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Monty Don's top 5 vegetable gardening tips – what to plant this weekendThe celebrity gardener shares five important vegetable gardening tips for the kitchen garden in March and April
By Karen Darlow Published
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Top 5 planting mistakes we're making – and expert tips on how to solve themGeorge Plumptre and other gardening experts offer their advice on planting mistakes – step away from your spade until you hear what they have to say
By Megan Slack Published
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Garden antiques and art are 2021's big outdoor craze – here's what you need to knowSearches for antique furniture restoration are up by 250% – is it for you?
By Megan Slack Published
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Are stinging nettle benefits to be believed? Top chef Jamie Oliver says yes – we investigateNutritious, delicious and good for wildlife, stinging nettles deserve a second glance and a place on our plates, and the time to pick them is now say foraging experts
By Karen Darlow Published
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Monty Don's foxglove growing tips, his favorite bloom – and what not to doFind out how to grow foxgloves – Monty's favourite biennial
By Holly Reaney Published
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Actress Jenny Agutter’s favorite part of Cornwall – it’s where she loves to be in SpringCall the Midwife actress Jenny Agutter has travelled the world but the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall is where she enjoys spending time the most
By Rhoda Parry Published
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Monty Don shares his top tips for planting bare root trees – but do it now, before it's too lateFollow this expert advice for planting bare root trees from the celebrity gardener for stronger, healthier plants
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Why every garden needs a hedgehog house – and how to attract hedgehogsHedgehogs are increasingly rare – but they are our best friends for natural pest control
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don says mulching is the most important gardening job you can do right now – and these are his expert tipsOne of the most important spring gardening jobs is to mulch beds and borders, advises the celebrity gardening guru - so if you haven't yet, get mulching
By Rachel Crow Published
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Explore this Grade II-listed manor house with its own moatThe historic house dates back to the 1670s...
By Ruth Doherty Published
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10 clever ways to use a range cooker – that don't involve cookingYour range cooker does so much more than make delicious meals. Discover how to use it for a multitude of tasks that will enhance your home life
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Monty Don shares his simple tips for dividing herbaceous perennialsNow's the time to split herbaceous plants to rejuvenate growth and boost their flower power. The celebrity gardener explains how to divide and conquer
By Karen Darlow Published
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David Austin announces its latest rose – in honor of healthcare workersThe Nye Bevan rose celebrates the hard-work of healthcare workers around the world
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don's grass cutting advice is his most controversial yet – here's what he had to sayThe latest advice from the celebrated gardener may change the way you maintain your grass forever
By Megan Slack Published
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6 front porch cleaning tips – to boost your home's curb appealThese front porch cleaning tips will keep your entrance looking smart and clutter free
By Andrea Childs Published
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Thriller, spiller, filler – the gardening experts' secret for creating show-stopping containersUsing 'thriller, spiller, filler', you can create successful container displays. Use our expert advice to find out how – it's as easy as 1, 2, 3
By Rachel Crow Published
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The moss garden is the easy, eco-friendly alternative to having grass – and it's almost maintenance-freeSick of cutting and maintaining grass? The Japanese moss garden is the answer
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don reveals the benefits of planting bare root roses – and when to plant themThe celebrity gardener shares his tips for planting bare root roses
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published
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This striking alternative to the firepit is summer 2021's hottest garden trend. Will you be getting one?This eccentric feature will add a touch of ornate regency to your garden party this summer
By Megan Slack Published
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The double pantry is 2021's next big thing – here's everything you need to knowPractical as well as pretty, double pantries are the new kitchen must-have (but, shhh! Don't tell the kitchen dresser...)
By Ruth Doherty Published
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5 hotel decoration secrets for backyards – to transform your al fresco dining area in time for summerMissing the pleasure of dining out in an impeccably-designed outdoor lounge in a hotel? A luxury interior and hotel designer advises on hotel decoration in your back yard
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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Monty Don’s tips on getting the perfect lawn – and the mistakes you're makingGrowing a beautifully lush lawn is easier than you think, thanks to this advice from the celebrity gardening expert
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Monty Don shares his secrets to growing perfect tomatoes – his tip will improve tomato seed germinationThe expert gardener has revealed his advice on growing tomatoes - just as planting season arrives.
By Megan Slack Published
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Spring green recipes – seasonal meals that are healthy, tooAlice Hart sees in the season with her pick of wonderfully fresh and flavorful leafy recipes
By Alice Hart Published
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5 reasons why... the cottagecore bedroom is the spring trend we're predicting will last and lastYou'll be inspired to create the ultimate cozy space
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published
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Sissinghurst rose pruning trick – this will boost your bloomsFind out why you've been pruning your roses wrong and how to do it like the professionals
By Holly Reaney Published
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Monty Don's plant support ideas and tips will ensure showy blooms – and you can even make your ownThe TV gardening guru’s simple plant support ideas will keep garden showstoppers high and mighty throughout the flowering season
By Karen Darlow Published
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Frills and ruffles are the latest interiors trend for 2021 – and we're on boardFrills and ruffles have been making a comeback in 2021. A throwback to the 1980s, they add country charm and character
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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Love it or hate it, the exposed brick wall is making a comeback. Are you Team Brick or Team Cover-up?An exposed brick wall photo caused a big debate when it was posted on the Country Homes & Interiors Instagram. We investigate what all the fuss is about
By Andrea Childs Published
