 'death bloom'

This rarely seen 'death bloom' is taller than a giraffe and burst through the glasshouse ceiling

A decade old plant in Birmingham has begun the final phase of its life by producing a 'death bloom'.Show more
Gardening with a hose pipe

More hosepipe bans have been introduced. Is my area in drought or under a hosepipe ban, and am I exempt?

Water companies sometimes impose hosepipe bans when temperatures soar. Here we tell you everything you need to know about the current droughts, hosepipe bans and exemptions, plus how to keep your garden wateredShow more
A metal brazier ablaze with flames, surrounded by lush greenery.

6 key tips to prevent wildfires from starting in your garden

As wildfires spread across Europe, we recommend 6 tips to prevent them from starting in your garden.Show more
Sarah Raven

Expert grower Sarah Raven picks seven of her favourite dahlias – here are the dahlias to grow for perfect summer blooms

We visited Sarah Raven's Perch Hill and now we hear from Sarah about some of her favourite Dahlia varieties.Show more
A general view as Team Scotland take part in the athletes' parade during the opening ceremony ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games at The Hydro on July 23, 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland. © Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images

Garden takes centre stage at the Commonwealth Games

A garden planted by Jamie Butterworth has taken centre stage at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony 2026.Show more

The world's largest butterfly survey has begun, and the UK could be set for a bumper year

Warm weather could help butterflies thrive this summer, but scientists need the public's help to see the full pictureShow more
Grosvenor Square Gardens

One of Professor Nigel Dunnett's final completed projects will open to the public this month in London

Grosvenor Square in London, one of the final finished projects that Professor Nigel Dunnett worked on, will reopen to the public this month.Show more
© RHS / Neil Hepworth

Double win at Badminton for charity's beautiful woodland-style garden with modern flair and meaning

Everything you need to know about Macmillan Cancer Support: The Nascent Shade Garden at RHS Badminton Flower Show.Show more