Garden equipment
All our expert reviews and recommendations for the best gardening equipment
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
I've saved hundreds of pounds on fruit and veg by growing my own – and you can too, says garden designer Jack Wallington
Growing fruit and veg doesn’t have to mean giving up on beauty. You can have a designer garden and eat it, says Jack Wallington
"A lot of people hope things will go back to how they were in the Nineties. They won't": Caitlin Moran on how to become more hopeful
Journalist Caitlin Moran on her new book and what she’d really love to ask Paul McCartney
POV: You’ve inherited an historic English hall with two moats and incredible gardens – now what?
Once home to garden designer Xa Tollemache, Helmingham Hall is now under the care of a new generation of Tollemaches and is as glorious as ever, especially in winter when its bones are laid bare. Words: Chris Young, Photographs: Richard Bloom
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Hosepipe ban? Here are the best watering cans to keep plants alive in a drought
Many of us have been hit with hosepipe bans this year, so having a good watering can is essential for keeping plants alive in times of drought. Here are the best ones to buy.
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.
‘When I’m not in the garden, I pull buses and lift rocks' TV producer, director and Instagram sensation Martha Swales
TV producer, director, podcaster and Instagram sensation Martha Swales on her ambition to get everyone growing something
Gardening books
Our pick of the latest gardening books
Mary Berry on her guilty gardening secret and biggest mistake
The cookery writer, broadcaster and former president of the National Garden Scheme Mary Berry on her new book and the joy of visiting gardens
Garden lifestyle
Everything you need for gardening living and lifestyle
RHS Badminton review: More of the same keeps regular punters happy under the hot Cotswold sun
Gardens Illustrated editor Stephanie Mahon braves the searing heat to take in the new Badminton Flower Show and give a verdict on its success
Outdoor living
Ideas, inspiration and expert advice for enjoying your garden and the natural world
Nettles are a nutritious and tasty food hiding in plain sight in your garden
We need to stop worrying about the sting and start appreciating the many benefits nettles have for us and our gardens.
Gardening tools and equipment
The best gardening tools to buy to make your gardening easier
The one truly useful garden tool that is beloved by professionals, endlessly useful and totally FREE
Some of the best garden tools and supplies are completely free, and professional gardeners say this one is a must-have
Gardening clothes
The best gardening clothes for your work in the garden
The best gardening gloves and gauntlets for 2026
Keep your hands warm and protected with our pick of the best gloves for gardening
Our favourite welly boot storage solutions for 2025
Keep your muddy boots neatly in a row with our picks of useful welly storage designs
The one essential for your gardening wardrobe this season: beat the heat with these great sun hats for gardening
From traditional to contemporary silhouettes, there is a sun hat for every gardening chore, weather and mood. We’ve put together our top choices that are sure to make every gardener fall in love
