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You are going to need these plant combinations and tips from an expert Spanish designer who knows how to garden in intense heat and no rain
Spanish designer Fernando Martos explains why he combines the beauty of Spain's arid landscape with English planting ideas in his dry garden designs. If we're considering climate change, his approach could be a useful one for us to take note of
Tips on creating a dog-friendly garden, with expert advice from the RHS
Design ideas for a dog-friendly garden from experts at the RHS and Battersea - the dogs and cats home
These less common magnolias are perfect for small or large gardens in spring and will survive in many conditions
Yellow magnolias can be an attractive alternative. Here you'll find growing advice for yellow magnolia trees and shrubs, the best magnolias to grow and where to buy them.
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The best winter-flowering clematis
Plant expert John Hoyland recommends 14 of the best winter-flowering clematis to grow in your garden. Photographs by Jason Ingram.
How to lay a hedge
Interested in the centuries-old skill of hedge laying? Follow our guide on how to lay a hedge and learn about the traditional ways to lay a hedge. Words Louise Allen, photography Andrew Montgomery, illustration Liam McAuley
Expert tips for designing a meadow
Garden designer James Alexander-Sinclair gives his advice and tips on how to include a meadow in your garden
Elevate your garden with the best climbing plant supports of 2025
Give your plants the support they need to help them flourish in the garden. Here are a few of the best wall trellis designs for climbing plants in 2025
The best trees for front gardens
Choosing the right tree for a front garden can be tricky but there are advantages and countless pleasures that can be had if you choose your tree carefully.
10 ways to improve your garden
Award-winning garden designer Jinny Blom gives us her 10-point plan for improving any garden.
Annual climbers: 21 of the best annual climbers to plant
Annual climbers can be sown and grown in a year and are an easy and colourful way to cover walls or trellises. Plant expert Matthew Biggs chooses 21 of his favourite annual climbers
How to identify oak trees
Lia Leendertz outlines the key features of oak, ash and beech - common, native deciduous trees - so you can learn how to recognise them, even out of season
How to identify hawthorn, crab apple and rowan trees
Lia Leendertz explains how you can spot rowan, crab apple and hawthorn by learning the blossoms, fruits and nuts in British hedgerows. Photos Jason Ingram, illustrations Liam McAuley
How to identify yew, larch and Scots pine trees
Lia Leendertz explains how to identify Scots pine, yew and larch trees
Design Solutions: Topiary
If box balls and bay pyramids are all that spring to mind when you think of topiary, then it’s high time to sharpen your shears and think again. Here are some ideas to encourage some creative gardening
Sissinghurst's roses are famous and here are some of the best from the garden, as chosen by head gardener
Sissinghurst Castle is famous for its roses. Discover the rose cultivars that Vita Sackville-West grew there and find out more about them with head gardener Troy Scott-Smith
How to choose the best garden bench and garden seat
From minimalist slabs to elegant wrought iron garden benches, garden designer Andrew Wilson talks us through the options for garden benches and gardens seats
The best ivy for your garden - top variegated and decorative cultivars
Discover the best English ivies for your garden, recommended by plant expert Andy McIndoe. Photographs Dianna Jazwinski.
Best birch trees for your garden
The bark of birch trees comes in many more colours and textures than you might think and has a haunting beauty. Horticulturist Christina Jones gives her recommendations.
Simple ways to transform your garden this year
Inspiring new year’s resolutions that will help you achieve the full potential of your garden in the season ahead by making small simple changes that will help transform your outdoor space, whatever its size.
Design ideas: Local heroes
Garden designer Sarah Price discusses how using traditional, local materials and supporting local craftsmen can give your garden a timeless feel that is grounded in its locality.
Garden design tips: Finding balance in the garden
Find expert advice and inspiration, from award-winning garden designer Ula Maria, for designing a garden that balances individual elements to create a beautiful outdoor space that you will enjoy spending time in.
How to make the most of shady corners
Shade is sometimes seen as a problem but it is the natural habitat for a host of beautiful woodland flowers, ferns and mosses that can create a wonderfully magical atmosphere
How to create prairie planting
Landscape archtect Petra Pelz own garden is a magical mix of structural grasses and a carefully chosen selection mix of colourful perennials. Read her tips on creating your own prairie planting
Design solutions: Retaining walls and plantable structures
Expert garden design advice on how to make a virtue of steep or uneven gardens by building walls and other landscaping structures that you can plant into