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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.
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 favourite
Have you booked your Christmas light show visit yet? Here are 22 of the best not to miss
Here are our top picks for the best Christmas light shows and illuminated trails in gardens across the UK, to enjoy with friends and family during this festive season
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.
New crowdfunding campaign launched to buy Martin Crawford's iconic forest garden
Fundraising has begun to save the renowned Agroforestry Research Trust garden in Devon
"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 plants
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.
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.
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.
‘It's a costly crisis': garden centres fight back against shop-lifting epidemic
The rise in theft from garden centres and how high-tech surveillance is preventing the pilfering
Dan Pearson to close garden design studio to embark on new chapter
The lauded landscape designer tells us why he is closing his London practice to focus on creative growth and other opportunities
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?
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?
Gardens of Morocco - book now for this exclusive Gardens Illustrated holiday
Join us in April 2027 for a 13-day tour of Morocco that explores one of the world’s great gardening traditions
Dan Pearson's masterplan, slow gardening and Christo's shirts: highlights from the 2026 Beth Chatto Symposium
What were the best bits of the Beth Chatto Symposium 2026? Here are our highlights and the latest news from the event
Remembering Fernando Caruncho, the renowned Spanish landscape designer
Following news of the death of Fernando Caruncho, we look back at his impact on garden design
'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 you
Commonwealth Games garden moves to its permanent home in Port Glasgow
The Saltire Garden, which took centre stage at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony this summer, has found a permanent home.
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'.
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
London's iconic Barbican Conservatory is giving away free houseplants – here's how to nab one
The iconic Barbican Conservatory in London is giving away thousands of its plants for free. Here's everything you need to know.
