The garden expert

Whether it’s to grow fresh heirloom tomatoes, fragrant herbs or winter veg, a greenhouse is ideal – year-round. But before bringing in soil and seedlings, it’s important to build a space where plants will thrive. Here, we’ve rounded up the must-have items that will help your greenhouse to blossom.

As the temperature drops, it’s important to protect your plants from frosts and keep them growing all winter. Discover how to keep the heat inside your greenhouse this December with our simple, cost-effective tips.

You might not think of December as being a time for growth in the garden. But there are a number of flower and vegetable varieties that can be sown now – either outside directly into the soil, in a greenhouse or using a heated propagator. Read on for recommendations on what to grow, plus tips on achieving the best results.

As well as being somewhere to store equipment, tools and kids’ playthings, with a bit of inspiration and planning, your humble shed can be transformed into other things – even a new living space. Check out these tips on making even more of this garden essential.

If you’re new to gardening, read our quick guide on different plant types and how they grow. That way you’ll know how to care for them and ensure your garden looks good every season.

As the colder months arrive, it’s time to find creative ways to make your garden feel more enticing. Read on to discover five ways you can brighten your outdoor space so you can enjoy it all year round.  

While winter keeps many pests at bay, there is a trio of common offenders which can continue causing havoc in gardens. Here are the bugs and beetles to watch for this season – and our guide to banishing them safely.