Some afternoons, when the rain has just stopped pattering on the shed roof, I take my secateurs for a wander around the garden. That quiet, silvery light we get so often in the UK...

There’s a particular sound to a summer garden in the UK: the soft hum of bees in the lavender, the flutter of wings in the hedge… and sometimes, the unmistakable buzz of wasps who...

There’s a particular kind of happiness that comes from picking your own bell peppers. Their skins shine like little lanterns among the foliage, and for a moment you feel quite sure you’ve done at...

Some afternoons, when the light is soft and the soil smells alive, I like to kneel in the beds and remind myself: every handful of earth is a city. Invisible tunnels, micro-fungi highways, tiny...

Mulch Is Your Best Friend Every summer, I make sure to give my garden a generous layer of mulch before the first heatwave hits. Mulching is one of the most effective and natural ways...

For those of us who adore the delicate and vibrant beauty of African violets, ensuring they bloom year-round is a delightful challenge. As a natural gardener cheering for permaculture techniques, I have found some...

Greetings, fellow garden enthusiasts! Bougainvillea, with its vibrant blooms and lush growth, is one of my favorite plants to cultivate in the garden. This tropical beauty can permanently transform your outdoor space into a...

Hello fellow gardeners! Today I’d love to share with you some tips on how to grow lavender. It’s one of my absolute favorites in the herb garden. Not only is lavender hardy and low-maintenance,...

If you’re an orchid lover like me, you’ll know just how rewarding it can be to see these beautiful flowers thriving in your home. Yet, I also understand the challenges that come with keeping...