For four days in April, Dunsborough Park, a romantic idyll in the heart of Surrey, opened its gardens to the public for its Annual Tulip Festival. I popped along on Saturday the 28th, as this…

The terracotta planters that I filled with bulbs in the autumn provide a colourful display  in our Easter garden. Tubs overflowing with narcissi provide a cheerful greeting as we step outside the back door.Combined with…

Last weekend I was invited to an educational event at the Crocus Gardening School @ Dorney Court Kitchen Garden in Dorney. It was a talk by award-winning garden writer, lecturer & organic gardener, Val Bourne,…

Wisley’s late Summer Flower Show ran from the 4th – 9th September. For me this was perfect timing as I had booked some annual leave and was able to attend the show with my mum. Herself…

Having just enjoyed the fruits of my Autumn labour I was sad to see the last of the spring bulbs fade this past week. Having enjoyed watching the bulbs emerge from the soil since the…

I was up at the crack of dawn this morning to beat the impending rain showers. It’s a busy time in the garden and particularly rushed when trying to make the most of the English…

Hidden within the confines of a stunning walled garden between Ham and Richmond, Petersham Nurseries is well worth seeking out. Whether you want to shop, dine, or just glean inspiration, this nursery is a far…

Lying in my hammock under the shade of the old apple tree, swaying gently in the soft breeze, I’ve been inspired to share some of my favourite garden photographs with you. They range from pictures of the…

I have a love/hate relationship with my garden and I think this is probably true of most people who work full-time and can only spend time in the garden at the weekend. Today is the first full…

It was with an immense feeling of satisfaction and joy that we completed another garden project in time to enjoy the late summer sunshine that we are experiencing at the moment. With the help of…