Gardens

The use of real leaves gives this wreath its autumnal feel. The leaves used here are dried oak leaves and their brown tones are echoed in the brown of the dried hydrangea flowers, but you could use any dried autumn leaves. And while this wreath uses rowan berries, cotoneaster would also work well.

The rain has finally come and it’s much needed after such a hot, dry summer. If predictions are right, this weather pattern is something we need to expect more often, along with mild and wet winters.

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I’m going to share with you some beautiful plant combinations that not only look great but are valuable to wildlife and our environment too.

It’s been 10 years this year since I started The Garden Creative after winning a competition to have my garden design built at The Royal Horticultural Society’s Hampton Court Flower Show.

Think of your outside spaces, and the chances are you’re remembering how they look, rather than the scents you associate with them. It’s time to claim the garden for your nose.

There is so much joy to be had from growing your own herbs, fruit and vegetables. Picking a juicy tomato or crunchy cucumber straight from the plant is a beautiful thing, as well as saving you money and helping reduce environmental costs.

What to do in the garden now