I’ve been thinking of making changes to our garden for a couple of years. The number…
Growing avocados in London
It’s been widely known that avocados can grow in London for decades, I’ve seen the trees…
What seeds to sow in January
In the UK in January, daylight hours are still very short, outside temperatures low and likely…
11 steps to a wildlife friendly allotment
I love all life and I’m sure if you’re reading this you don’t need any explanation…
This decade let’s not lose sight of protecting wild habitats
Over the last year we’ve seen a wonderful increase in the number of people demanding action…
Allotment Month 49: growing up
My fourth year on the allotment has whooshed by and during the very wet start to…
Organic gardening pros recommend chemical free roses
As a garden designer, the most popular plants requested by clients – topping lavender, olive trees…
From the streets: Bonnington Square, Vauxhall in Autumn
Last Sunday I gave myself the morning off writing projects and decided to visit Bonnington Square…
Stinging nettles, a troublesome but useful weed
Some people have asked why stinging nettles aren’t in my book Wild about Weeds and the…
How to grow Begonia leaf cuttings
I love leafy begonias with their wonderful patterns, colours and shapes. In fact, I can’t have…