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All the latest features from Gardens Illustrated magazine
The best gardens to visit in August: experts recommend gardens to make a beeline for this month
Want to see August flowers in full bloom? Head to these gardens and nurseries recommended by two head gardeners
What gardening to do with the kids while in lockdown
Get kids off their screens and enjoying the outdoors with these nine creative ideas.
On an allotment waiting list? Here's why you may get one quicker in the future
It's National Allotment Week 2026, and findings show there are reasons to be hopeful for those waiting for their own plot
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Peek inside the Insta-famous designer Pollyanna Wilkinson's experimental studio garden
The garden of designer Pollyanna Wilkinson’s studio is a beautifully calm small space that she and her team use for inspiration and experimentation
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 watered
If you're struggling with a sloping garden - this terraced design is full of smart ideas
By working closely with the architects,
designer Catherine MacDonald has
created a beautifully constructed
space on a steeply sloping garden
Fill your space with gorgeous scents by growing these versatile plants that will be happy in a sunny spot and in pots
Scented-leaf pelargoniums are a group of tender plants prized as much, if not more, for the scent of their leaves as for the beauty of their flowers
One man transformed his boring lawn into an incredible naturalistic garden that evokes top designers - here's how he did it
After having a lawned family garden for
many years, Steven Medley upped his game
to create a richly layered space
It's official - gardening for wildlife is actually better for your health too
It turns out that gardening for wildlife is just as good for us humans as it is for the birds
and bees, says Jack Wallington, which makes supporting biodiversity its own reward
Discover the beautiful National Dahlia Collection and the person who helped save it from disappearing
The National Dahlia Collection has had several homes since its inception in the 1980s, and now, under the care of a dedicated dahlia aficionado, it has been rescued and relocated once more to a new site in Cornwall.
Nigel Slater on the garden jobs he asks for help with, and the ones he'll always keep for himself
Much as he loves working in his garden, Nigel Slater has realised that getting a little professional help will ensure his evolving patch can thrive
Summer holidays | 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.
Destroyed lawns and munched veg - here's how to protect your garden from 9 destructive visitors
We offer ways to share your garden with a range of animals and still have success with ornamentals and edibles.
Don't give up on your crispy, yellow lawn – here's how to make it green again
Quick and simple advice on getting your lawn back to being green after a heatwave.
13 deadly hazards to spot in your garden before they become an emergency
There is no denying that gardening is good for you, but there are risks involved. To avoid accidents, we point out the potential dangers in your garden and how to avoid them.
A vibrant drought-tolerant container display with plants for all seasons
James Horner creates a drought tolerant container for all seasons.
The one thing you can add to your garden that’s guaranteed to get wildlife in!
Garden ponds are an essential habitat for wildlife and are a calming addition to a garden. We share what needs to be considered before you build your garden pond
How to protect pets in a heatwave – and avoid deadly dehydration, sunburn and heatstroke
Everything you need to know about letting your pet out into the garden, keeping them cool and exercising in hot weather
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.
Tickets released for Christmas at Kew 2026 – it's time to book London's iconic festive light trail
It may still be summer, but it pays to book your tickets early if you want one of the best slots.
7 deadly garden plants that could kill your cat, and what to plant instead
Here are 7 plants that are potentially toxic to cats, and suggestions on what to grow instead.
10 remarkable facts you (probably) didn’t know about dahlias
We're celebrating dahlia season, so here are 10 facts you might not have known about these gorgeous late season flowers
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.
These plants are super easy to grow, come in the most amazing array of colours and fill the perfect summer colour gap
These pretty, long flowering perennials are loved by pollinators, come in many colours and work well in different styles of garden, from dry schemes to prairie-inspired plots