Toward the end of autumn I find the battle against couch grass and other weeds relentless…
Pot’s growing on in January: Planning for summer, sowing sweet peas, Eucalyptus gall wasp and houseplant love
After an incredibly busy end to 2017 when all thought of our garden went up the…
Mossy Rock (part one)
Some strange ideas run through my mind and I admit this is among the strangest. Last…
Add some zing this summer with the unnatural flowers of Zinnias
Zinnias are odd. Almost unlike any flower I’ve come across before, they just do not look…
An introduction to wild orchids the alien wonder beings
People tell you that magic isn’t real, that Utopia is impossible. They’re talking bollocks. I know…
There you are
For hours now I search for you Across chalky downs of grass Jewels a plenty everywhere…
12 Photos that shaped my year
The last twelve months have given me the chance to explore my design likes and dislikes…
From the streets: A walk in the winter sunshine
The interplay of nature and humanity is endlessly fascinating to observe. Nowhere is it more obvious…
Allotment Month 25: planning for the year ahead – parsnips, cauliflower, kale, carrots, apples
Can you believe I’ve had my allotment for two years?! The excitement of taking ownership still…
2 Littlebury Road: a year in photos
I could write an entire book about our little inner city garden flat in Clapham. Instead,…