Veronica Peerless

Veronica Peerless is Commissioning Content Editor at Gardens Illustrated. She is a qualified horticulturalist and garden designer and author of How Not To Kill Your Houseplant (Dorling Kindersley, 2017).

Recent articles by Veronica Peerless
Agroforestry Research Trust forest garden

New crowdfunding campaign launched to buy Martin Crawford's iconic forest garden

Fundraising has begun to save the renowned Agroforestry Research Trust garden in DevonShow more
Malverleys in late Summer/Autumn

Autumn is the new spring: do these jobs now for a stunning garden next year

Forget spring – here's why autumn is now the key season in the garden, and how the jobs we do are changing.Show more
Drone view of historic Bath in UK

Green spaces can shield UK cities from extreme heatwaves and save the NHS millions every year, says report

A new report by the HTA says green spaces should be prioritised in urban planning, and highlights the reasons why.Show more
Monty Don and his dog Ned in the garden at Longmeadow

No replacement announced for Monty Don, but our readers know who they want to see lead Gardeners' World

Monty Don's replacement has not yet been announced - but our readers know who they want to present their Friday night gardening fix.Show more
Common Blue butterfly

It was a great summer for butterflies – but next year they could be fighting for survival

This summer was a bumper year for butterflies – but not caterpillars. Discover the results of the Big Butterfly Count 2026.Show more
London garden designed by Adolfo Harrison

How a designer came up with a clever solution to stop tree sap falling on garden furniture

In just 75 square metres, designer Adolfo Harrison overcame a tricky issue with a tree to create a tranquil space for eating, relaxing and entertainingShow more
House and garden

Don't plant small plants in a small garden - experts say it's a common mistake

Don’t fall into the trap of buying compact plants for a compact garden. Top designers tell us why it’s better to think big to maximise your spaceShow more
Mangelwurzel Mammoth Red

'It will reach the size of a small toddler': this giant veg has gone viral for a reason

Discover the forgotten vegetable that everyone's talking about – and is coming to a veg plot near youShow more
Summer at Hever Castle

The best gardens to visit for a family day out

Planning a day out with the kids this summer? From favourite characters to traditional games and outdoor theatre, we recommend the best gardens to visit.Show more
Rosa 'Kew Gardens'

Beautiful plants we'd love to take home from the RHS Badminton Flower Show 2026

We highlight 11 beautiful plants spotted at this year's RHS Badminton Flower Show.Show more
Bee Kind beehive at the RHS Badminton Flower Show 2026

Eleven beautiful features we'd love to take home from the RHS Badminton Flower Show 2026

We round up some standout features from the inaugural RHS Badminton Flower Show.Show more
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall on eating more fibre, his passata recipe and what Elizabeth David thought of his chocolate cake

We catch up with the grower, writer and broadcaster about his new book and what he's up to right nowShow more
Planted pergola in the Hedgerow in the Sky - Tech Mahindra garden

The Gardens Illustrated team pick their favourite gardens at Chelsea 2026

The Gardens Illustrated team pick their favourite show gardens at the Chelsea Flower Show 2026Show more
Matthew Biggs

Gardeners mourn the loss of horticulturist and GQT panellist Matthew Biggs

We remember the much loved broadcaster, horticulturalist and writer, who has died.Show more
Bundle of grasses and tied grasses in the Killik & Co garden

17 garden design ideas to steal from this year's Chelsea Flower Show, including five that won't cost you a penny

The Gardens Illustrated team pick 17 take-home design ideas that caught their eye at the Chelsea Flower Show 2026Show more
Iris 'Chantilly'

Get the Chelsea look: 19 standout plants from this year's Chelsea Flower Show

Want to bring a touch of Chelsea to your own garden? Check out 19 beautiful plants that stand out at the show this yearShow more
Addleshaw Goddard: Flourish in the City. Designed by Joe and Laura Carey. Small Show Garden. RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026. © RHS / Sarah Cuttle

A pocket-sized oasis - discover the garden celebrating London's status as the first National Park City

Joe and Laura Carey return to RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2026 with this garden for Addleshaw Goddard. Discover the garden with our expert guide.Show more
Rosa Olivia Rose Austin

8 iconic garden plants launched over the years at the Chelsea Flower Show

We take a look at eight plants that were showcased at the Chelsea Flower Show, and became instant classicsShow more
Chelsea 2026 presenters - Arit Anderson, Rachel De Thame, Monty Don, Adam Frost, Sophie Raworth

Monty Don, Adam Frost and Carol Klein all return with a host of other celebs as presenters for Chelsea TV coverage

Find out who is presenting the BBC coverage of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year.Show more
Matt Keightley

Garden design turmoil over controversial use of AI for Chelsea Flower Show gardens

There will be three AI-designed gardens at Chelsea this year - but debate around them is fierceShow more
Daisy Roots stand at Chelsea by Annie Godfrey

"I doubt we will have any to include" - warm spring days, and record mouse numbers, cause havoc for Chelsea Flower Show growers

The warm spring could mean last-minute changes to the plants this year, as many are blooming too earlyShow more
Papaver somniferum Lauren's Grape

Sow these seeds once, enjoy them around the garden forever

We recommend the best self-seeders for the garden, for flowers year after year.Show more
Tulipa ‘Willem van Oranje’

11 bold and beautiful orange tulips to liven up garden borders

The best orange, bronze, apricot and peach tulips to grow.Show more
Tomato 'Chocolate Cherry'

Don't play it safe with your tomatoes this year – here are some new, unusual and exciting varieties to grow

These weird and wonderful but very tasty tomatoes are the ones to grow this year.Show more