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My top 5 gardening jobs for May including pruning, lawn and pond care

My N5 Secluded Family garden was finished in October 2022, allowing the plants more than three years to fully establish. Here's how I addressed some of the garden's challenges. Overlooked by Neighbours Pleached tree and feathered Betula jacquemontii provide privacy from neighbours Privacy was provided by overgrown Laurel, Bamboo and Ceanothus A major problem with this garden is that it is overlooked by numerous neighbors at the rear. Although privacy was ensured by a Ceanoth

This Easter, I had the fortunate opportunity to visit Guatemala, exploring the rainforest north of Flores and the volcanic region south of Lake Atitlan. Both areas were vibrant and stunning. Here are some of my botanical highlights. Melaleuca viminalis (Weeping Bottlebrush) & Bourgainvillea Melaleuca viminalis & Bourgainvillea Petrea volubilis (Queens Wreath) I thought this was a type of Wisteria. The raecemes are so similar. Petrea volubilis 3. Passiflora vitifolia (Perfume

Spring is in full swing, making it a bustling period in the garden. From deadheading spring bulbs to tying in climbers, this month is perfect for getting ready for the summer growing season. Dead head Spring bulbs Narcissi in my E2 Canalside Planting Design Remove the spent blooms from spring bulbs, but allow the leaves to wither naturally, as this will nourish the bulbs for the following year. Keep Aphids at bay Rosa Ghiselle de Feligondi in my N12 Dog Friendly Garden Apply

It's the Winter Solstic on Monday, and Christmas is fast approaching. It's the perfect time to prepare your garden for winter with these essential December gardening tasks. Create a Christmas wreath using trimmings from the garden My 2025 Christmas Wreath Gather evergreen branches with intriguing flowers, berries, and leaf shapes like Ivy, Eucalyptus, and Skimmia to craft a vibrant Christmas wreath for your front door. While sphagnum moss has been traditionally used as the ba

As the clocks go back and the days become shorter with longer nights, the time available for gardening is reduced. However, it's important to find time for it, as there are still crucial tasks to complete in preparation for Winter and the following Spring. Clear fallen leaves Collecting leaves in my E5 garden Create leaf mould at no cost by gathering fallen leaves from patios and pathways, while allowing those on flower beds to decompose and enrich the soil naturally. Store t

My top 5 suggestion for plants that create Winter interest

my guide to the best Spring bulbs for colour

Want to know what to do in your garden in October?

My review of the best bits of the 'More than Human' exhibiition at the Design Museum

As we transition into Autumn, I really enjoy enhancing the color in garden beds by selecting specific plants. Keeping the seed heads on...

Example of Consultation Report and Surveying Tools Are you seeking inspiration to enhance your outdoor area but lack the budget for a...

What to do in your garden this September. My top 5 gardening tasks

top 5 June gardening tasks

My thoughts on this year's Chelsea and how it can be more accessible to the average gardeners or garden owner

Example of how quickly a professionally designed garden can mature with the correct aftercare

A revisit to my E12 New Orleans Style Courtyard, completed in October 24.

RHS Chelsea 2025 - some of the gardens to look out for

My top 5 May gardening jobs including pruning, tidying and watering

Outdoor space in London is limited, with most gardens being small and often overlooked. Here are some of my tips to help create the...